tire warranty guide

Tire Warranty Guide

Contents:

New Vehicle Limited Warranty 1

BFGoodrich� 2

Continental and General 5

Goodyear, Dunlop, & Kelly 11

Hankook 15

Michelin� 18

Pirelli 22

Uniroyal� 25

Tire Safety Information 29

Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury New Vehicle Limited Warranty:

Two separate warranties apply to the tires on your new vehicle. The New VehicleLimited Warranty provides no-cost coverage for tire repairs, replacements, oradjustments for covered warranty conditions during the Bumper to BumperCoverage period. The tire manufacturer also provides you with a separate tirewarranty that may extend beyond the Bumper to Bumper Coverage period.

During the Bumper to Bumper Coverage period, your authorized Ford MotorCompany dealer wants to ensure your complete satisfaction at no out-of-pocketcost to you. In addition, you have the option of having a tire warranty repair per-formed by the tire manufacturer’s authorized service center. If you go to a tireservice center during the Ford Bumper to Bumper Coverage period for a coveredrepair (replacement or adjustment), you may be charged a prorated amount forwear or other charges. If so, you should present your paid invoice detailing thenature of the charges to any Ford Motor Company dealership for refund consid-eration.

Refer to your New Vehicle Limited Warranty Guide for complete coverage details.

The following tire warranty information has been provided by and published atthe request of the tire manufacturer.

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BFGOODRICH� TIRES

ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PASSENGER & LIGHT TRUCK TIRE LIMITEDWARRANTY

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 maintenancerecommendations and safety warnings) contained in this booklet. To ensure yourunderstanding of and compliance with the terms and conditions of this warranty,please read it carefully. It is essential that you also read and understand thesafety and maintenance recommendations for tires contained in this Tire War-ranty Guide.

WHAT IS COVERED AND FOR HOW LONG

Passenger and Light Truck Tires

BFGoodrich� brand passenger and light truck tires, used in normal service onthe vehicle on which they were originally fitted and in accordance with themaintenance recommendations and safety warnings contained in the attachedowner’s manual, are covered by this warranty against defects in workmanshipand materials for the life of the original usable tread, or 6 years from the date ofpurchase, 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 levelof the tread wear indicators - 2/32nds of an inch (1.6mm) of tread remaining.Date of purchase is documented by new vehicle registration or tire sales invoice.If no proof of purchase is available, coverage will be based on the date ofmanufacture. Replacement will be made in accordance with the terms andconditions described under “How Replacement Charges are Calculated”. Note:your vehicle manufacturer may provide additional tire warranty coverage overand above what is provided by BFGoodrich�. Consult your vehicle owner’smanual for further information.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

Tires which become unserviceable due to:• Road hazard injury (e.g., a cut, snag, bruise, impact damage or puncture);• Incorrect mounting of the tire, tire/wheel imbalance or improper repair;• Misapplication, improper maintenance, racing, underinflation, overinflation or

other abuse;• Operation without a properly functioning low pressure warning system, for

Comp T/A� ZR SSS tires;

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• Uneven or rapid wear which is caused by mechanical irregularity in the vehiclesuch as wheel misalignment, (a measured tread difference of 2/32nds of aninch (1.6mm) or more across the tread on the same tire);

• Accident, fire, chemical corrosion, tire alteration or vandalism;• Flat spotting caused by improper storage;• The adding of liquid, solid or gaseous materials other than air, nitrogen or

carbon dioxide (for example, waterbase sealers or balancing substances);• Ozone 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 workman-ship and materials limited warranty will be replaced with a comparable newBFGoodrich� brand tire, free of charge, when 2/32nds of an inch (1.6mm) or lessof the original tread is worn, (or 25% or less, whichever is more beneficial toyou) and within 12 months of the date of purchase. The cost of mounting andbalancing the tire is included. You pay the cost of any other service charges

and applicable taxes. When more than 2/32nds of an inch (1.6mm) of theoriginal tread has been worn (or more than 25%, whichever is more beneficial toyou) or after 12 months from the date of purchase, you must pay the cost of acomparable new BFGoodrich� brand passenger or light truck replacement tire ona pro rata basis. The retailer shall determine the charge by multiplying the per-centage of the original usable tread worn by the current selling price at the ad-justment 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 fairlyrepresent the actual selling price of the tire. You pay the cost of mounting,

balancing, and or any other service charges and applicable taxes.

WHAT YOU MUST DO WHEN MAKING A CLAIM

When making a claim under the terms of this limited warranty you mustpresent your tire(s), your vehicle, and your original invoice to a participatingBFGoodrich� brand tire retailer. BFGoodrich� brand tire retailers are listed inthe yellow pages under “Tire Dealers-Retail”. Personal identification (i.e. Driver’sLicense, 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 useof vehicle, inconvenience or incidental or consequential damages. Tires presentedfor claim remain the property of the consumer and BFGoodrich� brand accepts

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no responsibility for loss of, or damage to, tires which are in the custody or con-trol of a BFGoodrich� tire retailer for the purpose of inspection for warranty ad-justment. In the event of a disputed claim, the consumer must make the

tire available for further inspection. Tires accepted for claim become theproperty of Michelin North America Inc. (“MNA”), which is the processor of war-ranty claims for BFGoodrich� tires. No BFGoodrich� brand representative, em-ployee or retailer has the authority to make or imply any representation, promiseor agreement, which in any way varies from the terms of this limited warranty.

This limited warranty applies only in the United States and Canada.

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 essentialsafety and maintenance information.

When service is required:1. Contact a participating BFGoodrich� tire retailer listed in your Yellow Pages.2. If additional assistance is needed in locating a BFGoodrich� retailer, please callor write to Consumer Relations as listed below.

CONTACT INFORMATION

If you see any damage to your tires or wheels, contact your local ParticipatingBFGoodrich� tire retailer listed in the Yellow Pages, or visit our web-site listedbelow for retailer locations. If further assistance is required, contact:

IN USA 1-877-788-8899or write:Consumer RelationsP.O. Box 19026Greenville, SC 29602-9026or email: www.bfgoodrichtires.com

IN CANADA 1-888-871-6666or write:Consumer Relations Department2540 Daniel-Johnson Blvd.Suite 510Laval, QuebecH7T 2T9

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CONTINENTAL TIRE NORTH AMERICA, INC. ANDCONTINENTAL TIRE CANADA, INC.

LIMITED WARRANTY AND ADJUSTMENT POLICYFOR ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PASSENGER CAR AND LIGHT TRUCK

TIRES (Including Temporary Spare Tires)

This Limited Warranty (“Limited Warranty”) and Adjustment Policy (“Policy”) isissued by Continental Tire North America, Inc. and Continental Tire

Canada, Inc. (“Continental Tire”) and is applicable for Continental/GeneralTire brand new vehicle original equipment tires and is a promise of replacementunder certain specified conditions. This Limited Warranty and Policy applies totires in normal service displaying adjustable conditions (see Section 4) and doesnot require the existence of a workmanship-or-material-related condition in orderto qualify for adjustment.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY AND POLICY IS NOT A WARRANTY THAT

YOUR TIRE WILL NOT FAIL OR BECOME UNSERVICEABLE IF

NEGLECTED OR MISTREATED.

Continental Tire recommends that you carefully review this guide, which

contains important Limited Warranty and Policy information. Continen-

tal Tire encourages you to also read the important safety and mainte-

nance information included in this guide.

1. ELIGIBILITYThis Limited Warranty and Policy applies to the original owner of newContinental/General Tire brand passenger car, light truck (“LT”) and TemporarySpare tires that are the new vehicle original equipment tires bearing theContinental/General Tire brand name and D.O.T. Tire Identification Number, op-erated in normal service, and equipped on your vehicle on which they were origi-nally installed according to the vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations (“Eli-gible Tires”).

2. WHAT IS THE ADJUSTMENT POLICY AND HOW LONG IS ITAPPLICABLE?

A. BASIC COVERAGE:Eligible Tires are covered by this Limited Warranty and Policy for a maximum of72 months from the date of purchase determined by the new vehicle registrationdate or new vehicle sales invoice showing date of purchase. If an eligibleContinental/General Tire brand passenger, light truck, or Temporary Spare tireused in normal service, becomes unserviceable from a condition other than thoselisted under Section 4 during the time or treadwear periods shown below, it willbe replaced with a comparable new Continental/General Tire brand tire accordingto the following paragraphs (1) and (2).

