2002 Lexus GS 430 User Guide 1 - Page 59

DUNLOP TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY W A R R A N T Y or air loss always require tire removal and expert inspection. Never perform a temporary repair or use an inner tube as a substitute for a proper repair. Only qualified persons should repair tires. A proper tire repair: ⅷ ⅷ ⅷ ⅷ ⅷ ⅷ Must be made between the tread shoulders to a straight-through puncture of 3/16" diameter or less that has no run-low, run-flat, cutting, cracking, separation or other damage. Must fill the injury. (Example: vulcanized rubber plug or patch-plug combination.) Must seal the inner liner. (Example: cemented patch or patch-plug combination.) Must be done from the inside of the tire. (This also ensures that the damaged tire is thoroughly inspected for secondary damage to the inner liner and plies.) ⅷ Must conform to the repair-kit manufacturer's instructions. ("String" or fabric-based plugs are not recommended.) Must not be injected or inserted from the outside of the mounted tire. Must not employ a tube or sealant. Note: Dunlop does not warrant any inspection or repair process. The repair is entirely the responsibility of the repairer. Do not exceed posted speed limits on repaired tire. Speed ratings are voided if tires are repaired. Don't Attempt to Mount Your Own Tires Safety warning: Serious injury may result from explosion of tire/rim assembly due to improper mounting procedures. Follow tire manufacturer's instructions and match tire diameter to rim diameter. Mount light-truck radials on rims approved for radial service. Do not apply bead sealer, as this can inhibit 59 Y o u r W a r r a n t i e s i n D e t a i l