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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)
BFGOODRICH TIRES
Check

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

“Bleeding”
air
from
hot
tires
could
result
in
underinflation.
Use
an

accurate
tire
gauge
to
check
pressures.
Never
allow
children
to
inflate

or
deflate
tires.
TIREPRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM(TPMS):
Your
vehicle
may
be
equipped
with
a
Ti re
Pressure
Monitoring
System

(TPMS)
that
is
designed
to
monitor
the
pressure
of
tires
mounted
on
your

vehicle
and
sends
a
signal
to
the
driver
if
a
tire
pressure
falls
below
a

predetermined
level.
A
TPMS
should
not
replace
monthly
manual

pressure
checks
for
all
four
(4)
tires
and
the
spar
e.
We
recommend
that

you
manually
monitor
and
check
tire
pressure
inflation
with
a
pressure

gauge.
Your
tires
should
have
the
recommended
pressure
listed
by
your

vehicle’s
manufacturer.
This
information
can
be
found
in
the
vehicle

owner ’s
manual
and
often
on
a
placard
located
in
the
vehicle’s
door

jamb,
inside
the
fuel
hatch,
or
on
the
glove
compartment
door.
If
you

have


a
plus
size
fitment
that
requires
a
higher
inflation
pressure,
your
tire

pressure
monitoring
system
will
require
re-calibration
to
the
new
infla-
tion
pressure.
Refer
to
your
tire
dealer/installer
of
plus
size
tires
for

proper
inflation
pressur

e.
We
recommend
checking
air
pressure
once
each
month,
and
before
a
long

trip.
Whether
you
have
a
full-sized
or
mini-spare,
make
sure
that
it
is

properly
inflated
as
well.
If
the
TPMS
generates
improper
monitoring
or

signals
we
recommend
that
you
consult
your
owner ’s
manual
provided

with
your
vehicle
and
follow-up
with
your
vehicle’s
manufacturer.
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While
All-Season
tires
are
designed
to
provide
reliable

performance
in
some
inter
conditions,
the
use
of
four

(4)
inter
tires
is
recommended
for
optimum
perfor-
mance.
Tires
designated
for
use
in
severe
inter
condi-
tions
are
marked
on
at
least
one
sidewall
with
the
letter
“M” and “S” plus a pictograph of a mountain with a snowflake on it.
TIRE ROTATION AND REPLACEMENT
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. If you do
not have an owner‘s manual for your vehicle, BFGoodrich® recommends
rotating your tires every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (10,000 to 12,000 km).
Monthly inspection for tire wear is recommended. Your tires should be
rotated at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 6,000
miles (10,000 km). This is true for all vehicles.
When rotating tires with a directional tread pattern, observe the arrows
molded on the sidewall which show the direction the tire should turn.
Care must be taken to maintain the proper turning direction.
Some Tire Pressure Monitoring systems (TPMS) may not recognize that a
tire has been moved to a different position on your vehicle. Make certain
that your TPMS system is reset, if necessary, so as to correctly identify the
location of each tire on your vehicle. Refer to your vehicle owner ’s
manual or your vehicle dealer.
Determine whether rotated tires require tire inflation adjustment as front
and rear position tire pressure may vary according to the vehicle manufac-
turer ’s specification due to the actual load on that wheel position. Some
vehicles may have different sized tires mounted on the front and rear axles,
and these different sized tires have rotation restrictions. Always check the
vehicle owner ’s manual for the proper rotation recommendations.
BFGOODRICH TIRES
BFGOODRICH®
DOES
NOT
RECOMMEND
MIXING
SELF
SUPPORT-
ING
STRUCTURE
(SSS)
TIRES
WITH
NON-SSS
TIRES
OTHER
THAN

THE
TEMPORARY
USE
OF
THE
SPARE
TIRE.
WINTER DRIVING
Ti re s
which
meet
the
Rubber
manufactures
Association
(RMA)
definition

