2022 DODGE DURANGO maintenance

TIRE WARRANTY
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Check Your Tires For Damage
Frequent (at least monthly) inspection of your tires for signs of damage, uneven tread
we

ar and their general condition is important for safety. Impacts, penetrations, cracks,
knots, bulges or air loss always require tire removal and expert inspection.
NOTE:
All tire warranties are made by the tire manufacturer. Tires are not covered under your
Ne
w Vehicle Limited Warranty.
WARNING!


Death, serious injury and/or property damage may result from tire failure due to tire
damage and/or improper tire maintenance.
• A ll tires (including spare) should be inspected regularly by a qualified technician for
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igns of wear, and signs of damage, such as puncture, impact, improper mainte -
nance, underinflation or overinflation and overloading.
• O nly qualified persons should repair tires. See US Tire Manufacturers Association
(
USTMA) established repair procedures at www.USTires.org for information on
proper repair procedures.
• O nly specially trained persons should mount tires.

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BFGOODRICH® TIRES
ABOUT THIS WARRANTY
As the original purchaser of a BFGoodrich® brand passenger or light truck tire, you are
covered by all the benefits and conditions (subject to the maintenance
recommendations and safety warnings) contained in this booklet. To ensure your
understanding of and compliance with the terms and conditions of this warranty, please
read it carefully. It is essential that you also read and understand the safety and
maintenance recommendations for tires contained in this booklet.
WHAT IS COVERED AND FOR HOW LONG
Passenger and Light Truck Tires
BFGoodrich® brand passenger and light truck tires, used in normal service on the
veh

icle on which they were originally fitted and in accordance with the maintenance
recommendations and safety warnings contained in the attached Owner’s Manual, are
covered by this warranty against defects in workmanship and materials for the life of the
original usable tread, or six years from the date of purchase, whichever occurs first. At
that time, all warranties, express or implied, expire. The life of the original usable tread
is the original tread down to the level of the tread wear indicators - 2/32nds of an inch
(1.6 mm) of tread remaining. Date of purchase is documented by new vehicle
reg

istration or tire sales invoice. If no proof of purchase is available, coverage will be
based on the date of manufacture. Replacement will be made in accordance with the
terms and conditions described under “How Replacement Charges are Calculated”.
NOTE:
Your vehicle manufacturer may provide additional tire warranty coverage over and above
wh a

t is provided by BFGoodrich®. Consult your vehicle Owner’s Manual for further infor -
mation.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
Tires Which Become Unserviceable Due To:
• Road hazard injury (e.g., a cut, snag, bruise, impact damage or puncture)
• In

correct mounting of the tire, tire/wheel imbalance or improper repair
• Mi

sapplication, improper maintenance, racing, underinflation, overinflation or other
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use
• Operation without a properly functioning low pressure warning system, for Comp T/A® ZR

SSS tires
• Uneven or rapid wear which is caused by mechanical irregularity in the vehicle such as wh

eel misalignment, a measured tread difference of 2/32 of an inch (1.6 mm) or
mo r

e across the tread on the same tire
• Accident, fire, chemical corrosion, tire alteration or vandalism
• Fl

at spotting caused by improper storage or brake lock

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• The adding of liquid, solid or gaseous materials other than air, nitrogen or carbon dioxide for example, waterbase sealers or balancing substances
• O zone or weather checking
HOW REPLACEMENT CHARGES ARE CALCULATED
Passenger And Light Truck Tires Workmanship/Materials
A tire which becomes unserviceable due to a condition covered by this workmanship and
ma

terials limited warranty will be replaced with a comparable new BFGoodrich® brand
tire, free of charge, when 2/32 of an inch (1.6 mm) or less of the original tread is worn,
( o

r 25% or less, whichever is more beneficial to you) and within 12 months of the date of
p u

rchase. The cost of mounting and balancing the tire is included. You pay the cost of
any other service charges and applicable taxes.
When more than 2/32 of an inch (1.6 mm) of the original tread has been worn (or more
t h

an 25%, whichever is more beneficial to you) or after 12 months from the date of
p u

rchase, you must pay the cost of a comparable new BFGoodrich® brand passenger or
light truck replacement tire on a prorated basis. The retailer shall determine the charge
by multiplying the percentage of the original usable tread worn by the current selling
price at the adjustment location or the price on the current BFGoodrich® brand Base
Price List, whichever is lower. This list is based on a predetermined price intended to
fairly represent the actual selling price of the tire.
You pay the cost of mounting, balancing, and or any other service charges and applicable
t a

xes.
WHAT YOU MUST DO WHEN MAKING A CLAIM
When making a claim under the terms of this limited warranty you must present your
tire(s), your vehicle, and your original invoice to a participating BFGoodrich® brand tire
retailer. BFGoodrich® brand tire retailers are listed in the yellow pages under “Tire
Dealers-Retail”. Personal identification (i.e. Driver’s License, Credit Card, etc.) and
vehicle registration may be required. You pay any service charges for normal vehicle and
tire maintenance.
CONDITIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
This limited warranty does not provide compensation for loss of time, loss of use of
vehicle, inconvenience or incidental or consequential damages.
Tires presented for claim remain the property of the consumer and BFGoodrich® brand
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cepts no responsibility for loss of, or damage to, tires which are in the custody or
control of a BFGoodrich® tire retailer for the purpose of inspection for warranty
adjustment.
In the event of a disputed claim, the consumer must make the tire available for further
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spection. Tires accepted for claim become the property of Michelin North America Inc.

