flat tire CHRYSLER PACIFICA 2020 Vehicle Warranty

BFGOODRICHTIRES
SPEED RATINGS
Speed
Symbols
are
shown
on
the
sidewall
of
some
BFGoodrich
tires.
The

following
table
shows
the
maximum
speed
corresponding
to
the
symbol.
*Some
V
(or
VR)
rated
tires
may
have
a
speed
capacity
greater
than

149
mph
(240
km/h).
Consult
your
participating
BFGoodrich®
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
149
mph
(240
km/h).
(W
and
Y
speed
ratings
are
sub-categories
of
Z).
Consult
your
BFGoodrich
tire
retailer
for
maximum
speed
capabilities.
Although
a
tire
may
be
speed-rated,
we
do
not
endorse
the
operation
of

any
vehicle
in
an
unsafe
or
unlawful
manner.
Speed
ratings
are


based
on

laboratory
tests
which
relate
to
performance
on
the
road,
but
are
not

applicable
if
tires
are
underinflated,
overloaded,
worn
out,
damaged,

altered,
improperly
repaired,
or
retreaded.
Furthermore,
a
tire’s
speed

rating
does
not
imply
that
vehicles
can
be
safely
driven
at
the
maximum

speed
for
which
the
tire
is
rated,
particularly
under


adverse
road
and

weather
conditions
or
if
the
vehicle
has
unusual
characteristics.
BFGoodrich
highway
passenger
tires
that
do
not
have
a
speed
symbol
on

the
sidewall
have
a
maximum
speed
rating
of
105
mph
(170
kph).
Light

truck
highway
tires
that


do
not
have
a
speed
symbol
on
the
sidewall
of

the
tire
have
a
maximum
speed
rating
of
87
mph
(140
kph).
The
speed
and
other
ratings
of
retreaded
tires
are
assigned
by
the

retreader
and
replace
the
original
manufacturer ’s
ratings.
NOTE:

In
order
to
maintain
the
speed
capability
of
the
vehicle,
replace-ment

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
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
tires
as

indicated
in
the
following
table.
34

REMEMBER.... High speed driving can be dangerous and may damage
your tires.AND.... When driving at highway speeds, correct inflation
pressure is especially important.
INSPECT YOUR TIRES, DO NOT DRIVE ON A DAMAGED TIRE
OR WHEEL
HAZARDS
Objects in the road, such as potholes, glass, metal, rocks, wood, debris
and the like, can damage a tire and should be safely avoided. Unavoid-
able contact with such objects should prompt a thorough tire inspection.
BFGOODRICH TIRES
35

BFGOODRICHTIRES
Anytime
you
see
any
damage
to
your
tires
or
wheels,
replace
with
the

spare
at
once
and
immediately
visit
any
BFGoodrich®
tire
retailer.
IMPACT DAMAGE
A
tire
impacted
by
a
road
hazard
(curb,
pothole,
debris)
may
be
damaged

but
not
have
visible
signs
of
damage
on
its
surface.
A
tire
damaged
by
an

impact
may
sustain
a
sudden
failure
a
day,
week,
or
even
months
later.

Yo u
may
not
recall
hitting
an
object
that
damaged
or
injured
your
tires.

Air
loss,


unusual
tire
wear,
localized
wear
or
vibrations
can
also
be
signs

of
internal
tire
damage.
If
you
suspect
any
damage
to
your
tire
or
wheel
from
an
impact
with
a

curb,
pothole,
debris
on
the
road
or
any
other
road
hazard,
or
if
you
feel

or
hear
any
unusual
vibration,
replace
with
a
properly
inflated
spare
at

once
and
immediately
visit
any
qualified
tire
technician.
INSPECTION
When
inspecting
your
tires,
including
the
spar e,


check
the
air
pressures.

If
the
pressure
check
indicates
that
one
of
your
tires
has
lost
pressure
of

two
pounds
or
more,
look
for
signs
of
penetration,
valve
leakage
or
wheel

damage
that
may
account
for
the
air
loss.
Always
look
for
bulges,
cracks,
cuts,
penetrations
and
abnormal
tire

wear,
particularly
on
the
edges


of
the
tire
tread,
which
may
be
caused

by
misalignment
or
underinflation.
If
any
such
All
tires
will
wear
out
faster
when
subjected
to
high
speeds
as
well
as

hard
cornering,
rapid
starts,
sudden


stops,
frequent
driving
on
roads

which
are
in
poor
condition,
and
off
road
use.
Roads
with
holes
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


again
at
normal
or
highway
speeds,
examine
your
tires
for
any

damage,
such
as
cuts,
bulges,
penetrations,
unusual
wear
patterns,
etc.
WEARBARS
BFGoodrich®
tires
contain
“Wear
Bars”
in
the
grooves
of
the
tire
tread

which
show
up
when
only
2/32
nds
of
an
inch
(1.6
mm)
of
tread
is

remaining.
At
this
stage,
your
tires
must
be
replaced.
Ti re s
worn
beyond

this
stage
are
extremely
dangerous.
DO
NOT
OVERLOAD
-
DRIVING
ON
ANY
OVERLOADED
TIRE
IS

