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BFGOODRICH TIRE
Replacement of Two Tires
All four tires should be replaced at the same time. However, if only 
two tires are replaced, the new ones should be put on the rear. 
Deeper tread tires on the rear axle provide better handling, wet grip 
and evacuate water, thereby helping to avoid oversteer and loss of 
vehicle stability on wet surfaces. Deeper tread tires on the front axle \
can improve wet straight line braking and stopping distance. If only two\
 
tires are being replaced, BFGoodrich generally recommends they be 
installed on the rear axle in the absence of a tire service professional’s 
recommendation or consumer’s preference to the contrary.
Customization of Tires, Wheels, or Suspension on 
SUVs and Light Trucks
Due to their size, weight and higher center of gravity, vehicles such as 
SUVs and light trucks do not have the same handling characteristics 
as automobiles. Because of these different characteristics, failure to 
operate your SUV or truck in a proper and safe manner can increase 
the likelihood of vehicle rollover. Modifications to your SUV or truck 
tire size, tire type, wheels or suspension can change your vehicle’ s 
handling characteristics and further increase the likelihood of vehicle \
rollover. Whether your SUV or truck has the original equipment 
configuration for tires, wheels and suspension or whether any of these 
items have been modified, always drive safely, avoid sudden, sharp 
turns or lane changes and obey all traffic laws. Failure to do so may 
result in loss of vehicle control leading to an accident and serious injury 
or death.
Tire Alterations
Do not make or allow to be made any alterations on your tires. 
Alterations may prevent proper performance, leading to tire damage 
that can result in an accident. Tires that become unserviceable due 
to alterations such as truing, whitewall inlays, addition of balancing  

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b. Improper use or operation, including, without limitation: 
Improper inflation pressure, overloading, tire/wheel spinning, 
use of an improper wheel, tire chain damage, misuse, 
misapplication, negligence, tire alteration, or for racing or 
competition purposes.
c.
 Insufficient or improper maintenance , including, without 
limitation: Failure to rotate tires as recommended in this 
manual, wheel misalignment, worn suspension components, 
improper tire mounting or demounting, tire/wheel assembly 
imbalance, or other vehicle conditions, defects, or 
characteristics.
d.
 Contamination or degradation  by petroleum products or 
other chemicals, fire or other externally generated heat, 
or water or other material trapped inside the tire during 
mounting or inflation.
e.
 Improper repair. Improper repair voids this Limited 
Warranty.
f.
 For RFT tires only, improper run-flat or low tire pressure 
operation, including, without limitation: Exceeding speed, 
distance, or other run-flat/low-pressure operation limitations.
2.
 Rapid tread wear or wear-out. Original equipment tires have no 
mileage warranty.
3.
 Weather/ozone cracking after 4 years from date of tire 
manufacture.
4.
 Ride disturbance or vibration after 1/32 inch (0.8mm) of tread 
wear use.
5.
 Tires with sealant, balance, or other filler material that was not 
originally applied or inserted by the tire manufacturer.
6.
 Tires used in commercial service.
7.
 Tires purchased and normally used outside the United States  
and Canada.
8.
 The cost of applicable federal, state, and local taxes.
9.
 Failure to follow any of the safety and maintenance 
recommendations or warnings contained in this manual.
This Limited Warranty is in addition to and/or may be limited by any 
other applicable written warranty you may have received concerning 
special tires or situations. 

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free of charge with the same or comparable Falken tire (mounting 
and balancing labor covered).
b.
 Prorated Replacement 
After the first 1.6mm (2/32 of an inch) of wear, a prorated 
adjustment credit will be given based on the percentage of 
remaining usable tread depth, down to the remaining 1.6mm (2/32 
of an inch) tread wear bar indicator (mounting and balancing labor 
covered). No credit is given if the tire is worn beyond the flush 
appearance of the tread wear bar indicator (less than 1.6mm 
(2/32 of an inch) tread depth remaining).
c.
 Out-of-Round / Out-of-Balance Replacement  
Tires that are deemed to be out-of-round or out-of-balance will be 
accepted for adjustment during the first 0.8mm (1/32 of an inch) 
of the original tread depth and will be replaced free of charge with 
the same or similar Falken tires (mounting and balancing labor 
covered). A set of four (4) tires from the same vehicle will not be 
accepted for out-of-round or out-of-balance claims.
What Is Not Covered by the Warranty 1.
 
