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TIRE SERVICE LIFE
Tires are designed and built to provide many thousands of miles/kilometers of excellent
service. For maximum benefit, tires must be maintained properly to avoid tire damage
that may result in removal from service before the tread is worn down to minimum depth.
It is not practical to accurately predict the service life of any specific tire in chronological
t i
me since service conditions vary widely. The serviceability of a tire over time is a
function of the storage and service conditions (inflation pressure, load, speed, road
hazard injury, etc.) to which a tire is subjected. Consumers should not rely solely on the
appearance of the tire, but should be aware of any change in dynamic performance such
as increased air loss, noise or vibration, which could be a sign to remove the tire.
Therefore, it is essential to have tires, including spares, inspected regularly (at least
monthly) for proper inflation pressure, damage and treadwear.
Check your vehicle’s Owner’s Manual (or your vehicle) to determine if it is equipped with
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n-flat (extended mobility) tires. If your vehicle is equipped with run-flat tires, the
following applies:
RUN-FLAT TECHNOLOGY EXTENDED MOBILITY TECHNOLOGY (EMT™), RUNONFLAT®
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OF) AND DUNLOP® SELF-SUPPORTING TECHNOLOGY (DSST®) ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT
TIRES
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
OPERATIONAL MONITORING
The information contained in this Limited Warranty Brochure applies only to the Original
E q
uipment tires supplied with your vehicle. In order for Goodyear® Run-Flat (Extended
Mobility Technology [EMT], RunOnFlat [ROF]) or Dunlop® Run-Flat (Dunlop® Self-
Supporting Technology [DSST]) tires to obtain the performance criteria stated within this
Limited Warranty, Goodyear® or Dunlop® Run-Flat tires must use specific parts, such as
a low tire pressure monitoring system authorized by the Original Equipment vehicle
manufacturer.
RUN-FLAT TIRE FEATURE:
The Goodyear® or Dunlop® Run-Flat tire is a high-performance tire with a remarkable
f e
ature: It can operate for limited distances with very low or even no inflation pressure
(refer to your Vehicle Owner’s Manual for these limitations). This is an important benefit,
especially if inflation loss occurs at a location where immediately stopping your vehicle
could be hazardous.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM ALERT:
Refer to your vehicle Owner’s Manual for more information on what to do if the tire
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essure warning system activates.
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TO PROLONG TIRE LIFE DURING A SYSTEM ALERT
The Goodyear® or Dunlop® Run-Flat tire can be driven at low or zero air pressure (refer
to your vehicle Owner’s Manual for these limitations). To help prolong the life of a tire
operating in underinflation conditions, drive at a speed as far below 50 mph (80 km/h)
a s
possible. Also, drive the shortest distance possible before obtaining tire service.
Taking these precautions will increase the chance that your tire will be repairable.
SERVICE AFTER A SYSTEM ALERT®
To obtain service after operating under low-inflation conditions, contact your Goodyear®
or Dunlop Run-Flat service facility. Trained service personnel will inspect your tires to
determine if they are in need of repair or replacement. To locate the nearest authorized
Goodyear® or Dunlop® Run-Flat service facility, call 1-800- GOODYEAR
1-800-466-3932.
TIRE REPAIR
Like any other Goodyear® or Dunlop® speed-rated, high-performance tire, the
Goodyear® or Dunlop® Run-Flat tire may be repaired to correct a puncture in the tread,
but PROPER MATERIALS AND PROCEDURES MUST BE USED. Contact a Goodyear® or
Dunlop® Run-Flat service facility for information on proper repairs. For the location of the
nearest facility, call 1-800-GOODYEAR 1-800-466-3932.
WARNING!
If the tire pressure-monitoring system signals an alert, follow these safety precautions
to prevent a loss of vehicle control that could result in serious personal injury or death:
• S low your speed. Do not exceed 50
mph (80 kph).
• A void hard cornering, hard braking and severe handling maneuvers.
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Avoid potholes and other road hazards.
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emember that when your tires have lost air pressure, your vehicle’s handling
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pability is reduced, particularly during severe maneuvers.
WARNING!
Because of the unique characteristics of Run-Flat tires, the wheels on which they are
mounted and your vehicle’s tire pressure monitoring system, all tire service work other
than routine inflation maintenance and external inspections must be performed by
service personnel at a Goodyear® or Dunlop® Run-Flat service facility.
Do not attempt to mount or demount Run-Flat tires yourself; serious injury or death
co
uld result. Only specially trained persons should mount, demount and repair
Run-Flat tires, and more than 40 psi (270 kPa) may be required to seat beads. A safety
cage and clip-on extension air hose must be used if more than 40 psi (270 kPa) is
need to seat beads.
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FOR SERVICE ASSISTANCE OR INFORMATION, FIRST CONTACT THE NEAREST
GOODYEAR® OR DUNLOP® RETAILER
1. For assistance in locating the nearest Goodyear® or Dunlop® Retailer, look in the Yellow Pages under Tire Dealers – New.