DANGEROUS
36

The maximum load rating of your tires is molded on the tire sidewall. Do
not exceed this rating. Follow the loading instructions of the manufac-
turer of your vehicle and this will ensure that your tires are not
overloaded. Tires which are loaded beyond their maximum allowable
loads for the particular application will build up excessive heat that may
result in sudden tire destruction.
Do not exceed the gross axle weight rating for any axle on your vehicle.
TRAILER TOWING
If you anticipate towing a trailer, you should visit any BFGoodrich® tire
retailer for advice concerning the correct size tire and pressures. Tire size
and pressures will depend upon the type and size of trailer and hitch
utilized, but in no case must the maximum 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 recommenda-
tions on trailer towing.
WHEEL ALIGNMENT AND BALANCING ARE IMPORTANT FOR
SAFETY AND MAXIMUM MILEAGE FROM YOUR TIRES CHECK
HOW YOUR TIRES ARE WEARING AT LEAST ONCE EACH
MONTH
If your tires are wearing unevenly, such as the inside shoulder of the tire
wearing faster than the rest of the tread, or if you detect excessive
vibration, your vehicle may be out of alignment or balance. These
conditions not only shorten the life of your tires but adversely affect the
handling characteristics of your vehicle, which could be dangerous. If
you detect irregular wear or vibration, have your alignment and balance
checked immediately. Tires which have been run underinflated will show
more wear on the shoulders than in the center of the tread.
TIRE MIXING
BFGoodrich® tires are radial tires and for best performance it is recom-
mended that the same size and type of tire be used on all four wheel
positions. Before mixing tires of different types in any configuration on
any vehicle, be sure to check the vehicle manufacturer ’s Owner‘s Manual
for its recommendations.
It is especially important to check the vehicle manufacturer ’s owner ’s
manual when mixing, matching or replacing tires on 4-wheel drive
vehicles, as this may require special precautions.
BFGOODRICH TIRES
37

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.
38

BFGOODRICH TIRES
FULL-SIZESPARE
Full-size
spare
tires
(not
temporary
spares)
of
the
same
size
and
construc-
tion
should
be
used
in
a
five
(5)
tire
rotation.
Always
check
the
inflation

pressure
of
the
full-size
spare
immediately
before
incorporating
it
into

rotation.
Follow
the
vehicle
manufacturer ’s
recommended
pattern
for

rotation,
or
if
not
available,
see
a
qualified
tire
technician.
REPLACEMENT
OF
TWO
(2)


TIRES
It
is
recommended
that
all
four
(4)
tires
are
replaced
at
the
same
time.

However,
whenever
only
two
tires
are
replaced,
the
new
ones
should
be

put
on
the
rear.
The
new
tires,
with
deeper
tread,
may
provide
better
grip

and
water
evacuation
in
wet
driving
conditions.
CUSTOMIZATION OF TIRES, WHEELS, ORSUSPENSION ON
SUVS ANDLIGHT TRUCKS
Due
to
their
size,
weight
and
higher
center
of
gravity,
vehicles
such
as

SUVs
and
light
trucks
do
not
have
the
same
handling
characteristics
as

automobiles.
Because
of
these
differing
characteristics,
failure
to
operate

your
SUV/truck
in
a
proper
and
safe
manner
can
increase
the
likelihood

of
vehicle
rollover.
Modifications
to
your
SUV/truck
tire
size,
tir
e
type,

wheels
or
suspension
can
change
its
handling
characteristics
and
further

increase
the
likelihood
of
vehicle
rollover.
Whether
your
SUV/truck
has

the
original
equipment
configuration
for
tires,
wheels
and
suspension
or

whether
any
of
these
items
have
been
modified,
always
drive
safely,

avoid
sudden,
sharp
turns
or
lane
changes
and
obey
all
traffic
laws.

Failure
to


do
so
may
result
in
loss
of
vehicle
control
leading
to
an
accident

and
serious
injury
or
death.
TIRE
ALTERATIONS
Do
not
make
or
allow
to
be
made
any
alterations
on
your
tires.