a. Tires that become unserviceable due to road hazard 
damages (cuts, snags, punctures, bruises, impact breaks, 
etc.) improper repair technique or materials, improper 
inflation, overload, irregular wear, wheel imbalance, defective 
mechanical vehicle components (brakes, suspension, 
wheels, etc.) improper suspension alignment, accident, fire, 
chemical damage, damage from chain use, racing, off-road 
use, run flat, improper installation, vandalism, or abuse.
b.
 Tires branded “NA” or a tire in which the DOT numbering has 
been removed.
c.
 Tires that were transferred to another vehicle from the 
vehicle in which the tires were originally installed.
d.
 Tires having a failure or failures caused by a previous 
damages or repairs.
e.
 The cost of tire repair or retreading is not covered by this 
warranty and will be the sole responsibility of the tire owner. 

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Wheel Alignment and Balancing Are Important for 
Safety and Maximum Mileage From Your Tires 
Inspect Your Tires Regularly
At least once a month inspect your tires closely for signs of uneven 
wear. Uneven wear patterns may be caused by improper inflation 
pressures, misalignment, improper balance or suspension neglect. 
If not corrected, further tire damage will occur. These conditions not 
only shorten the life of your tires, they adversely affect the handling 
characteristics of your vehicle which could be dangerous.
If any of these conditions exist, the cause may often be corrected at 
your tire dealer’s or other service facility. Your tires will then last longer.
Tire Rotation
If irregular wear becomes apparent or if the rate of wear on the tires 
is uneven, the tires should be rotated to alleviate the problem. Check 
your vehicle for any mechanical problems and correct if necessary. The 
rotation pattern or procedure indicated in your limited warranty and the\
 
vehicle manufacturers’ owner’s manual should be followed. For tires 
on front wheel drive vehicles and/or all season tires on any vehicle, it\
 is 
recommended that these tires be rotated every 8,000 miles to equalize 
the rate of wear.
Tire Mixing Can Be Dangerous
Most passenger tires today are radial tires and for best performance it \
is recommended that the same size and type of tire be used on all four 
wheel positions unless different sizes, front and rear, were specified 
as original equipment. Check the vehicle placard. If only two radials 
are mounted with two non-radials, the radials should be mounted 
on the rear. If tires of different types are mixed on a vehicle in any 
configuration, they should not be used for long periods and speeds 
should be kept to a minimum.
Mixing or matching of tires on 4-wheel drive vehicles may require 
special precautions. Always check vehicle manufacturers’ Owner’s 
Manual for their recommendations. 

MAXXIS
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or malfunctioning brakes and/or suspension), damaged wheels, 
tire truing, snow/ice chain usage, flat spots caused by braking, or 
Tires involved in accidents.
•
 Tire alterations such as, but not limited to, bead or sidewall 
decorative material and/or adding a white inlay (whitewall) to   
the tire.
•
 Failure, defect, malfunction or damage to Tires used on vehicles 
engaged in racing or special applications, such as police pursuit.
•
 Claims made by persons other than the original consumer 
purchaser.
Limitation of Warranty
• Any implied warranty or condition, whether statutory or 
otherwise, including that of merchantability or fitness for a 
particular purpose, is limited to the duration of this written 
Limited Warranty.
•
 Maxxis is not responsible for loss of time, inconvenience, loss 
of use of vehicle, and/or costs of towing or transportation, or 
any other consequential, incidental or indirect damages.
•
 Some States (or Provinces) do not allow limitations on how long 
an implied warranty or condition lasts, so the above limitation may 
not apply to you. Some States (or Provinces) do not allow the 
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so 
these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
•
 This Limited Warranty is only applicable in the United States  
and Canada.
•
 This Limited Warranty is not intended as a representation that a 
tire failure cannot occur.
•
 This Limited Warranty is the entire warranty given by Maxxis, and 
Maxxis’ complete obligation with respect to the Tires is stated in 
this Limited Warranty. No one has the authority to imply, suggest, 
agree, represent, warrant, or promise contrary to the terms of this 
Limited Warranty.
•
 This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may 
also have other rights which vary from State to State or Province  
to Province. 

