2009 Mercury Mariner Tire Warranty 2nd Printing
2009 Mercury Mariner Manual
2009 Mercury Mariner manual content summary:
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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 20 24 28 34 43 47 52 - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 2
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New Vehicle Limited Warranty time in service and mileage coverge period, defective tires will be replaced on a pro rata adjustment basis according to the following mileage-based Reimbursement Schedule: MILES DRIVEN PERCENT OF PARTS COVERED BY FORD FOR FORD AND MERCURY PASSENGER CARS AND LIGHT TRUCKS - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 4
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 on the vehicle on which they were originally - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 5
warranted miles of service as indicated on the properly functioning vehicle odometer, they will be replaced with comparable new BFGoodrich tires for a pro rata charge based on the actual mileage received. See "How Replacement Charges are Calculated - Mileage Tires" later in this guide. You pay the - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 6
service record in the Scheduled Maintenance guide has been fully completed and signed; 3. The completed rotation service record, Original Owner/Tire Installation Information form, and new vehicle caused by mechanical irregularity in the vehicle such as wheel misalignment, (a measured tread difference - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 7
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 be replaced with a comparable new BFGoodrich brand tire based on - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 8
Dealers-Retail". Personal identification (i.e. Driver's License, Credit Card, etc.) and vehicle registration may be required. You pay any service charges for normal vehicle and tire maintenance. CONDITIONS AND EXCLUSIONS This limited warranty does not provide compensation for loss of time, loss of - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 9
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 have complete confidence in your new BFGoodrich tires. Still it to your tires or wheels, immediately contact your local - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 10
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 your vehicle on which they were originally installed according to - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 11
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 - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 12
a new Continental/General Tire brand Temporary Spare free of charge, including mounting and balancing. Owner pays all applicable taxes. After the first 1/32nd of an inch (0.8 mm) of treadwear, the Limited Warranty and Policy coverage expires, no adjustments will be made. 3. HOW A PRO RATA PRICE IS - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 13
mileage intervals. ș Damage due to: • Rim irregularities or rim damage • Snow chains • Vehicle mechanical problems, including brake problems and vehicle wheel service for longer than 72 months from date of purchase. Tire(s) on any vehicle the vehicle on which they were originally installed are not - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 14
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 - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 15
alignment, towing, road service, valve stems and tire repairs. Owner is responsible for maintaining proper tire air pressure and for proper maintenance of the tire. At the time of making a claim, owner is required to present the tire(s) and new vehicle registration form or new vehicle sales invoice - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 16
OR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: For the nearest Continental/General Tire brand tire dealer, consult 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 - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 17
of new Goodyear or Dunlop highway auto or light truck tires supplied as original equipment on your Ford Motor Company vehicle • Your tires bear Department of Transportation prescribed tire identification numbers • Your tires have been used only on the vehicle on which they were originally installed - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 18
replacement that are removed from service due to a covered warranty condition will be replaced with a comparable new Goodyear or Dunlop brand tire on CHARGES BE CALCULATED? Replacement price will be calculated by multiplying the tire's advertised retailer selling price at the time of adjustment - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 19
warranty is applicable only in the United States and Canada. WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY? This limited warranty new vehicle purchase, whichever occurs first, or tires submitted for ride disturbance due to damaged wheels or any vehicle condition of the vehicle, improper inflation, overloading - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 20
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 Inc. B. You must pay for taxes and any additional services you order at the time of adjustment. C. You must - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 21
it is essential to have tires, including spares, inspected regularly (at least monthly) for proper inflation pressure, damage and treadwear. FOR SERVICE ASSISTANCE OR INFORMATION • FIRST CONTACT THE NEAREST GOODYEAR or DUNLOP RETAILER • IF ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE IS REQUIRED: UNITED STATES: Call (800 - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 22
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 originally on the vehicle is free from defects in materials or workmanship in - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 23
