TIRES
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never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” on the Tire and Loading Information
placard. The combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and
trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never exceed the weight
referenced here.
Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit:
(1) Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and
ca
rgo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle's
placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that
wi
ll be riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from
XX
X kg or XXX lbs.
(4) The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage
lo
ad capacity. For example, if “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs. and there
will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available
cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1,400-750 (5x150) = 650 lbs.)
(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded
on
the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo
and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be
tr
ansferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this
reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle.
Metric Example For Load Limit
For example, if “XXX” amount equals 635 kg and there will be five 68 kg
pa
ssengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage
load capacity is 295 kg (635-340 (5x68) = 295 kg) as shown in step 4.
NOTE:
• If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be
transferred to your vehicle. The following table shows examples on
how to calculate total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities of
your vehicle with varying seating configurations and number and
size of occupants. This table is for illustration purposes only and
may not be accurate for the seating and load carrying capacity of
your vehicle.
• For the following example, the combined weight of occupants and
c
argo should never exceed 865 lbs (392 kg).
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DO NOT OVERLOAD - DRIVING ON ANY OVERLOADED TIRE
IS DANGEROUS
The maximum load rating of your tires is molded on the tire sidewall.
Do
not exceed this rating. Follow the loading instructions of FCA US
LLC and this will ensure that your tires are not overloaded. Tires
which are loaded beyond their maximum allowable loads for the
particular application will build up excessive heat that may result in
sudden tire destruction.
Do not exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for any axle on
yo
ur vehicle.
TRAILER TOWING
If you anticipate towing a trailer, you should visit any BFGoodrich®
ti
re retailer for advice concerning the correct size tire and pressures.
Tire size and pressures will depend upon the type and size of trailer
and hitch utilized, but in no case must the maximum cold inflation
pressure or tire load rating be exceeded. Check the tire decal and the
Owner’s Manual supplied by FCA US LLC for further
recommendations on trailer towing.
WHEEL ALIGNMENT AND BALANCING ARE IMPORTANT
FO
R SAFETY AND MAXIMUM MILEAGE FROM YOUR TIRES
CHECK HOW YOUR TIRES ARE WEARING AT LEAST ONCE
EA
CH MONTH
If your tires are wearing unevenly, such as the inside shoulder of the
ti
re wearing faster than the rest of the tread, or if you detect excessive
vibration, your vehicle may be out of alignment or balance. These
conditions not only shorten the life of your tires but adversely affect
the handling characteristics of your vehicle, which could be
dangerous. If you detect irregular wear or vibration, have your
alignment and balance checked immediately. Tires which have been
run underinflated will show more wear on the shoulders than in the
center of the tread.
TIRE MIXING
BFGoodrich® tires are radial tires and for best performance it is
r e
commended that the same size and type of tire be used on all four
wheel positions. Before mixing tires of different types in any
configuration on any vehicle, be sure to check the vehicle
manufacturer’s Owner‘s Manual for its recommendations.
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TIPS FOR SAFE LOADING
• Always keep the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended inflation
p
ressure in all your tires, including the spare. Check their pressure
monthly and before long trips or carrying extra weight.
• Never exceed the maximum load rating stamped on the sidewall of
y
our tire.
• Never exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or front/ r
ear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) of your vehicle.
• Consult your vehicle Owner’s Manual for load recommendations
a
nd special instructions such as for trailer/towing and snow plow
installations.
TIRE DAMAGE, INSPECTION AND SERVICE LIFE
Evaluation and maintenance of your tires is important to their
pe
rformance and the service they provide to you. Over time and/or
through use, the condition of a tire can change from exposure to
everyday road conditions, the environment, damaging events such as
punctures, and other external factors.
WARNING!
Driving your vehicle in an overloaded condition is dangerous.
Ov
erloading causes excessive tire heat build-up and internal
structural damage. This can cause a tire failure, even at a later
date, which could lead to serious personal injury or death.
Consult the vehicle tire information placard, certification label,
and owner’s manual for the recommended vehicle load limits and
loading recommendations.
WARNING!
Driving on damaged tires is dangerous. A damaged tire can
su
ddenly fail causing serious personal injury or death. Have your
tires regularly inspected by a qualified tire service professional.
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•If an unusual vibration or vehicle handling difficulty arises, stop
driving as soon as safely and reasonably possible. The tire may be
about to suddenly fail. Release the accelerator and gradually reduce
speed. The tire will need to be replaced before proceeding.