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(1) Free Replacement Policy

Time Treadwear

Passenger andLight Truck Tires

First 12 Months or First 2/32nds (1.6mm)

(Whichever comes first)Mounting and balancing included free of charge.

Owner pays all applicable taxes, excluding F.E.T. if in theU.S.

Temporary SpareTire

72 Months or First 1/32nd (0.8mm)

(Whichever comes first)Mounting and balancing included free of charge.

Owner pays all applicable taxes.

(2) ‘‘Pro Rata Replacement Policy’’

After the free replacement period expires, Continental/General Tire brand pas-senger and light truck tires still may be eligible for a pro rata replacement for 72months from date of original purchase as follows: you may purchase a new, com-parable Continental/General Tire brand replacement tire on a pro rata basis untilthe tread is worn down to the tread wear indicators (2/32nds of an inch or 1.6mm of tread remaining); the tire tread is worn out at this point and the BasicCoverage of this Limited Warranty and Policy ends, regardless of the time periodremaining. Owner pays all applicable taxes including, if in the U.S., F.E.T.),mounting and balancing charges.

(3) TEMPORARY SPARE TIRES

A. BASIC COVERAGE

Continental/General Tire brand Temporary Spare tires are covered by this Lim-ited Warranty and Policy for a maximum of 72 months from date of purchase.

If a Continental/General Tire brand Temporary Spare tire used in normal servicebecomes unserviceable from a condition other than those listed in Section 4within the first 1/32nds of an inch (.8 mm) of treadwear, the tire will be replacedwith a new Continental/General Tire brand Temporary Spare free of charge, in-cluding mounting and balancing. Owner pays all applicable taxes. After the first1/32nd of an inch (.8 mm) of treadwear, the Limited Warranty and Policy cover-age expires, no adjustments will be made.

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3. HOW A PRO RATA PRICE IS CALCULATED

The replacement tire price will be determined by multiplying the percentage ofthe useable tread worn by the Dealers Selling Price (excluding all applicabletaxes) at the time of the adjustment or the Continental/General Tire brand cur-rent published Adjustment Base Price, whichever is lower. The usable tread isthe original tread down to the tread wear indicators (2/32nds of an inch or 1.6mm of tread remaining). The Adjustment Base Price is intended to fairly repre-sent a Dealers Selling Price for the same or comparable tire.

4. WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THE ADJUSTMENT POLICY

A. THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS ARE NOT COVERED:• Repairs: CTNA does not warrant any repaired tire.• Road Hazard: Any tire with road hazard damage, except for those conditions

and certain tire lines that fall within the terms of coverage of the Road HazardCoverage set forth in Section 4. This includes, but is not limited to: cuts,snags, punctures, bruises, and impact breaks.

• Ride Vibration: Any ride/vibration complaint after the first 2/32nds (1.6mm)of an inch of treadwear or 12 months of service, whichever comes first.

• Improper operation or maintenance:

This includes, but is not limited to, effects caused by:� Improper tire inflation and/or improper load/speed practices:

These practices can cause excessive operational temperatures andstresses that exceed the tires’s capabilities.

� Improper or insufficient tire rotation: Any tire with premature or irregu-lar wear caused by failing to follow the recommended tire rotation pat-tern and/or mileage intervals.

� Damage due to:• Rim irregularities or rim damage• Snow chains• Vehicle mechanical problems, including brake problems and

vehicle wheel alignment• Extreme temperature exposure• Negligent and abusive driving such as tire spinning.• Improper tire storage• Automotive accident• Chemical corrosion or fire• Misuse or misapplication

• Improper Mounting or Demounting:

• Alterations, such as adding a white inlay on blackwall, tread regrooving, tiretruing or siping, or adding sealant materials to the tire.

• Weather checking/cracking: not covered after 48 months from the date ofmanufacture.

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B. General Exclusions

Tire(s) submitted for an adjustment as covered in the Basic Coverage of Section2A in service for longer than 72 months from date of purchase.

Tire(s) on any vehicle registered and normally operated outside the UnitedStates and Canada. For tires on vehicles normally operated outside the UnitedStates and Canada, see the nearest Continental/General Tire brand tire dealer ordistributor for local coverage.

Tire(s) transferred from the vehicle on which they were originally installed arenot covered.

Continental Tire does not offer tread wearout coverage up to a predeterminedmileage.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY AND POLICY IS MADE IN LIEU OF ALL

OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT

LIMITED TO, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR

A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. CONTINENTAL TIRE EXPRESSLY DIS-

CLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED

TO, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PAR-

TICULAR PURPOSE. SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT PERMIT

SUCH A LIMITATION; FOR THOSE STATES AND PROVINCES, ANY IM-

PLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY WAR-

RANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PATICULAR PUR-

POSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF WRITTEN

WARRANTY.

This is the only express warranty made by Continental Tire. No Conti-

nental Tire employee, retailer, or dealer has the authority to make any

warranty, representation, promise or agreement on behalf of Continental

Tire except as expressly written in this Limited Warranty and Policy.

TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, CONTINENTAL TIRE DISCLAIMS

LlABILITY FOR ALL CONSEQUENTIAL AND INCIDENTAL DAMAGES.

THE REMEDIES SET FORTH IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE THE

SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES FOR BREACH OF WARRANY.

SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR

LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR EX-

CLUSIONS OR LIMITATIONS ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR ON THE

DURATION OF SUCH WARRANTIES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR

EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU

SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS

WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE IN THE U.S. AND FROM

PROVINCE TO PROVINCE IN CANADA.

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In observance of U.S. Federal Law, this warranty and policy has been

designated a “Limited Warranty”. Continental Tire does not intend to

represent through this Limited Warranty and Policy that tire failures can

not happen.

5. CONTINENTAL TIRE’S OBLIGATIONS

Replacement of Eligible Tires will be made by any Continental/General Tire brandauthorized dealer or vehicle dealer authorized to handle Continental/General Tirebrand tire adjustments (“Authorized Dealer”). Continental Tire will replace thetire pursuant to the terms of this Limited Warranty and Policy. Tires that are re-placed under an adjustment basis under this Limited Warranty and Policybecome the property of Continental Tire.

6. OWNER’S OBLIGATIONS

To make an eligible claim under this Limited Warranty and Policy, the ownermust present a claim with the tire(s) to an Authorized Dealer. For the nearestAuthorized Dealer, consult the Yellow Pages, the Continental/General Tire brandinternet address, or the 800 numbers shown in Section 7. Owner must presentnew vehicle registration form or new vehicle sales invoice indicating the date ofpurchase. Owner will be required to sign the Continental Tire Limited WarrantyClaim Form or dealer replacement sales receipt.

Owner is responsible for paying all applicable taxes set forth under this LimitedWarranty and Policy. Owner is also responsible for paying local tire-disposal feeswhere applicable and any parts or service regardless of mileage or months of ser-vice. This includes payment for tire rotation, alignment, towing, road service,valve stems and tire repairs. Owner is responsible for maintaining proper tire airpressure and for proper maintenance of the tire.

At the time of making a claim, owner is required to present the tire(s) and newvehicle registration form or new vehicle sales invoice showing date of purchase.If satisfactory proof-of-purchase date is not provided, the D.O.T. (Tire Identifica-tion Number) date of manufacture will be used.

A “comparable” new Continental/General Tire brand tire may be either the sametire line or the same basic construction but with a different sidewall or tread con-figuration. If the customer accepts a higher-priced replacement tire, the customerwill pay the difference in price. Any tire replaced under this Limited Warrantyand Policy will be covered by the current Continental/General Tire brand LimitedWarranty and Policy.

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7. FOR SERVICE ASSISTANCE OR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

For the nearest Continental/General Tire brand tire dealer, consult the YellowPages or, if for any reason local service or information is not available, callContinental/General Tire brand toll-free Customer Relations number. In theUnited States, call: 1-800-847-3349. In Canada, call: 1-800-461-1776 or use theContinental or General brand Internet Address: www.continentaltire.com orwww.generaltire.com.

