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TIRE MIXING
• Toyo Tires® recommends that all four tires be of the same size,
s
peed rating, and construction (radial or non-radial). In some cases
the vehicle manufacturer may require different sized tires for the
front or rear axles. Never mix P-metric or European Metric
passenger tires with LT-metric tires on the same vehicle.
• Match tire size designations in pairs on an axle, except during the
t
emporary use of a spare tire.
• If two radial tires and two non-radial tires are used on a vehicle, put
t
he radials on the rear axle. If radial and non-radial tires are used on
a vehicle equipped with dual rear tires, the radial tires may be used
on either axle.
SPEED-RATED TIRE
• If the vehicle Tire Information Placard and/or the vehicle Owner’s
M
anual specifies speed-rated tires, the replacement tires must have
the same or higher speed rating to maintain vehicle speed capa -
bility.
• F
ailure to follow proper procedures. For proper mounting proce -
d
ures, consult the Rubber Manufacturers Association’s publica -
tion “Care and Service of Automobile and Light Truck Tires”
(r
ef.: www.ustires.org ).
•
Exceeding the maximum bead seating pressure of 40 psi. Be
a
bsolutely certain beads are fully seated before adjusting the
inflation pressure to the level recommended for vehicle opera -
tion.
Never put flammable substances in the tire/wheel assemblies at
an
y time. Never put any flammable substance into a tire/wheel
assembly and attempt to ignite it in order to seat the beads.
CAUTION!
Driving your vehicle with an improper mix of tire sizes,
co
nstructions, and speed ratings can be dangerous. Your car’s
handling characteristics can be adversely affected. You could have
an accident resulting in serious personal injury or death. Consult
your vehicle Owner’s Manual or an authorized Toyo Tires dealer
for proper tire replacement.
WARNING! (Continued)
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More frequent rotation or a thorough vehicle inspection may be
necessary if, upon inspection, irregular or erratic treadwear is
beginning to appear.
It is important to remember the following:
• These tire rotation recommendations do not take into account
d
ifferent tire and construction types mixed on the vehicle.
• Some tires cannot be rotated in the manner described. Such tires
i
nclude unidirectional tires. Unidirectional tread patterns must be
rotated front-to-rear only so that the direction of revolution does not
change.
• Some vehicles are designed with different tire sizes on the front and
r
ear axles. Normally, such combinations will not allow rotation.
Prior to rotating, consult the vehicle Owner’s Manual.
• For vehicles with dual rear wheels, see the vehicle Owner’s Manual
f
or the vehicle manufacturer’s procedures. If your vehicle Owner’s
Manual is not available, please contact the vehicle manufacturer.
• Some vehicles are equipped with wheels that limit the choice of
r
otation pattern. Consult the vehicle Owner’s Manual.
• Do not include temporary spare tires in the rotation pattern.
H
owever, if your spare tire is the same size and type as a road tire
(for LT tires of the same size, type, and load rating), it should be
included in the tire rotation process. The proper procedure is to use
the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended tire rotation procedures,
or if not available, to use the appropriate rotation pattern shown,
inserting the spare in the right rear position. Place the tire that
would have gone to the right rear in the spare tire storage position
as the new spare.
• Important! After rotation, adjust the pressure of the individual tires
t
o the vehicle manufacturer’s recommendation or the inflation pres-
sure recommended by Toyo Tires for an optional fitment according
to
the tire’s new location on the vehicle.
• Do not mix speed-rated tires on the same axle. Higher speed-rated
t
ires must remain on the rear axle. Consult an authorized Toyo Tires
dealer.
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TIRE STORAGE
Tires should be stored indoors in a cool dry place where water cannot
co
llect inside the tires. The tires should be placed away from harmful
ozone-producing electric generators and motors and sources of heat
such as hot pipes. Storage surfaces should be clean and free of grease,
gasoline, or other substances, which can deteriorate the rubber.
WARNING!
• Check inflation pressure before using your spare tire. Failure to
h
ave proper inflation pressure when using your spare tire may
cause loss of vehicle control, which could result in serious
personal injury or death. Maintain spare tire inflation pressures
based on the vehicle Owner’s Manual or the Tire Information
Placard.