of
snow
tires
are
marked
M/S,
M&S.
On
such
tires,
this
designation
is

molded
into
the
sidewall.
Tires
without
this
notation
are
not
recom-
mended
for
inter
driving.
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If your spare is the same size, load rating, and type of tire as your road
tires, it should be included in the tire rotation process. For vehicles with
a “full-size” spare, the following rotation patterns may be used:
NOTE:
•Never include a “temporary use” spare tire in the rotation.
• Tires with directional tread patterns must be rotated so the direction of
revolution does not change; this may require demounting/mounting
the tires.
• Special attention should be given if your vehicle is equipped with a
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). Rotation of your tires may
affect the system; consult your vehicle owner ’s manual or a qualified
tire service professional.
• Some vehicles may have different size tires/wheels on front and rear
which would restrict rotation. Always check and follow the vehicle
manufacturer ’s rotation recommendation.
• To use a full-size spare in the rotation pattern on vehicles with dual
rear wheels, consult your vehicle owner ’s manual for the recom-
mended procedures or consult the vehicle manufacturer.
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RFT TIRES WITH RUN-FLAT TECHNOLOGY
If your vehicle is equipped with
Bridgestone or Firestone brand RFT
tires, this chapter presents specific
maintenance and safety issues asso-
ciated with these tires that are in addition to those covered elsewhere in
this manual.
What is RFT? Run-Flat Technology tires are extraordinary tires that
utilize specially designed components to temporarily support your
vehicle in the event of inflation pressure loss, such as from a puncture.
This gives you the ability to drive to a convenient and safe location to
change your tire (if equipped with a spare) or have it inspected for
possible repair or replacement.
Naturally, certain run-flat and low pressure operating limitations apply,
which varies according to the specific self-supporting tire design. Like all
tires, during normal operation, they must be properly inflated and
maintained. Regardless of the design or quality, no tire is indestructible.
RFT—How to Identify: Bridgestone and Firestone brand tires are
marked on the sidewalls, near the wheel, with the RFT logo (shown
above).
RFT INFLATION PRESSURE
Like other tires, RFT tires need proper inflation pressure maintenance for
safe operation and to achieve the maximum tire life and performance.
Check inflation pressures monthly and before long trips or carrying extra
weight. Use an accurate tire gauge and check pressures when the tires are
cold. Follow the vehicle manufacturer ’s recommendation for inflation
pressure settings as indicated on the vehicle tire information placard
and/or in the vehicle owner ’s manual. Do not forget the spare, if
applicable. See “Tire Inflation Pressure” in this manual.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)
A functioning tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) must be used with
your RFT tires. Because these tires ride so well even without inflation
pressure, the TPMS may be necessary to alert you of an inflation pressure
loss condition. When alerted, follow the instructions in your vehicle
owner ’s manual and see “Run-Flat or Low Tire Pressure Operation,” the
following section in this manual.
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The vehicle or TPMS manufacturer may advise checking the TPMS
regularly to confirm it is in working order. In addition, a new pressure
sensor, certain components, or reprogramming may be necessary when a
tire is serviced. Consult your vehicle owner ’s manual, vehicle manufac-
turer, or a Bridgestone Firestone Run-Flat Certified Retailer for questions
regarding TPMS operation and service.
RUN-FLAT OR LOW TIRE PRESSURE OPERATION
WARNING!
Serious personal injury or death may result from a tire failure or
accident due to improper run-flat or low tire pressure operation.
Read and follow the instructions below, and the other maintenance
and safety recommendations elsewhere in this manual.
General Instructions
The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) required in your vehicle
may have different methods of alerting you when your tire has lost
inflation pressure. The international standard for the definition of run-flat
operation is pressure at or below 10 psi (70 kPa); however, some vehicle
manufacturers may have established a different pressure limit. Consult
your vehicle owner ’s manual for the details of your TPMS. Once the
TPMS has indicated that a tire has reduced inflation pressure, the run-flat
mode of operation has commenced. During this phase of operation,
please follow these instructions:
• Reduce speed as much as safely and reasonably possible; do not
exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).The greater the speed, the less distance the
tire can travel.
• Avoid abrupt or aggressive acceleration, braking, or cornering ma-
neuvers as much as safely and reasonably possible. Pot holes and
other road hazards should be avoided. Careful driving limits potential
damage to the tire, wheel, and vehicle.
• Proceed to a safe and convenient location for tire service as soon as
possible. Take note of your mileage; your operation distance is limited.
See Distance—How Far You Can Drive,” the next section in this
manual.
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SPECIAL SERVICE AND REPAIR ISSUES
Run-Flat Certified Retailers
Because of the advanced technology and design of RFT tires and the
required tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS), Bridgestone Firestone
Run-Flat Certified Retailers are specially trained to sell and service RFT
tires.
Run-Flat Certified Retailers have the necessary equipment and are
specially trained to properly mount and demount RFT tires and to handle
TPMS devices.Conventional mounting equipment may irreparably
damage RFT tires and an improper repair is unsafe and will void the
Limited Warranty. Accordingly, it is important to go to a Bridgestone
Firestone Run-Flat Certified Retailer for tire maintenance and replace-
ment.
Call toll-free 1-877-BFS-4RFT or, 877-237-4738 or visit
www.bridgestonetire.comto locate the nearest Bridgestone Firestone
Run-Flat Certified Retailer.
Inspection after Run-Flat or Low Pressure Operation
Following run-flat or low tire pressure operation, or in the event of any
other tire damage or unusual condition, it is very important to obtain a
proper and complete tire evaluation as soon as possible.
Rotation
Follow the vehicle manufacturer ’s recommendations, or rotate every
5,000 miles per the recommendations in this manual (see “Radial Tire
Rotation”). In some cases, TPMS devices require reprogramming with
each tire rotation.
RFT Tire Replacement
Do not replace or mix RFT tires with conventional tires, unless on an
emergency/temporary basis. Conventional tires do not have run-flat
capability and the handling characteristics of the vehicle with these tires
may be different. If a conventional tire is used on an emergency/
temporary basis, verify that its size, load capacity, inflation pressure, and
speed rating specifications meet the requirements of the vehicle. Replace
any conventional tire with the proper RFT tire as soon as possible.
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CHECKING YOUR TIRE’S AIR PRESSURE
Checking your air pressure at least once a month is vital to help your tires
perform properly and help you get the best gas mileage possible. Tires
can lose up to 7 kPa (1 psi) per month under normal conditions and lose
up to 7 kPa (1 PSI) per every 9°C (16°F) drop in temperature. Here are
some simple steps on how to check the air pressures in your tires:
1. Remove the valve stem cap.
2. Place the end of the tire gauge firmly against the tire’s valve stem.
3. Read the current pressure displayed on the gauge that is currently inthe tire.
4. Increase pressure at this time (if needed) and recheck with your tire gauge.
5. Replace the valve stem cap.
6. Repeat until all of your tires have been checked and adjusted accordingly.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)
A tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) is a safety system
found in most vehicles manufactured after 2005. There are
pressure sensing transmitters mounted inside of each tire that
sends readings to the central computer (ECU) in your vehicle.
The TPMS system will alert you when one or more of your tires
are underinflated by 25% or more by turning on a warning light on your
vehicle’s dashboard or heads up display (HUD) screen. This means that
one or more of your tires may have a low-pressure condition. Follow the
instructions in your owner ’s manual.
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MICHELIN
Even
a
MICHELIN®
PAX®
System
Ti re
or
Self-Supporting
Zero
Pressure