Continental Tire

North America, Inc.

1800 Continental Blvd.Charlotte, NC 28273

Continental Tire Canada, Inc.

215 Rowntree Dairy RoadWoodbridge, OntarioL4L 8B8

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GOODYEAR, DUNLOP & KELLY BRANDSFord Original Equipment Limited Warranty

Highway Auto TiresLight Truck TiresTemporary Spare

WHO IS ELIGIBLE?You are eligible for the benefits of this Limited Warranty if you meet all the fol-lowing criteria:• You are the owner or authorized agent of the owner of new Goodyear, Dunlop

or Kelly highway auto or light truck tires supplied as original equipment onyour Ford Motor Company vehicle

• Your tires bear Department of Transportation prescribed tire identificationnumbers

• Your tires have been used only on the vehicle on which they were originallyinstalled according to the vehicle manufacturer or Goodyear’s recommendations

• Your tires were purchased on or after January 1, 2004

WHAT IS COVERED AND FOR HOW LONG?FREE TIRE REPLACEMENT -New Goodyear, Dunlop or Kelly brand tires covered by this policy and removedfrom service due to a covered warranty condition during the first 2/32� of usabletread wear or twelve months from date of purchase, whichever comes first, willbe replaced with a comparable new Goodyear, Dunlop or Kelly brand tire at nocharge, including mounting and balancing. Without proof of purchase the date ofmanufacture will be used to determine age.

ALL OTHER HIGHWAY AUTO OR LIGHT TRUCK TIRESAny new Goodyear, Dunlop or Kelly highway auto or light truck tire, other than radialauto, radial light truck tires, removed from service due to a covered warranty condi-tion during the first 1/32� of usable treadwear will be replaced with a comparable newGoodyear, Dunlop or Kelly tire at no charge, including mounting and balancing.

TEMPORARY SPARE TIRESAny Goodyear, Dunlop or Kelly brand temporary spare tire removed from servicedue to a covered warranty condition during the first 50% of usable treadwear(1/32�) will be replaced with a comparable new Goodyear, Dunlop or Kelly brandtemporary spare tire at no charge, including mounting.

PRORATED ADJUSTMENTTires not eligible for free replacement that are removed from service due to a cov-ered warranty condition will be replaced with a comparable new Goodyear, Dunlopor Kelly brand tire on a prorated basis for up to six (6) years from the date of origi-nal new tire purchase or when the tread wear indicators become visible (worn to2/32�), whichever occurs first. Without proof of purchase the date of manufacturewill be used to determine age.

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HOW WILL PRORATED CHARGES BE CALCULATED?

Replacement price will be calculated by multiplying the tire’s advertised retailerselling price at the time of adjustment by the percentage of usable original treadthat has been worn off. You pay for mounting and balancing, and an amount equalto the current Federal Excise Tax (U.S only) and any other applicable taxes.

WHAT IS A COMPARABLE TIRE?

A “comparable” new Goodyear, Dunlop or Kelly tire will be the same brand tireand may either be the same line of tire or, in the event that the tire is not avail-able, the same brand tire with the same basic construction and quality with adifferent sidewall or tread configuration. If a higher priced tire is accepted as re-placement, the difference in price will be at an additional charge to you.

Any replacement tire provided pursuant to this warranty will be covered by theGoodyear, Dunlop or Kelly warranty in effect at the time of replacement.

OWNER’S OBLIGATIONS

A. You must rotate your tires in accordance with the prescribed rotation patternsas recommended by either the vehicle manufacturer or Goodyear, Dunlop orKelly.

B. You must present the tire to be adjusted to a retailer authorized to sellGoodyear, Dunlop or Kelly brand tires (not all retailers can sell each brand).Tires replaced as an adjustment become the property of The Goodyear Tireand Rubber Company or Goodyear Canada Inc.

C. You must pay for any applicable taxes and additional service you order at thetime of adjustment relating to any unique applications requiring mounting,demounting and balancing.

D. No claim will be recognized unless submitted on an approved claim form(supplied by a Goodyear, Dunlop or Kelly retailer) completely filled out andsigned, where you the owner or your authorized agent presented the tire foradjustment.

ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS

A tire has delivered its full original tread life and the coverage of this limitedwarranty ends when the tread wear indicators become visible (worn to 2/32�), orsix (6) years from the date of new tire purchase, whichever occurs first. Withoutproof of purchase the date of manufacture will be used to determine age.

LIMITATIONS

This limited warranty is applicable only in the United States and Canada.

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WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY?

This limited warranty does not cover the following:

• Tires submitted for ride disturbance complaints that are worn beyond the firsttwo thirty-seconds of an inch (2/32�) tread depth or 6 months from date ofnew vehicle purchase, whichever occurs first, or tires submitted for ride dis-turbance due to damaged wheels or any vehicle condition.

• Goodyear, Dunlop and Kelly do not warrant or give credit in any adjustmenttransaction for any kind of material added to a tire (e.g., tire fillers, sealants,balancing substances) after the tire leaves a factory producing Goodyear,Dunlop or Kelly tires, nor will it adjust any tire that has failed as a result ofadding such material.

• Irregular wear or damage due to mechanical condition of the vehicle, improperinflation, overloading, high speed spin-up, misapplication, misuse, negligence,racing, use of tire chains, improper mounting or demounting, improper repair,wreck, collision or fire.

• Road hazards (includes, but not limited to, punctures, cuts, snags, impactbreaks, etc.).

• Any tire that, after leaving a factory producing Goodyear, Dunlop or Kelly tires,has been intentionally altered to change its appearance (e.g., white inlay on ablack tire or regrooved).

• Tires with weather-cracking that were purchased more than four (4) yearsprior to presentation for adjustment or, if purchase date cannot be verified,manufactured more than four years prior to presentation for adjustment.

• Temporary spare tires used on vehicles used in racing and on passenger carsin special applications such as police pursuit service.

• Goodyear Unisteel Commercial Radial Light Truck Tires

• Loss of time, inconvenience, loss of vehicle use, incidental or consequentialdamages.

WHAT ARE YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS?

Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental orconsequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

No representative or dealer has authority to make any representation, promise,or agreement on behalf of Goodyear, Dunlop or Kelly except as stated herein.

Any tire, no matter how well constructed, may fail in service or otherwise becomeunserviceable due to conditions beyond the control of the manufacturer. Under nocircumstances is this warranty a representation that a tire failure cannot occur.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rightsthat vary from state to state or province to province.

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FOR SERVICE ASSISTANCE OR INFORMATION• FIRST CONTACT THE NEAREST GOODYEAR, DUNLOP or KELLY RETAILER

• IF ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE IS REQUIRED:

UNITED STATES: CANADA:

Call (800) 321-2136 Call (800) 387-3288

Goodyear Consumer Relations Goodyear Consumer Relations

Department 728 450 Kipling Avenue

1144 East Market St. Toronto, Ontario

Akron, Ohio 44316-0001 M8Z 5E1

Email: consumer_relationsgoodyear.com

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HANKOOK TIRE - LIMITED WARRANTY

FOR ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PASSENGER CAR AND LIGHT TRUCK TIRES(INCLUDING TEMPORARY TIRE)

1. WHAT IS COVERED AND FOR HOW LONG

Hankook warrants that a tire manufactured by Hankook and equipped originallyon the vehicle is free from defects in materials or workmanship in normal use forthe life of the original usable tread. The life of the original usable tread endswhen the tire tread has been worn down with only 1.6mm (2/32nds inch) re-maining, at which point the tire is considered to be fully worn out.

� PASSENGER CAR AND LIGHT TRUCK TIRES

A. Free replacement

IF Hankook Radial Passenger & Light Truck Tires fail as a result of defect in ma-terial and/or workmanship within the First 25% of tread wear, the tire will bereplaced with a new, comparable Hankook tire at no charge including mountingand balancing charges.

B. Pro rata replacement

Tires not qualifying for free replacement will be allowed a credit toward purchaseof a new, comparable Hankook Tire Based upon the amount of tread actuallyworn. The cost of mounting, balancing and any other service charges of Appli-cable taxes shall be paid by the user. Otherwise adjustment for compensation willbe made on a pro rata basis calculated by multiplying the actual dealer sellingprice by the percentage of remaining usable tread depth.

