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5. DOT Street Legal Competition Tires
P Zero Trofeo and P Zero Corsa tire lines use special tire construction
an
d compounds to 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.
The minimum tread depth will be reached earlier than normal road
ti
res, resulting in reduced tread life.
6. Winter Tires
The standard Pirelli tires may be effective in light snow conditions.
Ho
wever, for winter use, you may wish to install winter tires. During
winter use, Pirelli strongly recommends the fitment of four winter
tires. 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.
Pirelli requires
that studded tires be installed on all four positions.
Installing studded tires only on the drive positions of any vehicle,
including a front wheel drive vehicle, may cause adverse handling
characteristics.
7. Run Flat Tires
Always refer to the vehicle owners’ manual with respect to specific
sa
fety 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
ve
hicles 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
Pr
essure Monitoring System (TPMS).
The mounting of tires and installation of the TPMS should be carried
ou
t by a specialized dealer.
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8. Tire Replacement
The tires fitted to your vehicle as original equipment were tested and
ap
proved by the vehicle manufacturer and the tire manufacturer and
take into account all aspects of the vehicle’s operation. Changes in the
tire size, type or construction should not be made without seeking
advice from the vehicle or tire manufacturer or an authorized Pirelli
dealer since unapproved tires on your vehicle could adversely affect
steering, handling, braking and traction. The tire information (tire
size, load index and speed symbol) as found on the vehicle placard or
in the owner’s manual should always be followed when replacing
tires.
It is strongly recommended that Pirelli tires be mounted in sets of four
w i
th the same tread type. Pirelli tires should not be mixed with other
tire brands. It is necessary to follow this procedure because different
tire constructions have different handling characteristics. Tires on the
same axle must be the same manufacturer, brand, tire size, load index,
speed rating and Pirelli part number.
When changing only two tires on a vehicle which is homogeneously fitted
(f
our tires of the same tire size), fit the new tires on the rear axle. This
applies to all vehicles regardless of their drive axle. (Front or Rear Drive).
On all wheel drive or four wheel drive vehicles the tires must always
be
replaced in sets of four.
When replacing tires on light truck vehicles, you should always follow
th
e vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations. Passenger and light
truck tires are not interchangeable, due to differences in their
pressures and load carrying capacity.
P-Metric and Euro-metric Interchangeability: Euro-metric (Example:
22
5/45R17) tires have a load index which is equal to or greater than
that of the same size P-metric (Example: P225/45R17) tire. Therefore,
they have the same or higher load carrying capacity at the maximum
rated inflation pressure. Always check with your tire dealer or Pirelli
Tire Consumer Affairs to be sure of the exact interchangeability to
maintain proper vehicle dynamics.
Please be aware that it is important that, before fitting the suggested
ti
res, the fitment is allowed by the technical specifications of the
vehicle, the vehicle manufacturer and the relevant homologations.
Pirelli Tire does not express any view as to the compatibility of the
wheel/tire combination with the technical specifications for the
chassis and vehicle.
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12. Storage
Should you need to store tires after removal from a vehicle (as in the
ca
se of winter tires), they should be stored in a cool, dry place. To
protect your tires from damage related to: heat, water, ozone and
direct sunlight, it is suggested you place them in opaque, waterproof
containers (e.g., plastic trash bags).
13. Tubes in Tubeless Tires
Under no circumstances are tubes to be used in Pirelli tires marked
“T
ubeless”. This includes tires that have been repaired. If the tire’s
pressure retention ability has been affected, so as to necessitate a tube
being installed, the tire must be replaced.
14. Tire Valves
Whenever new tires are installed on your wheels, new tire valves of
th
e correct type must be installed. During your routine tire inspection,
verify that all your valves have proper valve caps. Replace as
necessary, since the valve cap is also a seal against pressure loss.
15. Tire Demounting and Mounting
Tire fitting is best left to professionals who have the proper tools and
eq
uipment to perform the task properly and safely. Your tires should
be mounted or demounted, using Tire and Rubber Association of
Canada procedures or the vehicle manufacturers’ recommendations.
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.
16. Tire/Wheel Alignment and Balancing
Tire/Wheel alignment specifications are issued by your vehicle
ma
nufacturer and your vehicle must be kept within these tolerances.
You should have your alignment checked annually or whenever you
notice any irregular wear or vibrations. Tire/Wheel assemblies should
be balanced each time a tire is fitted to a wheel. Tire/Wheel alignment
and balancing are important for safety and maximum performance
and mileage from your tires.
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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.ca.pirelli.com.
P ZERO, P ZERO CORSA, P ZERO ROSSO, P ZERO NERO,
CI
NTURATO, SCORPION, SCORPION ZERO, SCORPION VERDE,
P3000, P1, P4, P5, P6, P7 are trademarks of Pirelli Tyre S.p.A.
“Confidence Program” is a trademark of Pirelli Tire Inc.
1111 Dr. Frederik-Philips Blvd, Suite 506
St-Laurent (Quebec) H4M 2X6
Eastern Canada 1-
800-363-0583
Ontario 1-800-828-2585
W
estern Canada 1- 800-663-0148
https://www.pirelli.com/tires/en-ca/car-light-truck/homepage
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TOYO TIRES® – LIMITED WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY FOR ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT TOYO TIRES
WHAT IS COVERED AND FOR HOW LONG?
This Limited Warranty covers all Toyo brand passenger car, light
tr
uck 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
fo
llowing criteria are met:
• The tire was installed on your vehicle at the factory as an original
e
quipment part.