No BFGoodrich® brand representative, employee or retailer has the authority to make or
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ply any representation, promise or agreement, which in any way varies from the terms
of this limited warranty. This limited warranty applies only in the United States and Canada.

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SAFETY MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
Read your Tire Owner’s Manual, the information on the sidewall of your tires, your vehicle
Owner’s Manual and vehicle tire information placard for essential safety and
maintenance information.
When service is required:
1. C ontact a participating BFGoodrich® tire retailer listed in your yellow pages.
2
. I f additional assistance is needed in locating a BFGoodrich® retailer, please call or
w
rite to the Consumer Care Department listed in this book.
You should have complete confidence in your new BFGoodrich® tires. Still it is important
t o

register your tires in the event that we need to contact you. For online tire registration,
visit https://www.tireregistration.com/ .
TIRE DISABLEMENT SAFETY WARNING
Any tire may fail as a result of an improperly repaired puncture, impact damage, improper
inflation, overloading or other conditions resulting from use or misuse. Tire failures, such
as a rapid air loss or a tread and belt detachment, may increase risk of injury or death
and/or property damage. To reduce the risk of a tire failure, BFGoodrich® recommends
you thoroughly read and follow the recommendations in this BFGoodrich® Limited
Warranty/Owner’s Manual, the vehicle Owner’s Manual, tire placard information, and tire
sidewall information regarding safety warnings, proper tire use and maintenance.
CONTROLLABILITY
CONTROLLING A VEHICLE WHEN A TIRE FAILURE OCCURS
If a tire failure occurs, you may hear a loud noise, feel a vibration, and/or the vehicle may
pu

ll toward the side of the failed tire. If possible, step on the accelerator momentarily to
maintain forward momentum and ensure vehicle control.
It is important that you DO NOT BRAKE OR ABRUPTLY TURN THE STEERING WHEEL.
Slowly remove your foot from the accelerator and hold the steering wheel firmly while
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eering to remain in your lane. Once the vehicle has slowed and is fully under control,
apply the brakes gently; safely pull over to the shoulder and come to a stop. Inspect the
tires. If one or more tires look flat or low, show detachment or other damage, remove tire
assembly and replace it with a properly inflated spare. Bumps or bulges may indicate
detachment within the tire body and require inspection by a qualified tire technician.
WARNING!


DISREGARDING ANY OF THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND/OR INSTRUCTIONS
CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL MAY RESULT IN TIRE FAILURE OR EXPLOSION CAUSING
SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.

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FOLLOW THESE MOUNTING RECOMMENDATIONS
Tire changing can be dangerous and must be done by professionally trained persons
us

ing proper tools and procedures as specified by the Rubber Manufacturers
Association (RMA).
Your tires should be mounted on wheels of correct size and type and which are in good,
c le

an condition. Wheels that are bent, chipped, rusted (steel wheels) or corroded (alloy
wheels) may cause tire damage. The inside of the tire must be free from foreign material.
Have your retailer check the wheels before mounting new tires. Mismatched tires and
rims can explode during mounting. Also, mismatched tires and rims can result in
dangerous tire failure on the road. If a tire is mounted by error on the wrong-sized rim, do
not remount it on the proper rim — scrap it. It may have been damaged internally (which
is not externally visible) by having been dangerously stretched and could fail on the
highway.
Old valves may leak. When new tubeless tires are mounted, have new valves of the
c o

rrect type installed. Tubeless tires must only be mounted on wheels designed for
tubeless tires i.e., wheels which have safety humps or ledges.
It is recommended that you have your tires and wheels balanced. Tires and wheels which
a r

e not balanced may cause steering difficulties, a bumpy ride, and irregular tire wear.
Be sure that all your valves have suitable valve caps. The valve cap is the primary seal
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ainst air loss.
SERVICE LIFE FOR PASSENGER CAR AND LIGHT TRUCK TIRES INCLUDING SPARE
TIRES
The following recommendation applies to passenger car and light truck tires. Tires are
composed of various types of material and rubber compounds, having performance
properties essential to the proper functioning of the tire itself. These component
properties evolve over time. For each tire, this evolution depends upon many factors
such as weather, storage conditions, and conditions of use including load, speed,
inflation pressure, maintenance etc. to which the tire is subjected throughout its life. This
service-related evolution varies widely so that accurately predicting the serviceable life
of any specific tire in advance is not possible.
In addition to regular inspections and inflation pressure maintenance by consumers, it is
re

commended to have passenger car and light truck tires, including spare tires,
inspected regularly by a qualified tire specialist, such as a tire dealer, who will assess the
tire’s suitability for continued service. Tires which have been in use for five years or more
should continue to be inspected by a specialist at least annually.
Consumers are strongly encouraged to be aware not only of their tires’ visual condition
an
d inflation pressure but also of any change in dynamic performance such as increased
air loss, noise or vibration, which could be an indication that the tires need to be removed
from service to prevent tire failure.

