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For Example Only:
• G auge reading of hot tire:.................................................. 32 psi (220 kPa)
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If recommended cold inflation pressure is: ..................... 30 psi (205 kPa)
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Desired gauge reading of hot tire 30 + 4 psi =................ 34 psi (205 + 30 = 235 kPa)
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Therefore: add 2 psi........................................................... (15 kPa)
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heck cold pressure as soon as possible, preferably within 24 hours. “Bleeding” air from
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t tires could result in underinflation. Use an accurate tire gauge to check pressures.
Never allow children to inflate or deflate tires.
FOR MICHELIN® PAX® SYSTEM TIRES/SELF-SUPPORTING ZERO PRESSURE (ZP) TIRES
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ECK INFLATION PRESSURES AS SOON AS POSSIBLE FOLLOWING A LOW PRESSURE
WARNING
The PAX® System requires a functioning, correctly calibrated on-board vehicle tire
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essure monitoring system (TPMS) to monitor the air pressure and alert the driver when
a low pressure event occurs. Be certain to ensure that your vehicle’s TPMS is functioning
and is correctly calibrated. Refer to your vehicle Owner’s Manual or your vehicle dealer.
Low pressure warning systems are designed to alert the driver to a low air pressure
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tuation in at least one tire on the vehicle. While your ZP tires are designed to provide
continued mobility in the event of an air loss, the sooner you respond to a warning and
take corrective action, the greater the likelihood that the tire can be returned to service.
Always visually inspect your MICHELIN® PAX® System tire and self-supporting tires and
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e a pressure gauge to check the air pressure in all four tires following any low pressure
warning. (Unless advised to do otherwise by the manufacturer of your low pressure
warning system.)
If the tire pressure is at or below 18 PSI, proceed to the nearest Authorized PAX® System
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tailer for PAX® tires or a participating Michelin® tire retailer for ZP tires or a
representative of your vehicle manufacturer if advised to do so in your vehicle Owner’s
Manual and have the tire demounted and thoroughly inspected for possible internal
damage.
If you are unable to see any damage to the tire, and the tire pressure is more than
18 PSI, reinflate your tire to the proper air pressure. See instructions for checking
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essures when tires are hot. When tires have cooled, check air pressure again. If any
tire has lost more than 5 PSI from the previous pressure check, have the tire inspected
at once by an authorized PAX® System Retailer for PAX® tires or a participating
Michelin® tire retailer or representative of your vehicle manufacturer if your vehicle
Owner’s Manual so advises. Failure to do so may cause irreparable damage to the tire
and result in sudden tire destruction and personal injury.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEMS (TPMS):
Your vehicle may be equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) that is
designed to monitor the pressure of tires mounted on your vehicle and sends a signal to
the driver if a tire pressure falls below a predetermined level. A TPMS should not replace
monthly manual pressure checks for all four tires and the spare. We recommend that you
manually monitor and check tire pressure inflation with a pressure gauge. Your tires
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should have the recommended pressure listed by your vehicle’s manufacturer. This
information can be found in the vehicle Owner’s Manual and often on a placard located
in the vehicle’s door jamb, inside the fuel hatch, or on the glove compartment door. If you
have a plus size fitment that requires a higher inflation pressure, your tire pressure
monitoring system will require re-calibration to new inflation pressure. Refer to your tire
dealer/installer of plus size tires for proper inflation pressure.
We recommend checking air pressure once each month, and before a long trip. Whether
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u have a full-sized or mini-spare, make sure that it is properly inflated as well. If the
TPMS generates improper monitoring or signals we recommend that you consult your
Owner’s Manual provided with your vehicle and follow-up with your vehicle’s
manufacturer.
TIRE SPINNING
Do not spin wheels in excess of 35 mph (55 km/h) as indicated on the speedometer.
Ex
cessive speed in a free-running, unloaded tire can cause it to “explode” from
centrifugal force. The energy released by such an explosion is sufficient to cause serious
physical injury or death. Never allow anyone to stand near or behind the spinning tire.
When in mud, sand, snow, ice or other slippery conditions, do not engage in excessive
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eel spin. Accelerating the motor excessively, particularly with automatic transmission
vehicles, may cause a drive tire that has lost traction to spin beyond its speed capability.