with a new, comparable tire installation and inflate to 60 psi. The tire pressure should be checked monthly and maintained at 60 psi while stored or in service. Vehicle wheel. If such use is attempted, damage to these items or other vehicle components may occur. 2. WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THE WARRANTY - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 24
inconvenience, loss of use of the vehicle or consequential damage. G. Ride disturbance caused by damaged wheels or after free-replacement conditions. H. so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have the rights which - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 25
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 Free (877) 740-7000 www.hankooktireusa.com WEST REGIONAL OFFICE - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 26
FOR 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 - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 27
with a new, comparable tire installation and inflate to 60 psi. The tire pressure should be checked monthly and maintained at 60 psi while stored or in service. Vehicle wheel. If such use is attempted, damage to these items or other vehicle components may occur. 2. WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THE WARRANTY - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 28
inconvenience, loss of use of the vehicle or consequential damage. G. Ride disturbance caused by damaged wheels or after free-replacement conditions. H. so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have the rights which - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 29
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) 483-0284 Toll Free (800) 44(HI)-58646 - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 30
applies only to Maxxis brand radial tires installed as original equipment on new passenger cars and light trucks, and to Maxxis brand temporary spare tires included with new passenger cars and light trucks. The Maxxis brand tires to which this Limited Warranty applies are referred to in this Limited - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 31
of a defect covered under this Limited Warranty, regardless of the tread depth of the Tire. • Irregular treadwear resulting from improper wheel alignment, under or over inflation, tire abuse (such as spinning), improper mounting or dismounting, vehicle mechanical problems (such as faulty, worn or - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 32
Limited Warranty. • Maxxis is not responsible for loss of time, inconvenience, loss of use of vehicle, and/or costs of towing or new Vehicle (whichever comes first), the Tire will be promptly replaced with a comparable tire, without charge to you (Free Replacement). * If your warranty claim - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 33
configuration. If the same tire or a comparable new Maxxis tire is available, and you request a higher-priced tire as a replacement, the difference in price will be paid by you. Warranty Claim Procedure • You must present the Tire to a Vehicle Manufacturer Dealer or a Maxxis Dealer. • You must - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 34
booklet, vehicle placard in the Vehicle and/or the Vehicle Owner's Manual. Information • Never overload your tires. The maximum load capacity and maximum inflation pressure are molded into the sidewall during installation of the tire on the rim. Tire and rim must match in size. Rim parts must - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 35
to have your standard tire repaired or replaced. Contact Information Any time you see damage to your Tires or wheels, immediately contact a Vehicle Manufacturer Dealer or Maxxis Dealer. If further assistance is required, please contact: Maxxis International - U.S.A. 1-866-509-7067 Or write - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 36
whichever occurs first. The date of purchase is documented by a new vehicle registration or tire sales invoice. If no proof of purchase is available, the date and Materials Michelin passenger and light truck tires, used in normal service on the vehicle on which they were originally fitted - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 37
, 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 tire invoice - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 38
Service Record has been fully completed and signed; 3) The completed Service Record form, Original Owner/Tire Installation Information new vehicle registration or tire sales invoice. If no proof of purchase is available, coverage will be based on date of manufacture. At that time, all warranties, - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 39
Light Truck Tires A tire which becomes unserviceable due to a condition covered by this workmanship and materials limited warranty will be replaced with a comparable new the warranted miles of service, will be replaced with a comparable new Michelin tire based on mileage received. The participating - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 40
service on the vehicle in which it was originally installed, which becomes unserviceable due to a condition covered by this warranty, will be replaced with a comparable new actual selling price at the adjustment location. You pay the cost of mounting, balancing, and any other service charges and - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 41
of this booklet, the information on the sidewall of your tires, your vehicle owner's guide and vehicle tire information placard for essential safety and maintenance informaiton. You should have complete confidence in your new Michelin tires. Still, it's important to register your tires in the event - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 42
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 ( - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 43
of the Arbitral Body will be final and not subject to judicial review. All arbitrations will be conducted as document hearings. Each party shall 55405. CONTACT INFORMATION If you see any damage to your tires or wheels, contact your local participating Michelin tire retailer listed in the Yellow - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 44