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Customization of Tires, Wheels, or Suspension on 
SUVs and Light Trucks
Due to their size, weight and higher center of gravity, vehicles such as 
SUVs and light trucks do not have the same handling characteristics 
as automobiles. Because of these different characteristics, failure to 
operate your SUV or truck in a proper and safe manner can increase 
the likelihood of vehicle rollover. Modifications to your SUV or truck 
tire size, tire type, wheels or suspension can change your vehicle’s 
handling characteristics and further increase the likelihood of vehicle \
rollover. Whether your SUV or truck has the original equipment 
configuration for tires, wheels and suspension or whether any of these 
items have been modified, always drive safely, avoid sudden, sharp 
turns or lane changes and obey all traffic laws. Failure to do so may 
result in loss of vehicle control leading to an accident and serious injury 
or death.
Tire Alterations
Do not make or allow to be made any alterations on your tires. 
Alterations may prevent proper performance, leading to tire damage 
that can result in an accident. Tires that become unserviceable due 
to alterations such as truing, whitewall inlays, addition of balancing 
or sealant liquids, or the use of tire dressing containing petroleum 
distillates, are excluded from warranty coverage.
Tire Repairs 

NITTO TIRE
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REPLACING TWO TIRES•
 When a pair of replacement tires is selected in the same size and 
construction as those on the vehicle, the two newer tires must be 
installed on the rear axle and must be of equal or higher speed 
rating than the front tires. Generally, new tires with deeper tread 
will provide better grip and evacuate water more effectively, which 
is important as a driver approaches hydroplaning situations. 
Placing greater traction on the rear axle on wet surfaces is 
necessary to prevent a possible oversteer condition and loss of 
vehicle stability.
•
 When two new tires have been installed onto the rear axle 
positions, they are to be kept on the rear but rotated from side 
to side. This is recommended after installing two new tires to the 
rear position, or if you discover significant tread depth differences 
between the front and rear positions during rotation intervals.
REPLACING ONE TIRE •
 Replacing a single tire on a vehicle can have an adverse effect on 
suspension systems, gear ratios, transmission, and tire treadwear.
•
 If single tire replacement is unavoidable, it is recommended that 
the single new tire be paired with the tire that has the deepest 
tread and both be placed on the rear axle. Placing greater traction 
on the rear axle on wet surfaces is necessary to prevent a possible 
oversteer condition and loss of vehicle stability.
WHEEL ALIGNMENT AND BALANCING •
 Proper wheel alignment and balance are very important 
considerations for safety and getting the maximum mileage from 
your tires. You need to check how your tires are wearing at least 
once a month.
•
 Your vehicle may be out of alignment if your tires are wearing 
unevenly, such as when the inside shoulder of the tire is wearing 
faster than the rest of the tread. This condition not only shortens 
the life of your tires, it adversely affects the handling characteristics 
of your vehicle, which could be dangerous. If your tires show 
irregular wear, have your vehicle’s alignment checked immediately. 

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When a P-metric or metric tire is installed on a light truck (SUV, 
pickup, minivan), the load rating is reduced by dividing by 1.1. (This 
load reduction factor is prescribed by Federal Motor Vehicle Safety 
Standards (FMVSS) and is based on the expectation that passenger-
type tires may experience more severe loading and usage conditions 
when applied to light trucks.) For example, 305/50R20 has a maximum 
load capacity of 3086 lbs. If this tire is fitted to a light truck, the actual 
allowable load for the tire is 2805 lbs. (3086 lbs. divided by 1.1).
Consult the load and inflation charts that can be found at   
www.nittotire.com. Contact Nitto Technical Service with any tire 
replacement questions:  (888) 529-8200 Pacific Time.
VEHICLES WITH MODIFIED SUSPENSION