2. G o to w
ww.goodyear.com for US or www.goodyear.ca for Canada.
For Dunlop® tires, go to www.dunloptires.com for US & Canada. If additional assistance
is required, call the Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-321-2136 for US or
1 -
800-387-3288 for Canada.
Or write to:
Customer Assistance Center Dept 728
200 Innovation Way
Akron, OH 44316-0001
WARNING!
Goodyear® and Dunlop® Run-Flat tires are designed for use only on certain original
equipment wheels supplied with a properly operating low tire pressure-monitoring
system. If applied to a vehicle without a properly operating low tire pressure
monitoring system, the tires may fail when operated in an underinflated condition,
resulting in loss of vehicle control and possible serious injury or death. Application of
these tires to a vehicle not equipped with specified operational low tire
pressure-monitoring system constitutes improper and unsafe use of this product.
104HANKOOK TIRES
LIMITED WARRANTY FOR ORIGINA L EQUIPMENT PASSENGER CAR & LIGHT TRUCK TIRES
INCLUDING TEMPORARY TIRES
WHAT IS COVERED AND FOR HOW LONG
Hankook warrants that a tire manufactured by Hankook and equipped originally on the
vehicle is free from defects in materials or workmanship in normal use for the life of the
original usable tread. The life of the original usable tread ends when the tire tread has
been worn down with only 1.6 mm (2/32 of an inch) remaining, at which point the tire is
considered to be fully worn out.
PASSENGER CAR AND LIGHT TRUCK TIRES Free Replacement
If Hankook Radial Passenger & Light Truck Tires fail as a result of defect in material and/
or workmanship within the first 25% of treadwear, the tire will be replaced with a new,
comparable Hankook Tire at no charge including mounting and balancing charges.
Prorated Replacement
Tires not qualifying for free replacement will be allowed a credit toward purchase of a
new, comparable Hankook Tire based upon the amount of tread actually worn. The cost
of mounting, balancing and any other service charges or applicable taxes shall be paid
by the user. Otherwise adjustment for compensation will be made on a prorata basis
calculated by multiplying the actual current dealer selling price by the percentage of
remaining usable tread depth.
HANKOOK TEMPORARY TIRE
A Temporary tire weighs less and provides more trunk storage space than a conventional
tire. To conserve tire tread life, temporary tire should be returned to the trunk as soon as
it is convenient to have your standard tire repaired or replaced.
If Hankook Temporary Tire fails as a result of defect in materials and/or workmanship
during the first 50 % of usable treadwear, the tire will be replaced with a new, comparable
tire at no charge including mounting charge. No adjustment will be made for tires that
are worn more than 50%.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THE WARRANTY
NON ADJUSTABLE CONDITIONS
1. Irregular wear or tire damage due to: • Road hazards such as punctures, cuts, snags, scuffs, carcass bruises or impactbr
eaks
• Fire, wreck or collision
• Im
proper inflation, overloading, high speed spinning, improper mounting or
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mounting, running flat, off-road use, racing, vandalism, willful damage or abuse
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• SPEED LIMITS
Operating your vehicle in excess of lawful speed limits or the maximum speeds
justified by driving conditions can be dangerous. Excessive speed creates heat
buildup in a tire, leading to possible tire failure.
•SPEED-RATED TIRES
Speed-rated tires are identified by letters S, T, H, V, W, or Z as either part of the
size designation (e.g., HR), or part of the service description adjacent to the size
designation (e.g., 94H) and indicates the maximum speed capability of the tire
when properly loaded and inflated. However, even when properly loaded and
inflated, driving for prolonged periods at high speeds can cause tire damage and
possible tire failure which could lead to an accident. Original equipment
speed-rated tires must be replaced with tires of the same or higher speed rating
if the speed capability of the vehicle is to be maintained. Consult your Hankook
dealer for the tires best suited to your vehicle driving habit. Repairing of
speed-rated tires must be done in accordance with USTMA repair procedures and
is limited to one 1/4 of an inch diameter repair in the tread area.
•TIRE ROTATION
Rotate your tires for longer tire life. Front and rear tires perform different jobs and
can wear differently. Consult your vehicle Owner’s Manual for mileage recom -
mendations and rotation patterns.
• ADDITIONAL SAFETY INFORMATION FOR TEMPORARY TIRE
• A ir pressure.
Check inflation pressure as soon as practical after installation and inflate to
60 psi. The tire pressure should be checked monthly and maintained at 60 psi
w h
ile the tire is stored or in service.
• Vehicle restriction.
The temporary spare tire was specifically designed for your car and should not
be used on any other vehicle.
• Other restrictions.
The temporary spare tire should not be used with other wheels, nor should
standard tires, snow tires, wheel covers, or trim rings be used with the tempo -
rary spare wheel. If such use is attempted, damage to these items or other
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hicle components may occur.
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TIRE SERVICE ASSISTANCE OR INFORMATION
When you have tire problems, Hankook provides service and assistance.
Any time you see damage to your tires, contact your local Hankook Tire Dealer.