� HANKOOK TEMPORARY TIRE

A. A Temporary tire weighs less and provides more trunk storage space than aconventional tire. To conserve tire tread life, temporary tire should be returnedto the trunk as soon as it is convenient to have your standard tire repaired orreplaced.

B. If Hankook Temporary Tire fails as a result of defect in materials and/or work-manship during the first 50% of usable tread wear, the tire will be replaced witha new, comparable tire at no charge including mounting charge. No adjustmentwill be made for tires that are worn more than 50%.

T-TYPE TEMPORARY SPARE TIRES

Air Pressure - Check T-type temporary spare tire inflation pressure as soon aspractical after installation and inflate to 60 psi. The tire pressure should bechecked monthly and maintained at 60 psi while stored or in service.

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Vehicle Restriction - The T-type temporary spare tire was designed for yourvehicle and should not be used on any other vehicle. Other Restrictions - TheT-type temporary spare tire should not be used with other wheels, nor shouldstandard 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 ve-hicle components may occur.

2. WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THE WARRANTY

� NON ADJUSTABLE CONDITIONS

A. Irregular wear or tire damage due to:- Road hazards such as punctures, cuts, snags, scuffs, carcass bruises or impact

breaks.- Fire, wreck or collision- Improper inflation, overloading, high speed spinning, improper mounting or de-

mounting, running flat, racing, vandalism, willful damage or abuse.- Misalignment, wheel imbalance, defective brakes or shock absorber, use of tire

chains.- Any tire which has failed as a result of adding materials (e.g. tire fillers, sealant,

or balancing substances)- Mechanical failure or design of vehicle.B. Tires fitted to anything other than the original vehicles.C. Tire worn beyond treadwear indicator (2/32nds or 1.6mm tread remaining).D. Tire presented by other than the actual owner-user.E. Tire branded “NA” (meaning no adjustment) or “blem” (meaning blemished).F. Loss of time inconvenience, loss of use of the vehicle or consequential damage.G. Ride disturbance caused by damaged wheels or after free-replacement condi-tions.H. Tire with weather cracking which was purchased more than four years priorto presentation for adjustment.

� GENERAL EXCLUSIONS

A. No Hankook Tire employee, retailer or dealer has the authority to make anywarranty, representation, promise or agreement on behalf of Hankook Tire exceptas stated in this policy.B. Tires used in racing related activities or competitive events are not covered bythis warranty.C. Limitation of remedy: to the extent permitted by law, HANKOOK disclaimsliability for all consequential and incidental damages. Some provinces and states

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do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages,so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty givesyou specific legal rights, and you may also have the rights which vary from prov-ince in Canada, and from state to state in the U.S.A.

3. HANKOOK’S OBLIGATIONS

Replacement qualifying under this warranty will be made by a participatingHankook Dealer or a participating Car Dealer.

4. OWNER’S OBLIGATIONS

A. You must present the tire to a participating Hankook Dealer or a participatingCar Dealer.B. For free replacement, a proof of purchase date such as car dealer invoiceshould be presented.C. No claim will be recognized unless submitted on a Hankook claim form com-pletely filled out and signed by the owner or a participating Hankook dealer orCar Dealer.

5. SAFETY MAINTENANCE INFORMATION

Improper tire mounting and inflation, overloading procedures may cause seriouspersonal injury or property damage. We strongly recommend you read and followall safety information contained in the tire safety information section Containedin this booklet, the placard in the vehicle or the Owner’s Manual.

HANKOOK U.S.A. CORPORATE HEADQUATERS1450 Valley Road, Wayne, New Jersey 07470(973)633-9000Toll Free(877) 740-7000www.hankooktireusa.com

WEST REGIONAL OFFICE11555 Arrow Route, Suite 105, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730(909)481-9800Toll Free(800)426-8252www.hankooktireusa.com

CANADA CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS6485 Kennedy RoadMississauga, Ontario L5T 2W4(905)670-1811Toll Free(800)843-7709www.hankooktire.ca

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MICHELIN�

ABOUT THIS WARRANTY

As the original purchaser of a Michelin� passenger or light truck tire, you arecovered by all the benefits and conditions (subject to the maintenance recom-mendations and safety warnings) contained in this booklet. To ensure your un-derstanding of and compliance with the terms and conditions of this warranty,please read it carefully. It is essential that you also read and understand thesafety and maintenance recommendations for tires contained in this booklet.



Michelin� Passenger and Light Truck tires, used in normal service on the vehicleon which they were originally fitted and in accordance with the maintenance rec-ommendations and safety warnings contained in the attached owner’s manual,are covered by this warranty against defects in workmanship and materials forthe life of the original usable tread, or 6 years from the date of purchase, which-ever occurs first. At that time, all warranties, express or implied, expire. The us-able tread is the original tread down to the level of the tread wear indicators-2/32nds of an inch (1.6mm) of tread remaining. Date of purchase is documentedby new vehicle registration or tire sales invoice. If no proof of purchase is avail-able, coverage will be based on the date of manufacture. Replacement will bemade in accordance with the terms and conditions described under “How Re-placement Charges are Calculated”. Note: your vehicle manufacturer may provideadditional tire warranty coverage over and above what is provided by Michelin�.Consult your vehicle owner’s manual for further information.

Temporary Spares

Michelin� temporary spare tires are covered by this warranty for 6 years fromthe date of purchase or until the first 2/32nds of an inch (1.6mm) of the originaltread is worn off. Date of purchase is documented by new vehicle registration ortire sales invoice. If no proof of purchase, coverage will be based on date ofmanufacture. At that time, all warranties, express or implied, expire.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

Tires which become unserviceable due to:

• Road hazard injury (e.g., a cut, snag, bruise, impact damage, or puncture);

• Incorrect mounting of the tire, tire/wheel imbalance or improper repair;

• Misapplication, improper maintenance, racing, underinflation, overinflation orother abuse;

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• Uneven or rapid wear which is caused by mechanical irregularity in the vehiclesuch as wheel misalignment, (a measured tread difference of 2/32nds of an inch(1.6mm) or more across the tread on the same tire);

• Accident, fire, chemical corrosion, tire alteration, or vandalism;

• Flat spotting caused by improper storage;

• The addition of liquid, solid or gaseous materials other than air, nitrogen or carbondioxide (for example, waterbase sealers or balancing substances);

• Ozone or weather checking.



A tire which becomes unserviceable due to a condition covered by this workman-ship and materials limited warranty will be replaced with a comparable newMichelin� tire, free of charge, when 2/32nds of an inch (1.6mm) or less of theoriginal tread is worn, (or 25% or less, whichever is more beneficial to the user)and within 12 months of the date of purchase. Mounting and balancing of the tireis included. You pay the cost of any other service charges and applicable

taxes. When more than 2/32nds of an inch (1.6mm) of original tread has beenworn (or more than 25%, whichever is more beneficial to the user) or after 12months from the date of purchase, you must pay the cost of a comparable newMichelin� passenger or light truck replacement tire on a pro rata basis. The re-tailer will determine the charge by multiplying the percentage of the original us-able tread worn, by the current selling price at the adjustment location or theprice in the current Michelin� Base Price List, whichever is lower. This list isbased on a predetermined price intended to fairly represent the actual sellingprice of the tire. You pay the cost of mounting, balancing and any other

service charges and applicable taxes.

Temporary Spare Tires.

A Michelin� Temporary Spare used in temporary service on the vehicle in whichit was originally installed, which becomes unserviceable due to a condition cov-ered by this warranty, will be replaced with a comparable new Michelin�Temporary Spare tire, free of charge, when it is worn less than 1/32nd of an inch(0.8mm). The cost of mounting and balancing is included. You pay the cost ofany other service charge and applicable taxes. When 1/32nd of an inch (0.8mm)of the original tread has been worn but less than 2/32nds of an inch (1.6mm) thetire will be replaced at 50% according to current actual selling price at the ad-justment location. You pay the cost of mounting, balancing, and any other servicecharges and applicable taxes.

