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Tire Care and Service
Tire Sidewall Markings
Tire Size: A combination of alphabetic and numeric characters that
indicate the nominal dimensions of a tire:
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For Example:
Load Index Number: a numeric code which indicates the maximum
load carrying capacity of a tire at the maximum cold inflation pressure.
Speed Symbol: an alphabetical code which indicates the maximum
speed at which the tire can carry a load corresponding to its Load
Index when properly inflated. These two items together are known as
the “Service Description”.
Speed Symbol Chart
*For tires having a maximum speed capability above 149 mph, a “ZR”
may appear in the size designation; above 186 mph, a “ZR” must
appear in the size designation, and a Service Description, including the\
“Y” speed symbol, must be included in brackets.
Other Markings
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P - As part of the tire size designation (e.g., P205/65R15), is used
to indicate tires intended for service on passenger cars.
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LT - As part of the tire size designation (e.g. LT235/75R15), is used
to indicate the tires are intended for service on light truck vehicles.
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M&S, M+S, M/S - Letters used to indicate a tire suitable for Mud
and Snow and/or All Season usage.
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XL - As part of the size designation (e.g. P235/75R16 XL), is used
to indicate the tire can carry more load as the maximum inflation
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achieve their distinctive performance in dry conditions. As a result of
that, their performance in cold temperatures, heavy rain or standing
water will be decreased. Use extreme caution and drive slowly on wet
roads. Additionally, the minimum tread depth will be reached earlier
than with standard road tires, resulting in reduced tread life.
Winter Tires
In low temperature conditions, Pirelli recommends the fitment of
4 winter tires of the same line. Please check your vehicle owner’s
manual concerning winter tire size recommendation. If the winter tires
have a lower speed rating than the original equipment tires, vehicle
handling may be affected, and the vehicle maximum speed must be
reduced to the winter tire speed rating.
If using studded winter tires, Pirelli recommends that studded tires be \
installed on all four positions.
Please note that studded tires are not legal in all states. Please
check the applicable legal requirements before installing
studded tires.
Please note, for both winter tire and studded tire usage, if such tires \
are applied to the front axle, they must also be applied to the rear axle.
Run Flat Tires
Always refer to the vehicle owner’s manual with respect to specific
safety and operating information relating to the vehicle. Damaged Run
Flat tires or Run Flat tires that have experienced a loss of pressure
should immediately be replaced with another Run Flat tire of identical
size and Service Description (Load Index and Speed Symbol).
Run Flat tires have been developed based on the specifications of
the vehicles on which they are mounted. Accordingly, Run Flat tires
should only be mounted on vehicles specifically manufactured to
accommodate Run Flat tires.
Run Flat tires must be mounted in conjunction with a functional Tire
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).
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minimum tread depth and they may be dangerous if left in service.
Tires should be removed from service for numerous reasons,
including tread worn down to minimum depth, damage or abuse
(including, without limitation, punctures, cuts, impacts, cracks, bulges,
under inflation, overloading, etc.). For these reasons, tires, including
spares, should be inspected at least once a month and before long
trips. Inspection should occur regardless of whether the vehicle is
equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system. In addition to these
visual conditions, consumers should take note of and address any
change in performance such as increased air loss, noise or vibration or \
other factors.
The mere passage of time (age) does not cause tires to deteriorate,
but rather exposure to outside forces. The service life of a tire is a
function of service and storage conditions. For each individual tire,
this service life is determined by many factors such as temperature/
weather, storage conditions, and service conditions (e.g., load, speed,
inflation pressure, maintenance, and road hazard damage, etc.) to
which a tire is subjected throughout its life. Since service and storage
conditions vary widely, accurately predicting the service life of any
specific tire based on chronological age is not possible. There is no
scientific or technical data that establishes or identifies a minimum
or maximum service life, but the longer a tire has been in service,
the greater the chance that it will need to be replaced due to service-
related conditions.
Only use a mild soap solution to clean tires and rinse the soap off with
low pressure tap water, use of high-pressure sprayers may cause
damage. Never apply cleaners or other products to enhance sidewall
or tire appearance to avoid removal of substances which are intended
to protect the tire and reduce rubber degradation associated with the
impact of ozone and other environmental conditions.
The removal of these substances may degrade the rubber and can
lead to sidewall cracking. To remove the protective film from a Pirelli
tire with white letters, first flood the area with a stream of water from a
hose. After a minute or two the film will soften and it can be removed
with soft nylon brush if needed.