• If towing a trailer, stop driving as soon as safely and reasonably
p
ossible. In this condition, it is potentially dangerous to operate a
vehicle/trailer combination. If possible, disconnect the trailer and
proceed as noted above. Do not continue to tow any trailer until
proper tire service or replacement has been performed.
• Do not touch a tire recently run-low or run-flat (it may be very
h
ot). Allow the tire to cool before handling.
DISTANCE — HOW FAR YOU CAN DRIVE
Factors affecting run-flat or low tire pressure operating distance
in
clude vehicle speed, load, and maneuvering; the amount of inflation
pressure loss; the extent of any tire damage; and ambient temperature.
The tire may be marked on the sidewall with run-flat or low tire
pr
essure operating speed and/or distance limitations, which vary by
tire design and vehicle application (consult your vehicle owner’s
manual). By international standard, RFT tires have a baseline
limitation in run-flat mode of the following:
NOTE:
• Maximum distance values are determined under controlled condi -
tions, which may vary in actual use.
• Your mileage capability may be less, or more, depending on your
s
pecific operating conditions.
• If in doubt, do not exceed the 50
mile (80 km) limitation.
• Seek tire service as soon as possible to minimize tire damage.
Maximum Speed: 50 mph (80 km/h)
Maximum Distance: 50 miles (80 km)
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Owner must present new vehicle registration form or new vehicle
sales invoice indicating the date of purchase. Owner will be re -
quired to sign the CTA Limited Warranty Claim Form or dealer re -
placement sales receipt.
Owner is responsible for paying all applicable taxes charged by the
se
rvicing dealer and is also responsible for paying shipping, local
tire-disposal fees and parts or service regardless of mileage or
months of service. This includes payment for tire rotation, align -
ment, towing, road service, valve stems and tire repairs.
Owner is responsible for maintaining proper tire air pressure and
fo
r proper maintenance of the tire.
6. SAFETY WARNING:
I
gnoring any of the safety and information contained in this war -
ranty may result in tire failure, causing serious injury or death.
• Tire failure due to under inflation/overloading. Follow vehicle
o
wner’s manual or tire placard in vehicle for proper inflation and
loading.
• Explosion of tire/rim assembly due to improper tire mounting.
T
ire mounting / demounting can be dangerous. It should be
performed only by a trained tire specialist using proper tools and
procedures. Prior to tire mounting/demounting, the Rubber
Manufacturers Association (RMA) wall charts and manuals
should be read to obtain the proper procedures. The failure to
follow these procedures may result in faulty positioning of the
tire and/or rim, which may cause the assembly to burst with
force sufficient to cause injury or death.
• Tire failure due to damage.
Inspect your tires frequently for
scrapes, bulges, separations, cuts, snags and other damage from
road hazards. Damage from impact can occur to the inner
portions of your tire without being visible to the outside. If you
suspect a tire has been damaged from striking anything unusual
in the road, you must have the tire removed from the rim and
inspected both inside and out by a trained tire specialist. Air loss
or unusual tire wear can also be warning signs that a tire may
have internal damage. If you notice these conditions, have your
tire inspected by a trained individual.
• Tire failure due to excessive tire spinning.
Avoid tire spinning.
The centrifugal force generated by a free-spinning tire/rim
assembly may cause a sudden tire explosion resulting in vehicle
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IN OBSERVANCE OF U.S. FEDERAL LAW, THIS LIMITED
WARRANTY AND ADJUSTMENT POLICY HAS BEEN
DESIGNATED A “LIMITED WARRANTY”. CTNA DOES NOT
INTEND TO REPRESENT THROUGH THIS LIMITED
WARRANTY AND ADJUSTMENT POLICY THAT TIRE
FAILURES CAN OR CANNOT HAPPEN.
CONTINENTAL TIRE NORTH AMERICA’S (CTNA) OBLIGATIONS
Contact the vehicle dealer from where you purchased the vehicle.
Yo
ur tires may be covered under the vehicle manufacturer’s limited
warranty. If not, this CTNA Policy applies and replacement of Eligible
Tires can be made by any vehicle dealer authorized to handle General
brand tire adjustments or a General brand authorized dealer
(“Authorized Dealer”). CTNA will replace the tire pursuant to the
terms of this Limited Warranty and Adjustment Policy. Tires that are
replaced under an adjustment basis under this Limited Warranty and
Adjustment Policy become the property of CTNA.