This is also true when balancing a drive tire/wheel assembly on the vehicle using the
vehicle engine to spin the tire/wheel assembly.
HIGH SPEED DRIVING CAN BE DANGEROUS
Correct inflation pressure is especially important. However, at high speeds, even with the
correct inflation pressure, a road hazard, for example is more difficult to avoid and if
contact is made, has a greater chance of causing tire damage than at a lower speed.
Moreover, driving at high speed reduces the reaction time available to avoid accidents
and bring your vehicle to a safe stop. If you see any damage to a tire or wheel, replace it
with the spare at once and visit a participating Michelin® tire retailer.
Exceeding the maximum speeds shown on the following page for each type of Michelin®
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re will cause the tire to build up excessive heat which can cause tire damage that could
result in sudden tire destruction and rapid air loss. Failure to control a vehicle when one
or more tires experience a sudden air loss can lead to an accident.
In any case, you should not exceed reasonable speeds as indicated by the legal limits
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d driving conditions.
SPEED RATINGS
Speed Symbols are shown on the sidewall of some Michelin® tires. The following table
shows the maximum speed corresponding to the symbol.
*Some V (or VR) rated tires may have a speed capacity greater than 149 mph (240 km/h).
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nsult your participating Michelin® tire retailer for maximum speed rating if your vehicle
capability exceeds this speed.
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**Z (or ZR) rated tires are designed to use on cars with maximum speed capabilities in
excess of 149 mph (240 km/h).
(W and Y speed ratings are subcategories of Z).
Consult your Michelin® tire retailer for maximum speed capabilities. For PAX® System
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res consult an authorized PAX® System Tire Retailer. Although a tire may be
speed-rated, we do not endorse the operation of any vehicle in an unsafe or unlawful
manner. Speed ratings are based on laboratory tests which relate to performance on the
road, but are not applicable if tires are underinflated, overloaded, worn out, damaged,
altered, improperly repaired or retreaded.
Furthermore, a tire’s speed rating does not imply that vehicles can be safely driven at the
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ximum speed for which the tire is rated, particularly under adverse road and weather
conditions or if the vehicle has unusual characteristics.
Michelin® highway passenger tires that do not have a speed symbol on the sidewall have
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maximum speed rating of 105 mph (170 km/h). Light truck highway tires that do not
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ve a speed symbol on the sidewall of the tire have a maximum speed rating of 87 mph
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40 km/h).
Michelin® Winter tires that do not have a speed symbol on the sidewall or tires with Q
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mbols have a speed rating of 100 mph (160 km/h). Winter tires with a speed symbol
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ve a maximum speed rating in accordance with the symbol.
The speed and other ratings of retreaded tires are assigned by the retreader and replace
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e original manufacturer’s ratings.
IMPORTANT: In order to maintain the speed capability of the vehicle, replacement tires
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st have speed ratings equal to or higher than those fitted as original equipment (as
indicated on the vehicle tire placard or Owner’s Manual). If tires with lower speed ratings
are fitted, the vehicle’s handling may be affected and the speed capability of the vehicle
will be lowered to the maximum speed capability of the replacement tires as indicated in
the following table.
REMEMBER H
igh speed driving can be dangerous and may damage your tires.
AND When driving at highway speeds, correct inflation pressure is especially important.
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PEED Ratings Maximum Speed
Km/h mph
M 13081
N 14087
P 15093
Q 160100
R 170106
S 180112
T 190118
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TIRE MIXING
Michelin® tires 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. 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.
It is especially important to check the vehicle manufacturer’s Owner’s Manual when
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xing, matching, or replacing tires on 4-wheel drive vehicles, as this may require special
precautions.
MICHELIN® DOES NOT RECOMMEND MIXING PAX® SYSTEM TIRES WITH NON-PAX®
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RES/SELF-SUPPORTING ZERO PRESSURE (ZP) TIRES WITH NON-ZP TIRES OTHER THAN
THE TEMPORARY USE OF THE SPARE IF THE VEHICLE IS SO EQUIPPED.