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direction of rotation (directional arrow) or the proper side facing outside
(Outside/Inside). Your wheels should be in good, clean condition.
Wheels should be inspected for distortion, dents, cracks, rust and
foreign matter, and be replaced as necessary. NEVER EXCEED 40
PSI WHEN SEATING BEADS. Both beads and wheels must be clean,
undamaged and well lubricated prior to bead seating.
Tire/Wheel Alignment and Balancing
Tire/Wheel alignment specifications are issued by your vehicle
manufacturer and your vehicle must be kept within the vehicle
manufacturer tolerances. You should have your alignment checked
annually or whenever you notice any irregular wear or vibrations. Tire/
Wheel alignment is important for safety, maximum performance and
mileage from your tires.
Tire/Wheel assemblies should be balanced each time a tire is mounted
to a wheel.
For more information or service regarding Pirelli tires, please contact \
your nearest authorized Pirelli dealer. To locate an authorized Pirelli
dealer in your area, refer to the Dealer Locator section on the Pirelli \
web site at www.us.pirelli.com.
All trademarks are owned by Pirelli Tyre S.p.A., Pirelli & C. S.p.A or
Pirelli Tire LLC.
If further assistance or information is needed regarding Pirelli tires
please contact:
Pirelli Tire LLC
Consumer Affairs Group
100 Pirelli Drive
Rome, GA 30161
Monday through Friday
8:00 AM to 6:00 PM Eastern Standard Time
1-800-747-3554 (option #2)
[email protected]
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Limited Warranty for Original Equipment
Passenger & Light Truck Tires
Limited Warranty for Original Equipment Toyo Tires
(Effective November 2011)
WHAT IS COVERED AND FOR HOW LONG?
This Limited Warranty covers all Toyo brand passenger car, light truck
and temporary spare tires installed as original equipment on vehicles
that are sold and used within the United States.
Eligible Tires
Your tires are covered under this Limited Warranty if all of the following
criteria are met:•
The tire was installed on your vehicle at the factory as an original
equipment part.
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You are the original purchaser of the vehicle.
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You purchased the vehicle after November 2011*.
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You have always used the tires with this vehicle.
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The tires have been used for normal street driving.
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The vehicle has not been used for commercial service.
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You properly maintained and used the tire (See “Tire Safety and
Maintenance Information” section below).
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The tires are not subject to an exclusion (See “What is Not
Covered?” section below).
•
You fulfill the warranty claim procedure (See “How to Make a
Claim” section below).
Eligible Tires are covered under this Limited Warranty for a period of up
to 5 years from the date you purchased your new vehicle. Toyo Tires
will replace it with a comparable new Toyo brand tire in the manner
explained in the “What Toyo Tires Will Do” section below.
* Vehicles purchased before November 2011 may be covered by an
earlier warranty. See your Toyo Tires retailer or contact Toyo Tires for
more information.
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2. Complete and sign the Toyo Tires Limited Warranty Claim form
provided by the dealer.
3.
Keep a copy of the Claim form for your records, and leave the
subject tire with the dealer.
Your claim will be administered in accordance with the limited warranty
that was in effect when you purchased the vehicle new.
YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS
This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also
have other rights which vary from state to state.
LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
TOYO TIRES DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY, THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR
A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL
AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (e.g., loss of time, loss of
use of vehicle, towing charges, road services, cost of rental car,
inconveniences, etc.).
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential damages, so the above exclusions may not apply
to you.
The terms of this Limited Warranty may not be changed by anyone,
including any Toyo Tires employee, representative, or dealer.
Toyo Tires does not warrant any work performed by the dealer,
including, but not limited to, their selection, fitment, mounting and
balancing, inspection or repair of any tire.
CONTACT INFORMATION
If you need assistance, please contact your authorized Toyo Tires
retailer. To locate an authorized Toyo Tires dealer, use our dealer
locator at www.toyotires.com, or contact Toyo Tires Technical
Services at:
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TOYO TIRE U.S.A. CORP.
P.O. Box 6052
Cypress, California 90630-5249
(800) 442-8696
(6:30 am to 4:30 pm Pacific Time)
Tire Safety and Maintenance Information
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
This manual is not intended to provide proper training or
service procedures for tire mounting, dismounting, balancing,
rotation, or repair. Please leave these tasks to qualified tire
service professionals