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    Tire Warranty Guide Contents: New Vehicle Limited Warranty BFGoodrichா Continental and General Goodyear and Dunlop Hankook Kumho Maxxisா Michelinா Pirelli Uniroyalா Tire Safety Information 1 2 8 15 21 25 29 35 44 48 53
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    will find the manufacturer's tire warranty with the owner literature supplied with your vehicle or in this guide if it has been provided to Ford with a request to publish. You have the option of having a tire warranty repair performed by the tire manufacturer's authorized service center. If you go
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    specific tires that you own. Please also pay close attention to the Owner's Manual part of this booklet since it provides essential safety and maintenance information. WHAT IS COVERED AND FOR HOW LONG Workmanship and materials BFGoodrich௡ brand passenger and light truck tires, used in normal service
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    , road conditions, and vehicle and tire maintenance all play a part in the tread life of a tire. If a tire does not reach the warranted mileage, and the owner of the tires has complied with the terms and conditions of the warranty, BFGoodrich௡ brand will replace the tires as follows: If, within
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    tire retailer every 7,500 miles, and the rotation service record in the Scheduled Maintenance guide has been fully completed and signed; 3. The completed rotation service record, Original Owner/Tire same tire); • Accident, fire, chemical corrosion, tire alteration or vandalism; • Use in commercial
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    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 taxes. Mileage Tires A tire meeting the conditions for treadwear pro rata replacement will
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    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 limited warranty. This limited warranty applies only in the United States. CONSUMER RIGHTS This limited warranty gives you specific
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    Safety Information section in this guide, 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. Contact a participating BFGoodrich௡ tire retailer listed in your
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    to the original owner of new Continental/General Tire brand passenger car, light truck ("LT") and Temporary Spare tires that are the new vehicle original equipment tires bearing the Continental/General Tire brand name and D.O.T. Tire Identification Number, operated in normal service, and equipped on
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    Limited Warranty and Policy for a maximum of 72 months from the date of purchase determined by the new vehicle registration date or new vehicle sales invoice showing date of purchase. If an eligible Continental/General Tire brand passenger, light truck, or Temporary Spare tire used in normal service
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    (3) TEMPORARY SPARE TIRES A. BASIC COVERAGE Continental/General Tire brand Temporary Spare tires are covered by this Limited 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 service becomes unserviceable
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    as covered in the Basic Coverage of Section 2A in service for longer than 72 months from date of purchase. Tire(s) on any vehicle registered and normally operated outside the United States and Canada. For tires on vehicles normally operated outside the United States and Canada, see the nearest
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    . 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. In observance of U.S. Federal Law, this warranty and policy has been designated a "Limited Warranty". Continental Tire does not
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    -disposal fees where applicable and any parts or service regardless of mileage or months of service. This includes payment for tire rotation, alignment, towing, road service, valve stems and tire repairs. Owner is responsible for maintaining proper tire air pressure and for proper maintenance of the
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    the Yellow Pages or, if for any reason local service or information is not available, call Continental/General Tire brand toll-free Customer Relations number. In the United States, call: 1-800-847-3349. In Canada, call: 1-800-461-1776 or use the Continental or General brand Internet Address: www
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    the date of manufacture will be used to determine eligibility. ALL OTHER HIGHWAY AUTO OR LIGHT TRUCK TIRES Any new Goodyear or Dunlop highway auto or light truck tire, other than radial auto, radial light truck tires, removed from service due to a covered warranty condition during the first 1/32Љ of
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    tire at no charge, including mounting. PRORATED ADJUSTMENT Tires not eligible for free replacement that are removed from service due to a covered warranty tread remaining, you have used 50% and therefore must pay 50% of the advertised retail selling price of the comparable tire. In addition, you must
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    sidewall or tread configuration. If a higher priced tire is accepted as replacement, the difference in price will be at an additional charge to you. Any replacement tire provided pursuant to this warranty will be covered by the Goodyear or Dunlop warranty in effect at the time of replacement
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    passenger cars in special applications such as police pursuit service. • Goodyear Unisteel Commercial Radial Light Truck Tires • Loss of time, inconvenience, loss of vehicle use, incidental or consequential damages. • Tires supplied as Original Equipment are not eligible for any tread life warranty
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    LOSS OF GOODWILL OR REPUTATION, PUNITIVE OR OTHER DAMAGE, COST (INCLUDING FOR REPLACEMENT TRANSPORTATION), EXPENSE OR LOSS OF ANY KIND any additional services you order at the time of adjustment plus any additional service that may be unique to your application, e.g., Tire Pressure Monitoring System
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    It is not practical to accurately predict the service life of any specific tire in chronological time since service conditions vary widely. The serviceability of a tire over time is a function of the storage and service conditions (inflation pressure, load, speed, road hazard injury, etc.) to which
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    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 originally on the vehicle is free from defects in materials or workmanship in normal use
