2002 Lexus GS 430 User Guide 1 - Page 71

MICHELIN TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY W A R R A N T Y difficult to avoid and have a greater chance of causing tire damage when a vehicle is driven at high speed. Moreover, driving at high speed reduces the reaction time available to avoid accidents and bring a vehicle to a safe stop. If you see any damage to a tire or wheel after driving at high speed, replace with a spare and see a Michelin tire retailer at once. Exceeding the maximum speed shown at right for each type of Michelin tire will cause the tire to build up excessive heat, which can cause damage that could result in sudden tire destruction and rapid air loss. This could lead to a loss of vehicle control. In any case, you should not exceed reasonable speed as indicated by driving conditions and legal limits. Speed Ratings Speed symbols are shown on the sidewall of some Michelin tires. The following table shows the maximum speed corresponding to each symbol. Speed-Rating Symbol Maximum Speed MPH KM/H 130 140 150 160 170 180 190 210 240 270 300 M N P Q R S T H V1 W Y 1 Some 81 87 93 99 106 112 118 130 149 168 186 ZR2 ZR2 V (or VR) rated tires have a speed capability greater than 149 mph (240 km/h). Consult Michelin for maximum speed rating if your vehicle's capability exceeds this speed. 2Z (or ZR) rated tires are designed for use on cars with maximum speed capability greater than 149 mph (240 km/h). W and Y speed ratings are sub-categories of Z. Consult Michelin for maximum speed capability. 71 Y o u r W a r r a n t i e s i n D e t a i l