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WHAT YOU MUST DO WHEN MAKING A CLAIM

When making a claim under the terms of this limited warranty, you must presentyour tire(s) to a participating Michelin� retailer. The vehicle on which the tireswere used must be available for inspection. Michelin� tire retailers are listed inthe yellow pages under “Tire Dealers-Retail”. Personal identification (i.e. Driver’sLicense, Credit Card, etc.) and vehicle registration may be required. You pay

service charges for normal vehicle and tire maintenance.

WHAT THE CONSUMER MUST DO WHEN MAKING A CLAIM

When making a claim under the terms of this limited warranty, the consumermust present the tire to a participating Michelin� retailer. To locate a participat-ing Michelin� retailer, check the yellow pages under “Tire Dealers - Retail.” Thevehicle on which the tire was used should be available for inspection.


This limited warranty does not provide compensation for loss of time, loss ofuse of vehicle, inconvenience or incidental or consequential damages. Tires pre-sented for claim remain the property of the consumer and Michelin� accepts noresponsibility for loss or damage to tires which are in the custody or control of aMichelin� tire retailer for the purpose of inspection for warranty adjustment.In the event of a disputed claim, the consumer must make the tire avail-

able for further inspection.

Tires accepted for claim become the property of Michelin� North America, Inc.No Michelin� representative, employee or retailer has the authority to make orimply any representation, promise or agreement, which in any way varies fromthe terms of this warranty.

This warranty applies only in the United States and Canada.


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 essentialsafety and maintenance information. When service is required:1. Contact a participating Michelin� tire retailer listed in your local Yellow Pages.2. If additional assistance in locating a participating Michelin� tire retailer is re-quired, please call the phone number listed below.

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CONTACT INFORMATION

If you see any damage to your tires or wheels, contact your local participatingMichelin� retailer listed in the Yellow Pages, or visit our web site listed below fordealer locations. If further assistance is required, contact:

IN USA1-800-847-3435or write:Michelin North America, Inc.Attention: Consumer Relations DepartmentPost Office Box 19001Greenville, SC 29602-9001or email:www.michelinman.com

IN CANADA1-888-871-4444or write:Michelin North America (Canada) Inc.Attention: Consumer Relations Department2540 Daniel-Johnson Blvd., Suite 510Laval, QuebecH7T 2T9or email:www.michelin.ca

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PIRELLI TIRE NORTH AMERICAOriginal Equipment Limited Warranty

PIRELLI� ORIGINAL EQUIPMENTPASSENGER & Light Truck TIRELIMITED WARRANTY

What Is Warranted And Who Is Eligible Under The Warranty?

Pirelli Tire North America (PTNA), 100 Pirelli Drive, Rome, Georgia 30162-7000,warrants to the original purchaser (owner) of any passenger car and/or lighttruck sold in the United States and Canada on which Pirelli Passenger Car Radialor Light Truck Radial Tires with a complete D.O.T. identification number andbranded Pirelli, are provided as original equipment, that the tires will be freefrom anomalies in workmanship and materials.

What Is The Adjustment Policy And For How Long?

If a Pirelli tire becomes unserviceable due to workmanship or material anomaliesduring the initial warranty period, which is one year from the date of original re-tail purchase (purchase receipt required) of the vehicle or the first 2/32� of theoriginal tread, whichever occurs first, the tire will be replaced to the owner at nocharge for the tire.

If tire is presented for ride related claims the initial warranty period is one yearfrom the date of original retail purchase of the vehicle or within the first 2/32nd ofthe original useable tread, whichever occurs first.

The owner must pay for any associated service charges, including mounting andbalancing of the tire in both of the aforementioned cases.

After the initial warranty period, if a Pirelli tire becomes unserviceable due toworkmanship or material anomalies, the owner must pay the cost for a newPirelli replacement tire on a pro-rata basis. The authorized Pirelli dealer will de-termine the cost by multiplying the percentage of the original usable tread wornby the current dealer selling price. The owner must pay for any associated ser-vice charges, including mounting and balancing of the tire.

A tire has delivered its original usable tread and its warranty ends when at leastone of the treadwear indicators becomes visible regardless of age or mileage.

To maintain proper vehicle dynamics and load carrying capacity, replacement tiresmust always have a Load Index and Speed Rating equal to or greater than thosefitted as Original Equipment. Pirelli does not recommend, endorse, or encouragein any way a reduction in speed ratings or load indexes under any circumstance.

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What Is Not Covered By The Warranty?• P-Metric tires used on commercial vehicles or used in commercial applications• Tires transferred from the vehicle on which they were originally installed.• Tires on any vehicle registered and normally operated outside the United

States of America or Canada.• Tires which have been recapped, or retreaded, or regrooved.• Tires used in racing or other competitive events.• Tires improperly repaired or with repairs not conforming to Rubber Manufac-

turers Association standards, or with section repairs, or with self-vulcanizingplug only.

• Tires which have been modified by the addition or removal of material or anytire intentionally altered to change its appearance.

• Tires injected with liquid balancer or sealant or in which anything other thanair or nitrogen has been used as the support medium.

• Tires with weather cracking which were purchased more than four years priorto presentation for adjustment. (If no proof of purchase date is available, tiresmanufactured four or more years prior to presentation for adjustment.)

• Tire unserviceability caused by tire operation in excess of tire/wheel manufac-turers’ specifications and recommendations.

• Ride related complaints after the first 2/32� of treadwear.• Tires which are mis-applied due to insufficient speed rating, or undersized, or

oversized tires.• Tires which become unserviceable because of a mechanical irregularity in the

vehicle such as misalignment, defective brakes, defective shock absorbers, orimproper rims.

• Tires damaged by fire, chemical corrosion, vandalism, wrecks, chains, theft,run while flat, underinflated, overinflated, or abused during servicing. Tiresaffected by Flat Spotting caused by improper transport or storage.

• Tires which become unserviceable because of road hazard injuries (e.g., nails,glass, metal objects) or other penetrations or snags, bruises or impact damage.

• Tires damaged from improper mounting practices.• Tire dealer/retailer services (e.g., mounting, dismounting, balancing, tire rota-

tion, or wheel alignment). Mileage warranty is not applicable to tires fitted asOriginal Equipment.

• Tires removed in pairs or sets where no abnormality exists in multiple tires

How to Make A Claim Under This Warranty

The owner, when making a claim under the terms of this warranty, must presentthe tire along with proof of purchase to any authorized Pirelli dealer. To locate anauthorized Pirelli Dealer in your area, look at the Dealer Locator on the Pirelliweb site at www.us.pirelli.com

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This is the only express warranty given by PTNA, applicable to Pirelli originalequipment passenger car radial and light truck radial tires. PTNA does not makeany other express warranty or any implied warranty of merchantability or fitnessfor a particular purpose. PTNA does not authorize any other person, includingauthorized Pirelli dealers or car manufacturers, or car dealers, to change thiswarranty or create any other obligation in connection with Pirelli tires.

PTNA WILL NOT DO ANYTHING OTHER THAN WHAT IS STATED IN THISWARRANTY IF A ANOMALY IS FOUND TO EXIST IN A PIRELLI ORIGINALEQUIPMENT PASSENGER CAR or light truck RADIAL TIRE. ALL OTHER REM-EDIES ARE EXCLUDED, INCLUDING ANY OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY ON THEPART OF PTNA FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES (SUCH ASA LOSS OF USE OF CAR, LOSS OF TIME OR INCONVENIENCE) ARISING OUTOF AN ANOMALY.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequen-tial damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty givesyou specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, which vary fromstate to state.

If further assistance or information is needed, please contact:

Pirelli Tire North AmericaConsumer Affairs Group100 Pirelli DriveRome, GA 30162-70001-800-747-3554 (1-800-PIRELLI)www.us.pirelli.com

CANADA:Pirelli Tire Inc.9800 Trans-CanadienneSt. Laurent, QuebecH4S 1V91-800-363-0583www.ca.pirelli.com

The tires fitted to your vehicle as original equipment were tested and approvedby the vehicle manufacturer and the tire manufacturer and take into account allaspects of the vehicle’s operation. Changes in the tire size, type or constructionshould not be made without seeking advice from the vehicle or tire manufacturersince unapproved tires on your vehicle could adversely affect steering, handling,braking and traction.