(ZP)
tire
can
build
up
excessive
heat
when
run
underinflated
for
an

extended
period
of
time.
The
length
of
time
and
distance
a
PA X
System

Tire/Self-Supporting
Zero
Pressure
(ZP)
tire
will
perform
at
low
or
zero

air
pressure
will
depend
upon
the
severity
of
the
event
causing
air
loss,

ambient
temperature,
speed
at
which


the
tire
is
operated,
and
the

conditions
under
which
the
tire
is
operated
(i.e.
hard
braking,
cornering

and
other
sharp
maneuvers
will
greatly
reduce
the
length
of
time
the
tire

can
perform
at
low
or
zero
air
pressure.)
Continuous
use
of
an
underin-
flated
tire
may
lead
to


sudden
tire
destruction.
If
a
tire
at
low
or
zero

pressure
begins
to
vibrate
or
cause
difficulty
in
vehicle
handling,
remove

the
tire
immediately
and
replace
with
the
temporary
spare.
If
Michelin®

PA X
System
Tire/Self-Supporting
Zero
Pressure
(ZP)
tires
are
supplied
as

original
equipment,
refer
to
the
vehicle


owner ’s
manual
for
complete

details
on
the
low
tire
pressure
warning
system
designed
to
alert
you
in

the
event
of
a
low
pressure
condition.
NOTE:

MICHELIN®
SELF-SUPPORTING
ZERO
PRESSURE
(ZP)
TIRES

ARE
TO
BE
USED
ONLY
IN
CONJUNCTION
WITH
AN
OPERA-
TIONAL,
MICHELIN®
APPROVED,
LOW
TIRE
PRESSURE
WARNING

SYSTEM.
Otherwise,
all


provisions
of
the
limited
warranty
are
void.
For

a
list
of
approved
systems,
see
your
participating
Michelin®
tire
retailer,

or
call
toll
free:1-800-847-3435
NOTE:

Some
MICHELIN®
Self-Supporting
Zero
Pressure
(ZP)
tires
can
only
be

mounted
on
special
SH-M
(Symmetric
Hump
-
Modified)
wheels.
These

tires
bear
the
special
SH-M
designation,
molded
into
the
sidewall
of
the

tire,
next
to
the
ZP
designation.
DO
NOT
MOUNT
A
TIRE
WITH
THE

SH-M
DESIGNATION
ON
THE
SIDEW

ALL
ON
A
STANDARD

WHEEL.
DOING
SO
VOIDS
THIS
LIMITED
WARRANTY
AND
COULD

CAUSE
THE
TIRE
TO
BECOME
UNSERVICEABLE
AT
LOW
OR
ZERO

PRESSURE,
RESULTING
IN
SERIOUS
PERSONAL


INJURY
OR
DEATH.
NOTE:

MICHELIN®
PAX®
SYSTEM
TIRES
ARE
TO
BE
USED
ONLY
IN

CONJUNCTION
WITH
AN
OPERATIONAL,
TIRE
PRESSURE

MONITORING
SYSTEM
(TPMS),
APPROVED
BY
THE
VEHICLE

MANUFACTURER
FOR
USE
WITH
THE
PA X
SYSTEM.
Otherwise,
all

provisions
of
the
limited
warranty
are
void.
For
a
list
of
approved

systems,
see
your
authorized
PA X
System
retailer,
or


call
toll
free:

1-877-PAX
TIRE
or
1-877-729-8473
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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 underinflation. Use an
accurate tire gauge to check pressures. Never allow children to inflate
or deflate tires.
FOR MICHELIN® PAX® SYSTEM TIRES/SELF-SUPPORTING ZERO
PRESSURE (ZP) TIRES CHECK INFLATION PRESSURES AS SOON
AS POSSIBLE FOLLOWING A LOW PRESSURE WARNING
The PAX® System requires a functioning, correctly calibrated on-board
vehicle tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) to monitor the air
pressure and alert the driver when a low pressure event occurs. Be
certain to ensure that your vehicle’s Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) is functioning and is correctly calibrated. Refer to your vehicle
owner ’s manual or your vehicle dealer.
Low pressure warning systems are designed to alert the driver to a low
air pressure situation in at least one tire on the vehicle. While your ZP
tires are designed to provide continued mobility in the event of an air
loss, the sooner you respond to a warning and take corrective action, the
greater the likelihood that the tire can be returned to service.
Always visually inspect your MICHELIN® PAX® System tire and
self-supporting tires and use a pressure gauge to check the air pressure
in all 4 tires following any low pressure warning. (Unless advised to do
otherwise by the manufacturer of your low pressure warning system.)
If the tire pressure is at or below 18 PSI, proceed to the nearest
Authorized PAX System Retailer for PAX tires or a participating Michelin
tire retailer for ZP tires (or a representative of your vehicle manufacturer
if advised to do so in your vehicle owner ’s manual) and have the tire
demounted and thoroughly inspected for possible internal damage.
If you are unable to see any damage to the tire, and the tire pressure is
more than 18 PSI, reinflate your tire to the proper air pressure. (See
instructions for checking pressures when tires are hot.) When tires
have cooled, check air pressure again. If any tire has lost more than
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5 PSI from the previous pressure check, have the tire inspected at once
by an authorized PAX System Retailer for PAX tires or a participating
Michelin tire retailer (or representative of your vehicle manufacturer if
your vehicle owner ’s manual so advises.) Failure to do so may cause
irreparable damage to the tire and result in sudden tire destruction and
personal injury.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEMS (TPMS):
Your vehicle may be equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) that is designed to monitor the pressure of tires mounted on your
vehicle and sends a signal to the driver if a tire pressure falls below a
predetermined level. A TPMS should not replace monthly manual
pressure checks for all four (4) tires and the spare. We recommend that
you manually monitor and check tire pressure inflation with a pressure
gauge. Your tires should have the recommended pressure listed by your
vehicle’s manufacturer. This information can be found in the vehicle
owner ’s manual and often on a placard located in the vehicle’s door
jamb, inside the fuel hatch, or on the glove compartment door. If you
have a plus size fitment that requires a higher inflation pressure, your tire
pressure monitoring system will require re-calibration to new inflation
pressure. Refer to your tire dealer/installer of plus size tires for proper
inflation pressure.
We recommend checking air pressure once each month, and before a long
trip. Whether you have a full-sized or mini-spare, make sure that it is
properly inflated as well. If the TPMS generates improper monitoring or
signals we recommend that you consult your owner ’s manual provided
with your vehicle and follow-up with your vehicle’s manufacturer.
TIRE SPINNING
Do not spin wheels in excess of 35 mph (55 km/h) as indicated on the
speedometer. 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 to cause serious physical injury or death. Never
allow anyone to stand near or behind the spinning tire.
When in mud, sand, snow, ice or other slippery conditions, do not engage
in excessive wheel spin. Accelerating the motor excessively, particularly
with automatic transmission vehicles, may cause a drive tire that has lost
traction to spin 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.
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