WINTER DRIVING
Tires which meet the US Tire Manufacturers Association (USMTA) definition of snow tires
are marked M/S, or M&S. On such tires, this designation is molded into the sidewall.
Tires without this notation are not recommended or Winter driving.
While All-Season tires are designed to provide reliable performance in some
Winter conditions, the use of four Winter tires is recommended for optimal
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rformance. Tires designate for use in severe Winter conditions are marked
on at least one sidewall with the letter “M”.
TIRE ROTATION AND REPLACEMENT
To obtain maximum tire wear, it may be necessary to rotate your tires. Refer to your
vehicle owner’s manual for instructions on tire rotation. If you do not have an owner‘s
manual for your vehicle, Michelin® recommends rotating your tires every 6,000 to
8,000 miles (10,000 to 12,000 km).
Monthly inspection for tire wear is recommended. Your tires should be rotated at the first
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gn of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 6,000 miles (10,000 km). This is true for
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l vehicles.
When rotating tires with a directional tread pattern, observe the arrows molded on the
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dewall which show the direction the tire should turn. Care must be taken to maintain
the proper turning direction.
Some Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) may not recognize that a tire has been
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ved to a different position on your vehicle. Make certain that your TPMS system is
reset, if necessary, so as to correctly identify the location of each tire on your vehicle.
Refer to your vehicle owner’s manual or your vehicle dealer.
Determine whether rotated tires require tire inflation adjustment as front and rear
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sition tire pressure may vary according to the vehicle manufacturer’s specification due
to the actual load on that wheel position. Some vehicles may have different sized tires
mounted on the front and rear axles, and these different sized tires have rotation
restrictions. Always check the vehicle owner’s manual for the proper rotation
recommendations.
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MILEAGE TREAD WEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Most patterns manufactured by Nexen Tire are assigned a mileage warranty that
protects the consumer against premature tread wear. If a tire reaches the end of its
“usable tread life” before the stated mileage warranty, the consumer will be issued a
replacement Nexen Tire on a pro rata basis, which means the consumer will be
responsible for a percentage of the replacement cost. In order to maintain tread wear
warranty, all tires must be rotated at least every 5,000-6,000 miles (8,000-10,000 km).
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der all circumstances, the cost of mounting, balancing and any other service charges
including applicable taxes are required to be paid by the consumer.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY
• Ride complaints after the first 2/32 of an inch of tread wear or replacement of three or more tires from the same vehicle will not be accepted.
• R oad hazard damage such as cuts, snags, punctures or tire repair, bruises, impact
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reaks, etc. Check Road Hazard Replacement Program for patterns that are covered
against this type of damage.
• P remature or irregular wear due to vehicle mechanical deficiencies or failure to rotate
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he tires at recommended intervals.
• T ires on any vehicle registered and normally operated outside the United States.
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Damage from incorrect mounting or dismounting of the tire, incorrect application,
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ater or other material trapped inside the tire during mounting or failure to balance
the tires.
• D amage from overinflation or underinflation, overloading, fire, theft, and defective
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ehicle mechanical conditions.
• R acing, off road use and misapplications of tire to vehicle.
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Ozone or weather cracking on tires after 48
months from the date of manufacture or
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her abuse, misuse, tire alteration, run flat.
• A ny tires worn beyond the wear indicators. Less than 2/32 of an inch remaining tread
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epth.
• F lat spotting caused by improper storage or brake lock.
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Accident, fire, chemical corrosion, tire alteration or vandalism.
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Tire which DOT identification number and/or brand name removed intentionally.
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Loss of time or use, inconvenience or any incidental or consequential damage.
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Original equipment tires on new vehicle. See separate warranty, if applicable, in your
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ehicle’s glove box.
• T ires purchased as used.
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Tires used on Recreational Vehicles (For camping & Motor homes, etc.) or in commer -
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ial service.
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OTHER LIMITATIONS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:
• Failure to rotate tires as recommended voids the tread wear warranty.
• If tires are different size on front and rear of vehicle, and therefore can’t be rotated,
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he mileage warranty for the rear tires will be half of the stated mileage warranty.