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    after installation and inflate to 60 psi. The tire pressure should be checked monthly and maintained at 60 psi while stored or in service. Vehicle Restriction - The T-type temporary spare tire was designed for your vehicle and should not be used on any other vehicle. Other Restrictions - The T-type
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    or dealer has the authority to make any warranty, representation, promise or agreement on behalf of Hankook Tire except as stated in this policy. B. Tires used in racing related activities or competitive events are not covered by this warranty. C. Limitation of remedy: to the extent permitted by
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    damage. We strongly recommend you read and follow all safety information contained in the tire safety information section Contained in this booklet, the placard in the vehicle or the Owner's Manual. HANKOOK U.S.A. CORPORATE HEADQUATERS 1450 Valley Road, Wayne, New Jersey 07470 (973) 633-9000 Toll
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    ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PASSENGER CAR AND LIGHT TRUCK TIRES (INCLUDING TEMPORARY TIRE) 1. WHAT IS COVERED AND FOR HOW LONG Kumho warrants that a tire manufactured by Kumho and equipped originally on the vehicle is covered by this warranty against defects in workmanship and materials in normal use for the
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    after installation and inflate to 60 psi. The tire pressure should be checked monthly and maintained at 60 psi while stored or in service. Vehicle Restriction - The T-type temporary spare tire was designed for your vehicle and should not be used on any other vehicle. Other Restrictions - The T-type
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    or dealer has the authority to make any warranty, representation, promise or agreement on behalf of Kumho Tire except as stated in this policy. B. Tires used in racing related activities or competitive events are not covered by this warranty. C. Limitation of remedy: to the extent permitted by
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    . We strongly recommend you read and follow all safety information contained in the tire safety information section Contained in this booklet, the placard in the vehicle or the Owner's Manual. KUMHO TIRE U.S.A. CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS 10299 6th Street, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 U.S.A. (909) 428-3342
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    or fitness for a particular purpose, is limited to the duration of this written Limited Warranty. Maxxis is not responsible for loss of time, inconvenience, loss of use of vehicle, and/or costs of towing or transportation, or any other consequential, incidental or indirect damages. Some States (or
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    • The Tire has been operated only under normal service conditions. • The Tire's owner resides in the United States or Canada. What Is Warranted and for How Long • Failures, defects, and malfunctions due to defective materials and/or defective workmanship. • Ride problems, vibration problems, and/or
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    fitness for a particular purpose, is limited to the duration of this written Limited Warranty. • Maxxis is not responsible for loss of time, inconvenience, loss of use of vehicle, and/or costs of towing or transportation, or any other consequential, incidental or indirect damages. • Some States (or
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    You are responsible for payment of labor costs of mounting and balancing and applicable taxes, charges for services that you request but that are not covered by this Limited Warranty, and any shipping expenses after the Free Replacement period. • A "comparable tire" may either be a new Maxxis brand
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    or the Vehicle Owner's Manual. Information regarding safety and maintenance also can be found on the sidewall of the Tire. Please also comply with the following: • Check air pressure every month when tires are "cold." Use an accurate tire air pressure gauge. Do not reduce pressure when tires are hot
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    weighs less than a conventional radial tire. The temporary tire should be used only in emergencies and returned to the trunk as soon as it is convenient to have your standard tire repaired or replaced. Contact Information Any time you see damage to your Tires or wheels, immediately contact a Vehicle
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    Workmanship and Materials Michelin௡ passenger and light truck tires, used in normal service on the vehicle on which they were originally fitted and in accordance with the maintenance recommendations and safety warnings contained in this warranty guide and your vehicle's owner guide, are covered by
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    , road conditions, and vehicle maintenance all play a part in the tread life of a tire. If a tire does not reach the warranted mileage, and the owner of the tires has complied with the terms and conditions of the warranty, Michelin௡ will replace the tires as follows. If, as indicated by your new
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    tread difference of 2/32nds of an inch (1.6 mm) or more across the tread on the same tire); • Accident, fire, chemical corrosion, tire alteration, or vandalism; • Use in commercial applications for treadwear; by this warranty for 6 years; • Flat spotting caused by improper storage or brakelock; 37
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    of service, will be replaced with a comparable new Michelin௡ tire based on mileage received. The participating Michelin௡ tire retailer will determine the charge by multiplying the percent of mileage received by the current actual selling price at the adjustment location or the price of the tire in
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    intended to fairly represent the actual selling price of the the tire. You pay the cost of the mounting, balancing and any other dealer services and applicable taxes. Temporary Spares A Michelin௡ Temporary Spare used in temporary service on the vehicle in which it was originally installed, which
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    RIGHTS This warranty gives the user specific legal rights, and the user may also have other rights which vary from state to state. SAFETY MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Read the tire safety portion of this booklet, the information on the sidewall of your tires, your vehicle owner's guide and vehicle
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    arising out of or in connection with this limited warranty or the marketing, sale or performance of the purchased product in court, but such arbitrations, a successor organization thereto or such other private arbitration service as you and Michelin North America, Inc. shall mutually agree (