• You are the original purchaser of the vehicle.
•
You purchased the vehicle after November 2011*.
•
You have always used the tires with this vehicle.
•
The tires have been used for normal street driving.
•
The vehicle has not been used for commercial service.
•
You properly maintained and used the tire (See “Tire Safety and
M
aintenance Information” section below).
• The tires are not subject to an exclusion (See “What is Not Covered?”
s
ection below).
• You fulfill the warranty claim procedure (See “How to Make a
C
laim” section below).
Eligible Tires are covered under this Limited Warranty for a period of
up
to five 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
ea
rlier warranty. See your Toyo Tires retailer or contact Toyo Tires for
more information.
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Toyo Tires speed-rated passenger car tires may be repaired and
returned to service under the following conditions:
• Proper repair materials and procedures have been used.
•
The damage or puncture is not larger than 1/4” (6.4
mm) in diam-
eter.
• The repair will be the first repair performed on that tire. (Only one
r
epair per tire is permitted in order to maintain a limited speed
rating.)
• The tire must have more than 2/32” (1.6
mm) of tread remaining.
Toyo Tires speed-rated passenger tires that have been properly
re
paired qualify for reduced speed ratings as follows:
The maximum speed of a vehicle is limited by the lowest-speed- rated
ti
re on the car.
PROPER SELECTION OF TIRES
When tires need to be replaced, do not guess what tire is right for your
v e
hicle. First look at the vehicle Owner’s Manual or the Tire
Information Placard. They tell you the size of the tires that were on the
vehicle as original equipment.
Replacement tires for any vehicle must be of a size, load range, and
lo
ad capacity (by inflation) that is capable of supporting the same load
as the vehicle’s Original Equipment (OE) installed tires. Avoid
installing used tires on a vehicle. There is no way to determine what
road hazards or abuse a previously owned tire may have incurred.
ORIGINAL SPEED RATING AFTER PUNCTURE REPAIR
(Y), Y, W, Z, V, VR, H H (maximum speed 130 mph)
T T
S S
CAUTION!
A tire’s speed rating is void if the tire has been retreaded,
da
maged, abused, or otherwise altered from its original condition.
Thereafter, it should be treated as a non-speed-rated tire. In
addition, retreaded passenger and light truck tires are not
warranted by Toyo Tires for any reason. Toyo Tires speed ratings
are voided for retreaded tires.
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The following procedures concerning replacement tires must be
followed:
• Confirm that the load-carrying capacity is greater than or equal to
t
he loadcarying capacity of the OE tire size at the pressure indicated
on the vehicle Tire Information Placard.
• Carefully note any differences between recommendations for front
a
nd rear axle positions regarding the tire size and/or inflation pres-
sure.
• The speed rating must be equal to or greater than what is specified
b
y the vehicle manufacturer if the speed capability of the vehicle is
to be maintained.
• Tires should be mounted on approved wheel widths. If changing
t
ire sizes, check to make sure the wheel has adequate load and infla -
tion pressure capacity.
• Body and chassis clearance must be checked on the vehicle’s front
a
nd rear axles.
In addition to the above, light truck tire replacements should take into
co
nsideration the following:
• Proper spacing between dual tires is necessary for optimum tire
p
erformance. If chains are used, particular care must be taken to
assure adequate clearance between loaded tires to avoid damage
from the chains. The allowable outside diameter difference between
a tire and its dual mate is 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) for light truck tires.
WARNING!
• Failure to install tires with adequate load capacity will result in
t
ire fatigue and sudden tire failure. This could lead to loss of
vehicle control, possibly resulting in personal injury or death.
• Certain vehicle performance parameters, including ride comfort
a
nd handling, may be affected by substitute tire sizes. In some
cases, particularly for SUVs and light trucks, a failure to follow
the vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations for tire replace -
ment could adversely affect the safe handling of the vehicle,
po
ssibly resulting in a loss of vehicle control leading to personal
injury or death.
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(Continued)
CONSIDERATIONS IN PLUS SIZING
Always refer to and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s replacement
ti
re recommendations. In some cases, a vehicle manufacturer may
specifically advise against the application of replacement tires that are
not of the original size or type.
TIRE AND WHEEL MATCHING AND MOUNTING
WARNING!
Any attempt to mount a tire on a wheel with a different diameter
wi
ll result in an explosion of the tire/wheel assembly that could
cause severe personal injury or death.
Prior to mounting any tire, always check the wheel identification
st
amp to verify the correct wheel diameter. Always check the tire
size molded onto the sidewall.
Never exceed 40 psi when seating the tire beads onto the wheel.
Always stand well clear of any tire mounting operation. This is
es
pecially important when the service operator inflates the tire. If
the tire has been improperly mounted, it could burst with
explosive force causing serious personal injury or death.
A new valve stem must be installed on the wheel each time a
wo
rn out passenger or light truck tire is replaced.
Removing and replacing tires on wheels can be dangerous.
Attempting to mount tires with improper tools or procedures
co
uld result in a tire explosion, causing serious personal injury or
death. This is a job for your authorized Toyo Tires dealer or other
qualified tire service location only.
Serious personal injury or death can result from:
• Failure to select the proper tire and wheel. The tire must match
t
he width and diameter requirements of the wheel. When
mounting truck type radial tires use only wheels approved for
radial tires.
• Failure to inspect both the tire and wheel. The wheel must be
f
ree of cracks, dents, chips, and rust. The tire must be free of bead
damage, cuts, and punctures.