• W inter tires must be used only in winter months, which are determined to be
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eptember 1st through April 30th of the following year. Documentation is required
showing date of installation and removal to maintain tread wear warranty.
ROAD HAZARD REPLACEMENT PROGRAM
Most patterns sold by Nexen Tire are covered by a road hazard warranty that protects the
consumer against non-repairable damage caused by puncture, snag, cut, bruise or
impact break. Typical road hazards are nails, glass, potholes and other debris. Covered
tires will be eligible for a free replacement for the first 3/32 of an inch of original tread
depth, or for a period of two years from the date of purchase; whichever comes first. If
the DOT number on the tire is greater than two years from the adjustment date, an
invoice showing date of purchase is necessary. The cost of mounting, balancing and any
other service charges including applicable taxes are required to be paid by the consumer.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE ROAD HAZARD REPLACEMENT PROGRAM
• A tire that is damaged due to vandalism.
• A tire that is damaged due to an accident.
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A tire that is repairable under Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA) standards.
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A tire that has failed due to commercial use.
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A tire that is damaged or failed due to racing or off road use.
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A tire that is damaged due to use of snow chains or studs.
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A tire that is damaged or failed due to irregular wear caused by mechanical issues.
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Original equipment tires on new vehicle.
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Tires transferred from the vehicle that they were originally installed.
CONSUMER’S OBLIGATION WHEN FILING CLAIM
To maintain Mileage Tread Wear Warranty and Road Hazard Replacement Program, the
consumer is responsible for the following:
• A ny claims must be presented to an authorized Nexen Tire dealer.
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Submit or present a copy of the original purchase receipt with documented automobile
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ileage at time of tire installation and of tire dismounting.
• S ubmit a tire rotation record showing that all tires have been rotated at least every
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,000-6,000 miles (8,000-10,000 km). Tire rotation record is not necessary for
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leage claims when tire is within 2/32 of an inch difference of remaining tread depth
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Speed Symbol: An alphabetic code indicating the maximum speed at which the tire can
carry a load corresponding to its Load Index under specified service conditions. 85
5151135 1111090 2403
86 5301168 1121120 2469
87 5451201 1131150 2535
88 5601234 1141180 2601
89 5801278 1151215 2679
90 6001323 1161250 2756
91 6151356 1171285 2833
92 6301389 1181320 2910
93 6501433 1191360 2998
94 6701477 1201400 3087
95 6901521 1211450 3197
96 7101565 1221500 3307
97 7301609 1231550 3417
98 7501653 1241600 3528
99 7751708 1251650 3638
100 8081764 1261700 3748
101 8251819 1271750 3859
102 8501874 1281800 3969
103 8751919 1291850 4079
104 9001984 1301900 4190
105 9252039 1311950 4300
SPEED SYMBOL MAXIMUM SPEED
KM/H MPH
L 120 74
M130 80
N 140 86
P 150 93
LOAD MAXIMUM LOAD PER TIRE LOAD MAXIMUM LOAD PER TIRE
INDEX Kg Lbs INDEX Kg Lbs
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Check the cold inflation pressure on the tires, at least by the next day. Never reduce or
“bleed” pressure from hot tires since your tires will then be underinflated when they cool
down. Always use a reliable pressure gauge.
4. Ultra High Performance (UHP) Summer Tires
Rubber compounds formulated for ultra high performance summer tires can lose
flexibility and may develop random surface cracks at cold temperatures. Therefore extra
care should be used in handling tires in this condition. These compounds are optimized
for maximum dry and wet performance in warm conditions. Special tread compounds in
these tires will have decreased performance, such as lateral and braking traction, at
temperatures below 7° C or when driving on snow or ice. Therefore, it is recommended
to install winter tires in these conditions.
5. DOT Street Legal Competition Tires
P Zero Trofeo and P Zero Corsa tire lines use special tire construction and 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 tires, resulting in
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duced tread life.
6. Winter Tires
The standard Pirelli tires may be effective in light snow conditions. However, 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 safety 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 vehicles on which
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ey 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 Pressure Monitoring
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stem (TPMS).
The mounting of tires and installation of the TPMS should be carried out by a specialized
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aler.