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    not subject to judicial review. All arbitrations will be conducted as document hearings. Each party shall bear its own costs arising from and associated INFORMATION If you see any damage to your tires or wheels, contact your local participating Michelin௡ tire retailer listed in the Yellow Pages, or
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    IN CANADA 1-888-871-4444 or write: Michelin North America (Canada) Inc. 3020 Jacques-Bureau Avenue Laval, Quebec H7P 6G2 or email: www.michelin.ca 43
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    first. The owner must pay for any associated service charges, including mounting and balancing of the tire in both of the aforementioned cases. After the initial warranty period, if a Pirelli tire becomes unserviceable due to workmanship or material anomalies, the owner must pay the cost for a new
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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
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    /retailer services (e.g., mounting, dismounting, balancing, tire rotation, or wheel alignment). Mileage warranty is not applicable to tires fitted as Original Equipment. • Tires removed in pairs or sets where no abnormality exists in multiple tires How to Make A Claim Under This Warranty The owner
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    , so the above exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, which vary operation. Changes in the tire size, type or construction should not be made without seeking advice from the vehicle or tire manufacturer since unapproved tires
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    read and understand the safety and maintenance recommendations for your tires contained in this Tire Warranty Guide. WHAT IS COVERED AND FOR HOW LONG Passenger and Light Truck Tires Uniroyal௡ Passenger and Light Truck tires, used in normal service on the vehicle on which they were originally fitted
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    worn off. At that time, all warranties, express or implied expire. Date of purchase is documented by new vehicle registration or tire sales invoice. If no proof of purchase is more on the same tire); - Accident, fire, chemical corrosion, tire alteration or vandalism; - Flat spotting caused by improper
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    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 adjustment price for the new tire". UNIROYALா Temporary Spare Tires A UNIROYAL௡ Temporary Spare used in temporary
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    actual selling price 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 present your tire(s) to a participating
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    SAFETY MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Read the Tire Owner's Manual portion of this booklet, the information on the sidewall of your tires, your vehicle owner's manual, and the vehicle tire information placard for essential safety and maintenance information. CONTACT INFORMATION Any time you see damage to
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    supplied as original equipment, refer to the tire decal on the vehicle (check vehicle and/or vehicle owner's manual for decal location) for the recommended operating pressures. For replacement tires, the correct inflation pressure will be provided by your tire retailer; if not, refer to the vehicle
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    beyond its speed capability. This is also true when balancing a drive tire/wheel assembly on the vehicle using the vehicle engine to spin the tire/wheel assembly. HIGH SPEED DRIVING CAN BE DANGEROUS Correct inflation pressure is especially important. However, at high speeds, even with the correct
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    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 vehicle capability exceeds this speed. **Z (or ZR) rated tires are designed to use on cars with maximum speed capabilities in excess of
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    manufacturer's ratings. IMPORTANT: In order to maintain the speed capability of the vehicle, replacement tires must have speed ratings equal to or higher than those fitted as original equipment (as indicated on the vehicle tire placard or owner's manual). If tires with lower speed ratings are
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    tire retailer. INSPECTION When inspecting your tires, including the spare, check the air pressures. If the pressure check indicates that one of your tires has lost pressure the tire must be inspected by a tire retailer at once. Use of a damaged tire could result in tire destruction. All tires will
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    cold inflation pressure or tire load rating be exceeded. Check the tire decal and the owner's manual supplied by the manufacturer of your vehicle for further recommendations on trailer towing. WHEEL ALIGNMENT AND BALANCING ARE IMPORTANT FOR SAFETY AND MAXIMUM MILEAGE FROM YOUR TIRES. CHECK HOW
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    on it. It is recommended that winter tires be applied to all four wheel positions. Failure to do so may negatively affect vehicle handling. TIRE ROTATION To obtain maximum tire wear, it may be necessary to rotate your tires. Refer to your vehicle owner's manual for instructions on tire rotation. 59
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    in brand, size or appearance from the road tires and wheels. If you have a dissimilar spare tire/wheel it is intended for temporary use only and should not be used in a tire rotation. Note: After having your tires rotated, inflation pressure must be checked and adjusted to the vehicle requirements
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    use of the tire. Consequently, when tires sit 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 aging of the tires and sudden tire failure. When tires
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    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 manufacturer's instructions. 62
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    YOUR TIRES AND POSSIBLE ACCIDENT: • CHECK TIRE PRESSURE AT LEAST ONCE EACH MONTH WHEN TIRES ARE OWNER'S MANUAL CAN LEAD TO ERRATIC VEHICLE BEHAVIOR AND/OR TIRE DAMAGE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT. If you see any damage to your tires or wheels, contact your local authorized tire retailer or Ford
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Tire Warranty Guide
Contents:
New Vehicle Limited Warranty
1
BFGoodrich
°
2
Continental and General
8
Goodyear and Dunlop
15
Hankook
21
Kumho
25
Maxxis
°
29
Michelin
°
35
Pirelli
44
Uniroyal
°
48
Tire Safety Information
53