If no local dealer is available around you, dial Hankook Toll Free Service Number so that
yo
u can get information on where and how service is rendered to you.
FOR SERVICE ASSISTANCE OR INFORMATION
USA
Hankook Tire America
333 Commerce St, Suit 600, Nashville, TN 37201 Toll Free 1 -800-HANKOOK (426-5665)
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ANADA
Corporate Headquarters
30 Resolution Dr., Brampton, Ontario L6W 0-A3 1–905-463-9502 T
oll Free 1–800-843-7709
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KUMHO TIRES
Kumho And Marshal Brand Limited WarrantyCongratulations! You have just purchased high quality tires from
Kumho Tire USA Inc. This limited warranty covers the KUMHO and
Mar
shal brand of passenger and light truck tires.
I. WHAT IS WARRANTED AND WHO IS ELIGIBLE UNDER THIS WARRANTY
Kumho Tire USA, Incorporated Warranty Department, warrants to the original consumer
purchaser that all Kumho replacement radial tires either directly or through an
authorized Kumho dealer, and which are mounted on cars within the US, and becomes
unserviceable for any reason within the manufacturer’s control, such tire will be replaced
with an equivalent Kumho tire.
WHAT IS COVERED BY THE WARRANTY AND HOW LONG
Should any tire manufactured by Kumho Tire Co., Inc. covered by this warranty become
unserviceable due to a material or workmanship condition during its useable tread life
(more than 2/32 of an inch remaining tread) before six years from the date of
manufacture or purchase date supported with proof of purchase for every passenger and
light truck tire (whichever comes first), and before five years (six years for KLS02e,
KLD01e, and KLT02e patterns) from the date of manufacture or purchase date for
commercial truck tires (whichever comes first), Kumho will do either of the following:
1. During the first 2/32 of an inch of the original usable tread, Kumho will replace suchti
re with a comparable new Kumho or Marshal tire free of charge. Applicable taxes on
the new tire and costs of mounting and balancing and any other service charges are
payable by the owner.
2. After the first 2/32 of an inch of the original usable tread, a credit percentage will be gi
ven toward the purchase price of a comparable new Kumho or Marshal tire effective
at the time of adjustment Applicable taxes on the new tire and costs of mounting and
balancing service are payable by the owner.
To obtain the credit percentage, please refer to Adjustment Credit Percentage
Table or utilize the following example:
R.T.D.: Remaining Tread Depth
O.T.D.: Original Tread Depth
If R.T.D. = 5 and O.T.D. = 10, the calculation is (5 - 2 : remaining useable tread
d ep
th) ÷ (10 - 2 : original useable tread depth)= 38%
3. Temporary Spare Tire
During the first 1/32 of an inch of the original usable tread, Kumho will replace
such temporary tire with a comparable new Kumho temporary tire free of charge.
After the first 1/32 of an inch of the original usable tread, but less than 2/32 of
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4. The cost of applicable taxes and mounting and balancing and any other service charges.
5. T ire damage or irregular wear due to:
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Road hazard, including puncture, cut, impact break, bulge, snag, stone drill, colli -
s
ion.
• C ontinued use while run flat or under acute underinflation.
•
Improper use or operation, without limitation, improper inflation pressure, over -
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oading, use of an improper rim, tire/wheel assembly imbalance or other vehicle
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ndition, worn suspension components, improper mounting or de-mounting,
misuse, misapplication, fire or other externally generated heat, water or other
material trapped inside the tire during mounting, tire alteration, racing or compe -
tition purposes, improper inserting of sealant, balance or filler materials.
• Improper repair, or with repairs not conforming to the Rubber Manufacturers Asso -
c
iation standards, or with section repairs, or with self-vulcanizing plug only.
• F ailure to rotate the tire at least every 5,000 m
iles (8,047 km) as evidenced by
Ku
mho’s Mileage Warranty/Tire Rotation Card (printed in this brochure) or vehicle
misalignment.
• U neven or rapid wear which is caused by mechanical irregularity in the vehicle
s
uch as misalignment, (a measured tread difference of 2/32 of an inch or more
across the tread on the same tire).
6. O zone or weather cracking on tires over four (4) years from the date of manufacture.
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. T ires that have been recapped, or retreaded, regrooved.
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. R ide disturbance (out-of-round, vibration, pulling, etc.) claims submitted after the first
2
/32 of an inch of tread wear.
9. Lo ss of time, or use, inconvenience, or any incidental or consequential damage.
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0.T ires that have been modified by the addition or removal of material or any tire inten -
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ionally altered to change its appearance.
11.T ires unserviceability caused by the tire operation in excess of tire/wheel manufac -
t
urers specifications and recommendations.
12.T ires that are misapplied due to insufficient speed rating, or undersized, or oversized
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ires.
13.T ires that have become unserviceable because chemical corrosion, vandalism,
c
hains and flat spotting.
14.T ires involved in any racing-related activities.
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5.T his limited warranty applies only to the original purchaser and is nontransferable.