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Uniroyal�

FOR UNIROYAL PASSENGER, LIGHT TRUCK AND HIDEAWAY SPARE ORIGI-NAL EQUIPMENT TIRES, INCLUDEING NAILGARD TIRES.

ABOUT THIS WARRANTY

As the original purchaser of a UNIROYAL� Passenger or Light Truck Tire, youare covered by all the benefits and conditions (subject to the maintenance rec-ommendations and safety warnings) contained in this booklet. To ensure yourunderstanding of and compliance with the terms and conditions of this warranty,please read it carefully. It is essential that you also read and understand thesafety and maintenance recommendations for your tires contained in this TireWarranty Guide.



Uniroyal� Passenger and Light Truck tires, used in normal service on the vehicleon which they were originally fitted and in accordance with the maintenance rec-ommendations and safety warnings contained in the attached owner’s manual,are covered by this warranty against defects in the workmanship and material forthe life of the original tread, or 6 years from the date of purchase, whichevercomes first. At that time, all warranties, express or implied, expire. The usabletread is the original tread down to the level of the tread wear indicators -2/32nds of an inch (1.6mm) of the tread remaining. Date of purchase is docu-mented by new vehicle registration or tire sales invoice. If no proof or purchaseis available, coverage will be based on the date of manufacture. Your vehiclemanufacturer may provide additional tire warranty coverage over and above whatis provided by Uniroyal�. Consult your vehicle owner’s manual for further infor-mation.

Tread Puncture Limited Warranty

Uniroyal� Tiger Paw tires with NailGardTM are covered by the Tread PunctureReplacement Plan. The terms and conditions for this plan are contained in the�Tread Puncture Limited Warranty� section below.

Temporary Spares

Uniroyal� temporary spare tires are covered by this limited warranty for 6 yearsfrom date of purchase or until the first 2/32nds of an inch (1.6mm) of the origi-nal tread is worn off. At that time, all warranties, express or implied expire. Dateof purchase is documented by new vehicle registration or tire sales invoice. If noproof of purchase is available, coverage will be based on the date of manufacture.

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Tread Puncture Limited Warranty

Uniroyal� Tiger Paw tires with NailGardTM (including Royal Seal tires) have asealant material covering the inner liner at the tread area. This sealant is de-signed to seal punctures to the tread that are 3/16ths of an inch or less in diam-eter. No tire is immune to having a complete loss of air. If your Uniroyal� sealanttire does not seal a puncture during the legal life of the tire, Uniroyal� will re-place the tire free of charge, mounting and balancing included.

UNIROYAL� OFFERS THIS TREAD PUNCTURE REPLACEMENT PLAN SOLELYAS A CONVENIENCE TO ITS CUSTOMERS. UNIROYAL� MAKES NO REPRE-SENTATION OR PROMISE THAT UNIROYAL� TIRES WITH NAILGARDTM WILLSEAL TREAD PUNCTURES GREATER THAN 3/16� IN DIAMETER.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

Tires which become unserviceable due to:

- Road hazard injury (e.g., a cut, snag, bruise, impact damage or puncture,whether repairable or not). (Excluding tires with NailGardTM that are coveredby the Tread Puncture Warranty);

- Incorrect mounting of the tire, tire/wheel imbalance or improper repair;- Misapplication, improper maintenance, racing, underinflation, overinflation, or

other abuse;- Uneven or rapid wear caused by mechanical irregularity in the vehicle such as

wheel misalignment (measured tread depth differences of 2/32nds of an inch ormore on the same tire);

- Accident, fire, chemical corrosion, tire alteration or vandalism;- Flat spotting caused by improper storage;- The addition of liquid, solid or gaseous materials other than air, nitrogen or carbon

dioxide (for example, waterbased sealers or balancing substances);- Ozone or weather checking.



A tire which becomes unserviceable due to a condition covered by this workman-ship and materials limited warranty will be replaced with a comparable newUNIROYAL� tire, free of charge, when 2/32nds of an inch (1.6mm) or less of theoriginal tread is worn, (or 25% or less, whichever is more beneficial to the user)and within 12 months of the date of purchase. Mounting and balancing of the tireis included. You pay the cost of any other service charges and applicable

taxes. If a UNIROYAL� Royal Seal tire or a UNIROYAL� Tiger Paw tire withNailGardTM becomes unserviceable due to a condition covered by the workman-

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ship and materials limited warranty, it will be replaced with a new, comparableUNIROYAL� Brand tire at no charge, during the first 24 months after the date ofpurchase or the first 30% of treadwear, whichever comes first. The cost ofmounting and balancing the tires is included. You pay the cost of any other

service charges or applicable taxes. When more than 2/32nds of an inch oforiginal tread has been worn (or more than 25%, whichever is more beneficial tothe user) or after 12 months from date of purchase, (30% or 24 months for TigerPaw Tires with NailGardTM and Royal Seal Tires), the user must pay the cost ofa comparable new Uniroyal Brand passenger or light truck replacement tire on apro rata basis. The retailer shall determine the charge by multiplying the per-centage of tread worn by the current actual selling price of the new tire at theadjustment location or by the price in the current UNIROYAL� Base Price List*,whichever is lower. This adjustment price is based on a predetermined price in-tended to fairly represent the actual selling price of the tire. You pay the cost

of mounting, balancing, and any other service charges and applicable

taxes. * In Canada, the replacement will be based on the “current adjustmentprice for the new tire”.

UNIROYAL� Temporary Spare Tires

A UNIROYAL� Temporary Spare used in temporary service on the vehicle inwhich it was originally installed, which becomes unserviceable due to a conditioncovered by this limited warranty, will be replaced with a comparable newUNIROYAL� Temporary Spare tire, free of charge, when it is worn less than1/32nd (0.8mm) of an inch. The cost of mounting and balancing is included. You

pay the cost of any other service charges and applicable taxes. When1/32nd (0.8mm) of the original tread has been worn, but less than 2/32nds(1.6mm), the tire will be replaced at 50% according to the current actual sellingprice at the adjustment location. You pay the cost of mounting and balancing

and any other service charges and applicable taxes.

WHAT THE CONSUMER MUST DO WHEN MAKING A CLAIM

When making a claim under the terms of this limited warranty you must presentyour tire(s) to a participating UNIROYAL� retailer. UNIROYAL� tire retailers arelisted in the yellow pages under “Tire Dealers-Retail”. Personal identification (i.e.Driver’s License, Credit Card, etc.) and vehicle registration may be required. Thevehicle on which the tires were used must be available for inspection. Servicecharges for normal vehicle and tire maintenance are payable by you. Also seeCONDITIONS AND EXCLUSIONS pertaining to all Uniroyal limited warrantieslisted in this booklet.

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This limited warranty does not provide compensation for loss of time, loss use ofvehicle, inconvenience or incidental or consequential damages. Tires presentedfor claim remain the property of the consumer and UNIROYAL� accepts no re-sponsibility for loss of, or damage to, tires which are in the custody or control ofa Uniroyal tire retailer for the purpose of inspection for warranty adjustment.Tires accepted for claim become the property of Michelin North America, Inc.,which is the processor of warranty claims for UNIROYAL� tires. In the event of

a disputed claim, the consumer must make the tire available for further

inspection. No representative, employee or retailer of UNIROYAL� tires has theauthority to make or imply any representation, promise or agreement, which inany way varies the terms of this warranty.

These warranties apply only in the United States and Canada.

CONSUMER RIGHTS

These warranties give you specific legal rights, and you may also have otherrights which vary from state to state and province to province.


Read the Tire Owner’s Manual portion of this booklet, the information on thesidewall of your tires, your vehicle owner’s manual, and the vehicle tire informa-tion placard for essential safety and maintenance information.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Any time you see damage to your tires or wheels, immediately contact your localUNIROYAL� tire retailer listed in the Yellow Pages, or visit our web-site listedbelow for Dealer Locations. If further assistance is required, contact:

Continental United States: In Canada:1-877-458-5878 1-888-871-7777Or write: Or write:Consumer Relations Consumer RelationsP.O. Box 19001 Les Tours TriompheGreenville, SC 29602-9001 2540 Daniel Johnson Blvd.or e-mail: Laval, Quebec H7T 2T9www.uniroyal.com or e-mail:

www.uniroyal.ca

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SAFETY WARNING

DISREGARDING ANY OF THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONSCONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL MAY RESULT IN TIRE FAILURE OR EXPLO-SION CAUSING SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.