OWNER’S OBLIGATIONS
To make an eligible claim under this Limited Warranty and Adjustment
Po
licy, the owner must present a claim with the tire to an authorized
dealer. For the nearest authorized dealer, consult the Yellow Pages, the
General brand internet address, or the 800 telephone numbers shown
on the back of this Limited Warranty and Adjustment Policy. Owner
must present new vehicle registration form or new vehicle sales invoice
indicating the date of purchase. Owner will be required to sign the
CTNA Limited Warranty Claim Form or dealer replacement sales
receipt.
Owner is responsible for paying all applicable taxes set forth under
th
is Limited Warranty and Adjustment Policy. Owner is also
responsible for paying local tire disposal fees and any parts or service
regardless of mileage or months of service. This includes payment for
tire rotation, alignment, towing, road service, valve stems and tire
repairs. Owner is responsible for maintaining proper tire air pressure
and for proper maintenance of the tire.
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DO NOT OVERLOAD - DRIVING ON ANY OVERLOADED TIRE IS
DANGEROUS
The maximum load rating of your tires is molded on the tire sidewall.
Do
not exceed this rating. Follow the loading instructions of FCA US
LLC for your vehicle and this will ensure that your tires are not
overloaded. Tires which are loaded beyond their maximum allowable
loads for the particular application will build up excessive heat that
may result in sudden tire destruction.
Do not exceed the gross axle weight rating for any axle on your
ve
hicle.
TRAILER TOWING
If you anticipate towing a trailer, you should visit any Michelin® tire
re
tailer for advice concerning the correct size tire and pressures. Tire
size and pressures will depend upon the type and size of trailer and
hitch utilized, but in no case must the maximum cold inflation
pressure or tire load rating be exceeded. Check the tire decal and the
owner’s manual supplied by FCA US LLC for your vehicle for further
recommendations on trailer towing.
MICHELIN® PAX® System Tires/Self-Supporting Zero Pressure
(Z
P) Tires and Trailer Towing
Operation of Pax® or ZP tires at low or zero air pressure with a trailer
in
tow, is dangerous and is not recommended. If the low pressure
warning indicator is activated when a trailer is in tow, stop, disconnect
the trailer, and do not continue to tow the trailer until the tire has been
repaired and re-inflated to the proper air pressure. If the tire cannot be
repaired, it must be replaced with a new full size, PAX®/ZP tire, and
inflated to the proper air pressure, before the trailer can be safely
towed again.
WHEEL ALIGNMENT AND BALANCING ARE IMPORTANT
FO
R SAFETY AND MAXIMUM MILEAGE FROM YOUR TIRES.
CHECK HOW YOUR TIRES ARE WEARING AT LEAST ONCE
EA
CH MONTH
If your tires are wearing unevenly, such as the inside shoulder of the
ti
re wearing faster than the rest of the tread, or if you detect excessive
vibration, your vehicle may be out of alignment or balance. These
conditions not only shorten the life of your tires but adversely affect
the handling characteristics of your vehicle, which could be
dangerous. If you detect irregular wear or vibration, have your
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to a toll free phone number to call in case of a flat tire. A qualified
professional will change your flat tire with your spare tire free of
charge. If a working spare is not available, towing will be provided
free of charge to the nearest NEXEN TIRE dealer or authorized place
of repair.
*Nexen Tire reserves the right to change the terms and conditions of
al
l warranties at any time.
TIRE CARE AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE
Tire failure can result in serious damage and/or personal injury. To
re
duce the risk of tire failure we recommend the following:
• Maintain proper inflation pressure and do not use at under inflation
o
r over inflation. Pressure should be set at the level recommended
by vehicle manufacturer.
• Wheel alignment and balancing should be checked at regular inter -
v
als.
• Do not overload. The maximum load carrying capacity is molded on
t
he sidewall of the tire.
• Do not spin your tires excessively and avoid driving over curbs,
p
otholes, obstacles and edges of pavement.
• Never drive on smooth (bald) tires. By law, tires must be replaced
w
hen 2/32" of tread depth remained, as indicated by tread wear
indicator molded in the tread grooves.
• Check your tires frequently for any scrapes, cuts, foreign objects,
s
eparations or bulges. If damage is found, do not attempt to
dismount a tire yourself. Change damaged tire with the spare and
contact a local authorized NEXEN TIRE dealer immediately.
• Do not drive in excess of speed limits allowed by law or the
m
aximum speed justified by driving conditions.
• To achieve proper even wear and gain maximum tread life, tire rota -
t
ion at regular intervals is required.