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BRIDGESTONE® - FIRESTONE®
TIRE MAINTENANCE, SAFETY and WARRANTY MANUAL ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT
PASSENGER and LIGHT TRUCK TIRES (Including RFT Tires with Run-Flat Technology)
Congratulations!
Your new vehicle comes equipped with quality BRIDGESTONE® or FIRESTONE® brand
tir
es.
To ensure optimum tire performance and reduce the risk of a tire failure, Bridgestone®
Fi r

estone® North American Tire, LLC strongly recommends you read and follow all
maintenance and safety information contained in this manual. In addition, we
recommend periodic inspection and maintenance, if necessary, by a qualified tire service
professional.
Inflate.
Check your tire pressure monthly.
Rotate.
Rotate your tires as recommended by the vehicle manufacturer or ever 5,000 miles.
Evaluate.
Routinely look for signs of tread wear or damage.
TIRE CARE BASICS
Quick Reference Guide to Maintenance for All Tires, Including the Spare.
TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE
Tires can lose 1 psi (pound per square inch) per month under normal conditions.
Additionally, tires can lose 1 psi for every 10°F temperature drop.

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TIRE WEAR—VISUAL CHECK
Check for obvious signs of wear. Place a penny in the tire tread grooves as shown. I
f you can see the top of
Lincoln’s head, the tire is worn out and needs to be replaced.
TIRE MAINTENANCE AND SAFETY INFORMATION
Any tire, no matter how well constructed, may fail in use as a result of punctures, impact
damage, improper inflation, overloading, or other conditions resulting from use or
misuse. Tire failure may create a risk of property damage, serious personal injury or
death.
To reduce the risk of tire failure, Bridgestone® Firestone® North American Tire, LLC
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rongly recommends you read and follow all safety information contained in this
manual. In addition, we recommend periodic inspection and maintenance, if necessary,
by a qualified tire service professional.
WARNING!


Serious personal injury or death may result from a tire failure. Many tire failures are
preceded by vibration, bumps, bulges or irregular wear. If a vibration occurs while
driving your vehicle or you notice a bump, bulge or irregular wear, have your tires and
vehicle evaluated by a qualified tire service professional.

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• Never exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or front/rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) of your vehicle.
• C onsult your vehicle Owner’s Manual for load recommendations and special instruc -
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ions 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 performance 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.
You should visually inspect your tires on a regular basis throughout their life, and you
sh

ould have your tires periodically evaluated by a qualified tire service professional when
your vehicle is serviced such as routine maintenance intervals, oil changes, and tire
rotations. In particular, note the following tips for spotting tire damage:
• A fter striking anything unusual in the roadway, have a qualified tire service profes -
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ional demount the tire and inspect it for damage. A tire may not have visible signs of
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mage on the tire surface. Yet, the tire may suddenly fail without warning, a day, a
week, or even months later.
• I nspect your tires for cuts, cracks, splits or bruises in the tread and sidewall areas.
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umps or bulges may indicate a separation within the tire body. Have your tire
inspected by a qualified tire service professional. It may be necessary to have it
removed from the wheel for a complete inspection.
• I nspect your tires for adequate tread depth. When the tire is worn to the built-in indi -
c
ators at 2/32 of an inch (1.6 mm) or less tread groove depth, or the tire cord or fabric
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exposed, the tire is dangerously worn and must be replaced immediately.
• I nspect your tires for uneven wear. Wear on one side of the tread or flat spots in the
t
read may indicate a problem with the tire or vehicle. Consult a qualified tire service
professional.
• I nspect your wheels also. If you have a bent or cracked wheel, it must be replaced.
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Don’t forget to check the spare tire.
M
ake sure your tires, including the spare tire, continue to be regularly inspected after 5
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ars of service to determine if they can continue in service. Even when your tires appear
to be usable from their external appearance or the tread depth may have not reached
the minimum wear out depth, it is recommended that all tires (including spare tires and
“temporary use” spares) more than 10 years old be replaced with new tires.
WARNING!


Driving on damaged tires is dangerous. A damaged tire can suddenly fail causing
serious personal injury or death. Have your tires regularly inspected by a qualified tire
service professional.