DRIVING ON ANY TIRE THAT DOES NOT HAVE THE CORRECTINFLATION PRESSURE IS DANGEROUS

Any under inflated tire builds up excessive heat that may result in sudden tiredestruction. If tires are supplied as original equipment, refer to the tire decal onthe vehicle (check vehicle and/or vehicle owner’s manual for decal location) forthe recommended operating pressures. For replacement tires, the correct inflationpressure will be provided by your tire retailer; if not, refer to the vehicle decal.

These inflation pressures must be maintained as a minimum. However, do notexceed the maximum pressure rating indicated on the tire sidewall.

CHECK THE COLD INFLATION PRESSURES IN ALL YOUR TIRES,INCLUDING THE SPARE, AT LEAST ONCE EACH MONTH

Failure to maintain correct inflation may result in improper vehicle handling andmay cause rapid and irregular tire wear, sudden tire destruction, loss of vehiclecontrol and serious personal injury. Therefore, inflation pressures should bechecked at least once each month and always prior to long distance trips. Thisapplies to all tires, including self-sealant types, self-supporting runflat types andother extended mobility tires, which are as susceptible to losing air pressure asany other type of tire, if not properly maintained.

Pressures should be checked when tires are cold, in other words, before theyhave been driven on. Driving, even for a short distance, causes tires to heat upand air pressure to increase.

Checking pressure when tires are hot:

If pressures are checked after tires have been driven for more than three min-utes or more than one mile, (2 km) the tires become hot and the pressures willincrease by approximately 4 psi. Therefore when the tire pressure is adjustedunder these conditions, it should be increased to a gauge reading of 4 psi greaterthan the recommended cold inflation pressure.

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For Example Only:

Gauge reading of hot tire:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 psi (220 kPa)If recommended cold inflation pressure is: . . . . . 30 psi (205 kPa)Desired gauge reading of hot tire 30 + 4 psi = 34 psi (205 + 30 = 235 kPa)Therefore: add 2 psi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (15 kPa)

Check cold pressure as soon as possible, preferably within 24 hours.

“Bleeding” air from hot tires could result in under inflation. Use an accu-

rate tire gauge to check pressures. Never allow children to inflate or de-

flate tires. Always make certain valve caps are installed on all tire valves

to keep out dirt and moisture.

TIRE SPINNING

Do not spin wheels in excess of 35 mph (55 km/h) as indicated on the speedom-eter. Excessive speed in a free-running, unloaded tire can cause it to “explode”from centrifugal force. The energy released by such an explosion is sufficient tocause serious physical injury or death. Never allow anyone to stand near or be-hind the spinning tire.

When in mud, sand, snow, ice or other slippery conditions, do not engage in ex-cessive wheel spin. Accelerating the motor excessively, particularly with auto-matic transmission vehicles, may cause a drive tire that has lost traction to spinbeyond its speed capability. This is also true when balancing a drive tire/wheelassembly 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, evenwith the correct inflation pressure, a road hazard for example is more difficult toavoid and if contact is made, has a greater chance of causing tire damage than ata lower speed. Moreover, driving at high speed reduces the reaction time avail-able 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 andvisit a participating Tire Retailer.

Exceeding the maximum speeds shown on the following page for each type of tirewill cause the tire to build up excessive heat which can cause tire damage thatcould result in sudden tire destruction and rapid air loss. Failure to control a ve-hicle 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 and driving conditions.

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SPEED RATINGS

Speed Symbols are shown on the sidewall of some tires. The following tableshows 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). Consult your tire retailer for maximum speed rating if your vehiclecapability exceeds this speed.

**Z (or ZR) rated tires are designed to use on cars with maximum speed capa-bilities in excess of 149 mph (240 km/h). (W and Y speed ratings are sub-categories of Z).

Consult your tire retailer for maximum speed capabilities.

Although a tire may be speed-rated, we do not endorse the operation of any ve-hicle in an unsafe or unlawful manner. Speed ratings are based on laboratorytests which relate to performance on the road, but are not applicable if tires areunderinflated, overloaded, worn out, damaged, altered, improperly repaired, orretreaded. Furthermore, a tire’s speed rating does not imply that vehicles can besafely driven at the maximum speed for which the tire is rated, particularly un-der adverse road and weather conditions or if the vehicle has unusual character-istics.

Highway passenger tires that do not have a speed symbol on the sidewall have amaximum speed rating of 105 mph (170 kph). Light truck highway tires that donot have a speed symbol on the sidewall of the tire have a maximum speed rat-ing of 87 mph (140 kph)

The speed and other ratings of retreaded tires are assigned by the retreader andreplace the original manufacturer’s ratings.

IMPORTANT: In order to maintain the speed capability of the vehicle, replace-ment tires must have speed ratings equal to or higher than those fitted as origi-nal equipment (as indicated on the vehicle tire placard or owner’s manual). Iftires with lower speed ratings are fitted, the vehicle’s handling may be affectedand the speed capability of the vehicle will be lowered to the maximum speedcapability of the replacement tires as indicated in the table below.

REMEMBER... High speed driving can be dangerous and may damage yourtires. AND... When driving at highway speeds, correct inflation pressure is espe-cially important.

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SPEED Maximum Speed

Ratings Km/hr mph

M 130 81N 140 87P 150 93Q 160 100R 170 106S 180 112T 190 118H 210 130V 240 149V* 240+ 149+W 270 168Y 300 186

300+ 186+

ZR**↓WINTER TIRES - Winter tires that do not have a speed symbol on the sidewallor tires with Q symbols have a speed rating of 100 mph (160 km/h). Winter tireswith a speed symbol have a maximum speed rating in accordance with the symbol.

INSPECT YOUR TIRES, DO NOT DRIVE ON A DAMAGED TIRE ORWHEEL

HAZARDS

Objects in the road, such as potholes, glass, metal, rocks, wood, debris and thelike, can damage a tire and should be safely avoided. Unavoidable contact withsuch objects should prompt a thorough tire inspection. Anytime you see anydamage to your tires or wheels, replace with the spare at once and immediatelyvisit a tire retailer.

INSPECTION

When inspecting your tires, including the spare, check the air pressures. If thepressure check indicates that one of your tires has lost pressure of two poundsor more, look for signs of penetration, valve leakage or wheel damage that mayaccount for the air loss. A tire damaged by a road hazard may appear undamagedto you on the outside of the tire. If you suspect your tire may be damaged fromstriking a road hazard (even when no damage is apparent) have the tire in-spected by a tire retailer at once.

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Always look for bulges, cracks, cuts, penetrations and abnormal tire

wear, particularly on the edges of the tire tread, which may be caused by

misalignment or underinflation. If any such damage is found, the tire

must be inspected by a tire retailer at once. Use of a damaged tire could

result in tire destruction.

All tires will wear out faster when subjected to high speeds as well as hard cor-nering, rapid starts, sudden stops, frequent driving on roads which are in poorcondition, and off road use. Roads with holes and rocks or other objects candamage tires and cause misalignment of your vehicle. When driving on suchroads, drive carefully and slowly, and before driving again at normal or highwayspeeds, examine your tires for any damage, such as cuts, bulges, penetrations,unusual wear patterns, etc.

TIRE TREAD WEAR INDICATORS �WEAR BARS�

Most tires contain wear indicators �Wear Bars� in the grooves of the tire treadwhich show up when only 2/32nds of an inch (1.6mm) of tread is remaining. Atthis stage, your tires must be replaced. Tires worn beyond this stage are ex-tremely dangerous.

DO NOT OVERLOAD: DRIVING ON ANY OVERLOADED TIRE ISDANGEROUS

The maximum load rating of your tires is molded on the tire sidewall. Do not ex-ceed this rating. Follow the loading instructions of the manufacturer of your ve-hicle and this will ensure that your tires are not overloaded. Tires which areloaded beyond their maximum allowable loads for the particular application willbuild up excessive heat that may result in sudden tire destruction. Do not ex-ceed the gross axle weight rating for any axle on your vehicle.