• “T” Type high-pressure temporary spare tires should not be
u
sed with any other wheel, nor should standard tires, snow tires,
wheel covers, or trim rings be used on the high-pressure spare
tire wheel. If you fail to follow this warning, your vehicle’s
handling characteristics can be seriously affected. You could
have an accident resulting in serious personal injury or death.
Consult your vehicle Owner’s Manual for the proper use of your
“temporary use” spare tire.
• Do not operate your vehicle with more than one temporary spare
i
n use (this does not apply to a full size spare), and only operate
it at limited speeds and distances as indicated on the sidewall of
the tire.
• The “T” Type temporary spare tire may lower ground clearance
w
hen used. Avoid driving over large obstacles and other road
hazards. Check your vehicle Owner’s Manual for other special
clearance precautions when using the “T” Type temporary spare
tire provided in your vehicle.
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2. WHAT IS NOT WARRANTED
Tires that have become unserviceable for the following reasons:
• Road hazard injuries or damages, caused to the tire by obstacles and
d
ebris such as cuts, punctures (whether repairable or not), snags,
bruises, tears, or impact breaks.
• Improper repairs or repairs that have failed.
•
Improper inflation or other maintenance abuses.
•
Incorrect mounting of the tire, or tire/wheel imbalance.
•
Mechanical irregularities in the vehicle such as wheel misalignment,
w
orn, or faulty parts.
• Accident, corrosion, vandalism, fire, or damage caused by nature.
•
Tires used on vehicles in racing or special applications.
•
Non-speed-rated temporary spare tires used over 50
mph
(80 km/h).
• Tires worn out [2/32
inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining] .
• Tires that have been retreaded.
•
Tires transferred from the vehicle on which they were originally
i
nstalled.
• Improper storage
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. WHAT IS WARRANTED
Tires that have become unserviceable for reasons other than stated
ab
ove will be replaced in accordance with this warranty.
If a warrantable condition is found, tires will be replaced as follows:
A) Passenger Car and Light Truck Tires (Other than Temporary
Sp
are Tires)
When a tire becomes unserviceable during the first 2/32 inch (1.6 mm)
of
original usable tread depth or 12 months from date of vehicle
pu
rchase, whichever comes first, it will be replaced with a comparable
new YOKOHAMA tire free of charge. During this period, tires will be
mounted and balanced without charge. Other service charges such as
tire rotation, alignment or applicable taxes are payable by the
customer.
When a tire has worn past the above specified period for free
re
placement, the customer must pay for the cost of a new comparable
YOKOHAMA passenger car or light truck tire on a pro-rated basis.
The dealer shall determine this cost by multiplying the percentage of
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6. Do not use snow chains on your YOKOHAMA high pressure
spare. This could cause damage to your vehicle.
7. When the tread wear indicator appears on the tire, replace it only
w
ith the same type spare tire.
8. Check the tire’s cold inflation pressure monthly and maintain at 60
p
si (4.2 kg/cm2) even when not in use. Do not inflate over 60 psi.
9. The YOKOHAMA high pressure spare tire should not be used with
a
ny other rim nor should standard tires, wheel covers, or trim rings
be used on the YOKOHAMA high pressure spare tire rim on which
the YOKOHAMA high pressure spare tire was originally installed.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
All tires require owner maintenance regardless of how well a tire is
co
nstructed. Operational damages such as punctures, impact
damage, cuts, incorrect inflation, etc., may cause tire failure and
subsequent personal injury and/or property damage. Simple
operational and maintenance practices, as listed below, will reduce
the chances of tire problems.
Tire Inspection
Visually inspect your tires frequently for any tire damage such as
sc
rapes, bulges, cuts, nails, irregular wear, etc. resulting from
operation. This must be done immediately after any known or
suspected contact with an object in the road, a pothole, road
irregularity or after severe braking. Refer these conditions to a
reputable tire service center for repair or replacement. Never drive on
a tire if such conditions appear.
Tire Loading
Never exceed the maximum vehicle load limit listed on the vehicle
pl
acard, tire information label or in the Owners Manual. Be aware of
the load carrying limits molded into the tire’s sidewall and do not
exceed those limits. Maximum load can only be carried at the
maximum cold inflation pressure indicated on the tire’s sidewall.
Speed Limits
Regardless of the speed capability of your tires, never exceed lawful
sp
eeds or speeds dictated by driving conditions.