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 42 - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 45
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 Pirelli replacement tire - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 46
A tire has delivered its original usable tread and its warranty ends when at least one of the treadwear indicators becomes visible regardless of age or mileage. To maintain proper vehicle dynamics and load carrying capacity, replacement tires must always have a Load Index and Speed Rating equal to - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 47
services (e.g., mounting, dismounting, balancing, tire rotation, or wheel alignment). Mileage warranty WARRANTY IF A ANOMALY IS FOUND TO EXIST IN A PIRELLI ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PASSENGER CAR or light truck RADIAL TIRE. ALL OTHER REMEDIES ARE EXCLUDED, INCLUDING ANY OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY ON THE PART - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 48
may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and Affairs Group 100 Pirelli Drive Rome, GA 30162-7000 1-800-747-3554 (1- vehicle as original equipment were tested and approved by the vehicle manufacturer and the tire manufacturer and take into account all aspects of the vehicle - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 49
and Light Truck Tires Uniroyal 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 the attached owner's manual, are covered by this warranty against - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 50
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 rapid wear caused by mechanical irregularity in the vehicle such as wheel misalignment (measured tread depth differences of 2/32nds of - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 51
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 service on the vehicle in which it was originally installed, which becomes - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 52
condition covered by this limited warranty, will be replaced with a comparable new UNIROYAL Temporary Spare tire, free of charge, when it is worn less than 1/32nd (0.8 mm) of an inch. The cost of mounting and balancing is included. You pay the cost of any other service charges and applicable taxes - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 53
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 your tires or wheels, immediately contact your local UNIROYAL tire retailer listed in - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 54
DISREGARDING ANY OF THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL MAY RESULT IN TIRE FAILURE OR EXPLOSION 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 - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 55
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 , do not engage in excessive wheel spin. Accelerating the motor excessively, particularly with automatic transmission vehicles, may cause a drive tire - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 56
wheel Failure to control a vehicle when one or more tires capacity greater than 149 mph (240 km/h). Consult your tire retailer for maximum speed rating if your vehicle operation of any vehicle in an unsafe or not imply that vehicles can be conditions or if the vehicle has unusual characteristics. - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 57
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 fitted, the vehicle's handling may be affected and the speed capability of the vehicle will be lowered to the maximum speed capability of the replacement - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 58
of two pounds or more, look for signs of penetration, valve leakage or wheel damage that may account for the air loss. A tire damaged by a and rocks or other objects can damage tires and cause misalignment of your vehicle. When driving on such roads, drive carefully and slowly, and before driving - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 59
exceed this rating. Follow the loading instructions of the manufacturer of your vehicle and this will ensure that your tires 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 - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 60
be necessary to rotate your tires. Refer to your vehicle owner's manual for instructions on tire rotation. Note: Your vehicle may be equipped with a dissimilar spare tire/wheel. A dissimilar spare tire/wheel is defined as a spare tire and/or wheel that is different in brand, size or appearance from - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 61
new ones should be put on the rear. CUSTOMIZATION OF TIRES, WHEELS, OR SUSPENSION ON SUVS AND LIGHT TRUCKS Due to their size, weight and higher center of gravity, vehicles such as SUVs and light trucks containing petroleum distillates are excluded from warranty coverage. REPAIRS - WHEREVER POSSIBLE, - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 62
recommended repair procedures. Plug-only repairs done on-the-wheel are considered improper and therefore, not recommended. Such repairs 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 - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 63
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 spare tire, be sure to follow the vehicle manufacturer's instructions. REMEMBER...TO AVOID DAMAGE TO YOUR TIRES AND - 2009 Mercury Mariner | Tire Warranty 2nd Printing - Page 64
THE RECOMMENDED PRECAUTIONS CONTAINED IN THIS 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 and Lincoln Mercury Dealer. Warning: For safety
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Tire Warranty Guide
Contents:
New Vehicle Limited Warranty
1
BFGoodrich
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2
Continental and General
8
Goodyear and Dunlop
15
Hankook
20
Kumho
24
Maxxis
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28
Michelin
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34
Pirelli
43
Uniroyal
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47
Tire Safety Information
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