TRAILER TOWING

If you anticipate towing a trailer, you should visit a tire retailer for advice concern-ing the correct size tire and pressures. Tire size and pressures will depend uponthe type and size of trailer and hitch utilized, but in no case must the maximumcold inflation pressure or tire load rating be exceeded. Check the tire decal andthe owner’s manual supplied by the manufacturer of your vehicle for further rec-ommendations on trailer towing.

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WHEEL ALIGNMENT AND BALANCING ARE IMPORTANT FORSAFETY AND MAXIMUM MILEAGE FROM YOUR TIRES.

CHECK HOW YOUR TIRES ARE WEARING AT LEAST ONCE EACHMONTH

If your tires are wearing unevenly, such as the inside shoulder of the tire wearingfaster than the rest of the tread, or if you detect excessive vibration, your vehiclemay be out of alignment or balance. These conditions not only shorten the life ofyour tires but adversely affect the handling characteristics of your vehicle, whichcould be dangerous. If you detect irregular wear or vibration, have your align-ment and balance checked immediately. Tires which have been run underinflatedwill show more wear on the shoulders than in the center of the tread.

TIRE MIXING

For best performance it is recommended that the same size and type of tire beused on all four wheel positions. Before mixing tires of different types in anyconfiguration on any vehicle, be sure to check the vehicle manufacturer’s Owner’sManual for its recommendations.

It is especially important to check the vehicle manufacturer’s owner’s manualwhen mixing, matching, or replacing tires on 4-wheel drive vehicles, as this mayrequire special precautions.

NOTE: Tires which meet the Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA) definitionof snow tires are marked M/S, M+S or M&S. On such tires, this designation ismolded into the sidewall. Tires without this notation are not recommended forwinter driving.

Tires designated for use in severe winter conditions are markedon at least one sidewall with the letters ‘‘M” and ‘‘S” plus a picto-graph of a mountain with a snowflake on it. It is recommendedthat winter tires be applied to all four wheel positions. Failure todo so may negatively affect vehicle handling.

TIRE ROTATION

To obtain maximum tire wear, it may be necessary to rotate your tires. If yourvehicle is equipped with a full size spare tire the same size as the ground tiresand matching wheel, include it in a five-tire rotation pattern, when possible. Re-fer to your vehicle owner’s manual for instructions on tire rotation.

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Monthly inspection for tire wear is recommended. Your tires should be rotated atthe first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the next recommendedrotation interval for your vehicle. This is true for all vehicles. When rotating tireswith a directional tread pattern, observe the arrows molded on the sidewallwhich show the direction the tire should turn. Care must be taken to maintainthe proper turning direction. As a general rule, whenever only two tires are re-placed, the new ones should be put on the rear.

CUSTOMIZATION OF TIRES, WHEELS, OR SUSPENSION ON SUVSAND LIGHT TRUCKS

Due to their size, weight and higher center of gravity, vehicles such as SUVs andlight trucks do not have the same handling characteristics as automobiles. Be-cause of these differing characteristics, failure to operate your SUV/truck in aproper and safe manner can increase the likelihood of vehicle rollover. Modifica-tions to your SUV/truck tire size, tire type, wheels or suspension can change itshandling characteristics and further increase the likelihood of vehicle rollover.Whether your SUV/truck has the original equipment configuration for tires,wheels and suspension or whether any of these items have been modified, alwaysdrive safely, avoid sudden, sharp turns or lane changes and obey all traffic laws.Failure to do so may result in loss of vehicle control leading to an accident andserious injury or death.

TIRE ALTERATIONS

Do not make or allow to be made any alterations on your tires. Alterations mayprevent proper performance, leading to tire damage which can result in an acci-dent. Tires which become unserviceable due to alterations such as truing, white-wall inlays, addition of balancing or sealant liquids, or the use of tire dressingcontaining petroleum distillates are excluded from warranty coverage.

REPAIRS - WHEREVER POSSIBLE, SEE YOUR TIRE RETAILER ATONCE

If any tire sustains a puncture, have the tire demounted and thoroughly in-spected by a tire retailer for possible damage that may have occurred. A treadarea puncture in any passenger or light truck tire can be repaired provided thatthe puncture hole is not more than 1/4� in diameter, not more than one radialcable per casing ply is damaged, and the tire has not been damaged further bythe puncturing object or by running underinflated. Tire punctures consistent withthese guidelines should only be repaired by following the Rubber ManufacturersAssociation (RMA) recommended repair procedures. Plug-only repairs done on-the-wheel are considered improper and therefore, not recommended. Such re-pairs are not reliable and may cause further damage to the tire.

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STORAGE

Tires contain waxes and emollients to protect their outer surfaces from ozone andweather checking. As the tire rolls and flexes, the waxes and emollients continuallymigrate to the surface, replenishing this protection throughout the normal use of thetire. Consequently, when tires sit unused for long periods of time (a month or more)their surfaces become dry and more susceptible to ozone and weather checking andthe casing becomes susceptible to flat spotting. For this reason, tires should al-

ways be stored in a cool, dry, clean, indoor environment. If storage is for one

month or more, eliminate the weight from the tires by raising the vehicle or

by removing the tires from the vehicle. Failure to store tires in accordance

with these instructions could result in damage to your tires or premature ag-

ing of the tires and sudden tire failure.

When tires are stored, be sure they are placed away from sources of heat and ozonesuch as direct sunlight, hot pipes and electric generators. Be sure that surfaces onwhich tires are stored are clean and free from grease, gasoline or other substances,which could deteriorate the rubber. Failure to store tires in accordance with theseinstructions could result in damage to your tires or premature aging of the tires andsudden tire failure.

If your vehicle is equipped with a full size spare tire the same size as the groundtires and matching wheel, include it in a five-tire rotation pattern, when possible.

FOLLOW THESE MOUNTING RECOMMENDATIONS

Tire changing can be dangerous and must be done by professionally

trained persons using proper tools and procedures as specified by the

Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA). Single or dual assemblies

must be completely deflated before demounting.

Your tires should be mounted on wheels of correct size and type and which arein good, clean condition. Wheels that are bent, chipped, rusted (steel wheels) orcorroded (alloy wheels) may cause tire damage. The inside of the tire must befree from foreign material. Have your retailer check the wheels before mountingnew tires. Mismatched tires and rims can explode during mounting. Also, mis-matched tires and rims can result in dangerous tire failure on the road. If a tireis 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 correct type installed. Tubeless tires must only be mounted on wheels

designed for tubeless tires i.e., wheels which have safety humps or ledges.

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It is recommended that you have your tires and wheels balanced. Tires andwheels, which are 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 against air loss.

TEMPORARY SPARE TIRES

When using any temporary spare tire, be sure to follow the vehicle manufactur-er’s instructions.

REMEMBER... TO AVOID DAMAGE TO YOUR TIRES AND POS-SIBLE ACCIDENT:• CHECK TIRE PRESSURE AT LEAST ONCE EACH MONTH WHEN TIRES

ARE COLD AND BEFORE LONG TRIPS.

• DO NOT UNDERINFLATE/OVERINFLATE.

• DO NOT OVERLOAD.

• DRIVE AT MODERATE SPEEDS, OBSERVE LEGAL LIMITS.

• AVOID DRIVING OVER POTHOLES, OBSTACLES, CURBS OR EDGES OFPAVEMENT.

• AVOID EXCESSIVE WHEEL SPINNING.

• IF YOU SEE ANY DAMAGE TO A TIRE, REPLACE WITH THE SPARE ANDVISIT ANY AUTHORIZED RETAILER AT ONCE.

• IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS. CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED RETAILER.

FAILURE TO OBSERVE ANY OF THE RECOMMENDED PRECAU-TIONS CONTAINED IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL CAN LEAD TO ER-RATIC VEHICLE BEHAVIOR AND/OR TIRE DAMAGE, POSSIBLYRESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT.

If you see any damage to your tires or wheels, contact your local autho-

rized tire retailer or Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealer.

Warning: For safety and good performance, you must take care of your

tires.

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