Alterations
may
prevent
proper
performance,
leading
to
tire
damage

which
can
result
in
an
accident.
Tires
which
become
unserviceable
due
to

alterations
such
as
truing,
whitewall
inlays,
addition
of
balancing
or

sealant
liquids,
or
the
use
of
tire
dressing
containing
petr

oleum
distillates

are
excluded
from
warranty
coverage.
39

REPAIRS - WHEREVER POSSIBLE, SEE YOUR BFGOODRICH®
TIRE RETAILER AT ONCE
If any BFGoodrich® tire sustains a puncture, have the tire demounted
and thoroughly inspected by any BFGoodrich® tire retailer for possible
damage that may have occurred.
A tread area puncture in any BFGoodrich® passenger or light truck tire
can be repaired provided that the puncture hole is not more than 1/4” in
diameter, not more than one radial cable per casing ply is damaged, and
the tire has not been damaged further by the puncturing object or by
running underinflated. Tire punctures consistent with these guidelines
can be repaired by following the Rubber Manufacturers Association
(RMA) recommended repair procedures.
TIRE REPAIRS
Repairs of all tires must be of the combined plug and inside patch type.
Plug only repairs are improper.A tire should be removed from the rim
and inspected prior to repair. Any tire repair done without removing the
tire from the rim is improper. An improperly repaired tire will cause
further damage to the tire by either leaking air or allowing air, moisture
and contaminants to enter the structure of the tire. An improperly
repaired tire can fail suddenly at a later date.
Never repair a tire with less than 2/32 nds of an inch tread remaining. At
this tread depth, the tire is worn out and must be replaced.
TEMPORARY SPARE TIRES
When using any temporary spare tire, be sure to follow the vehicle
manufacturer ’s instructions.
READING THE DOT
DOT XXXX XXXX XXX (prior to August 2000)
DOT XXXX XXXX XXX (1990-1999)
DOT XXXX XXXX XXXX (after July 2000)
THE DOT
The “DOT” symbol certifies tire manufacturer ’s compliance with U.S.
Department of Transportation tire safety standards. Next to the symbol is
the tire identification or “serial number”. The first two characters identify
the plant where the tire was manufactured. The next two characters
BFGOODRICH TIRES
40

reflect the tire size. The following one to four digits may be used at the
tire manufacturer ’s option as a descriptive code. The last three characters
are numbers identifying the week and year of manufacture. (Example:
“O25” means second week of the year of decade, eg.: 1995, 1985, etc.)
Tires produced after July 2000 have an additional digit to identify a given
decade. For example, 2800 means the tire was produced during the 28th
week of 2000; 0201 during the 2nd week of 2001. If the last digits of your
DOT number contain three numeric characters consult a qualified tire
technician to determine the year and decade of manufacture.
STORAGE
Tires contain waxes and emollients to protect their outer surfaces from
ozone and weather checking. As the tire rolls and flexes, the waxes and
emollients continually migrate to the surface, replenishing this protection
throughout the normal use of the tire. Consequently, when tires sit
outdoors, unused for long periods of time (a month or more) their
surfaces become dry and more susceptible to ozone and weather check-
ing and the casing becomes susceptible to flat spotting.
For this reason, tires should always be stored in a cool, dry, clean,
indoor environment. If storage is for one month or more, eliminate the
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 are stored, be sure they are placed away from sources of heat
and ozone such as hot pipes and electric generators. Be sure that surfaces
on which tires are stored are clean and free from grease, gasoline or other
substances which could deteriorate the rubber.(Tires exposed to these
materials during storage or driving could be subject to sudden failure.)
FOLLOW THESE MOUNTING RECOMMENDATIONS
Tire changing can be dangerous and must be done by professionally
trained persons using proper tools and procedures as specified by the
Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA).
Your tires should be mounted on wheels of correct size and type and
which are in good, clean condition. Wheels that are bent, chipped, rusted
(steel wheels) or corroded (alloy wheels) may cause tire damage. The
inside of the tire must be free from foreign material. Have your retailer
check the wheels before mounting new tires. Mismatched tires and rims
BFGOODRICH TIRES
41

can explode during mounting. Also, mismatched tires and rims can result
in dangerous tire failure on the road. If a tire is mounted by error on the
wrong-sized rim, do not remount it on the proper rim - scrap it. It may
have been damaged internally (which is not externally visible) by having
been dangerously stretched and could fail on the highway.
Old valves may 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 which have
safety humps or ledges.
It is recommended that you have your tires and wheels balanced. Tires
and wheels which are not balanced 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.
SERVICE LIFE FOR PASSENGER CAR AND LIGHT TRUCK
TIRES INCLUDING SPARE TIRES
The following recommendation applies to passenger car and light truck
tires. Tires are composed of various types of material and rubber
compounds, having performance properties essential to the proper
functioning of the tire itself. These component properties evolve over
time. For each tire, this evolution depends upon many factors such as
weather, storage conditions, and conditions of use (load, speed, inflation
pressure, maintenance etc.) to which the tire is subjected throughout its
life. This service-related evolution varies widely so that accurately
predicting the serviceable life of any specific tire in advance is not
possible.
That it is why, in addition to regular inspections and inflation pressure
maintenance by consumers, it is recommended to have passenger car and
light truck tires, including spare tires, inspected regularly by a qualified
tire specialist, such as a tire dealer, who will assess the tire’s suitability for
continued service. Tires which have been in use for 5 years or more
should continue to be inspected by a specialist at least annually.
Consumers are strongly encouraged to be aware not only of their tires’
visual condition and inflation pressure but also of any change in dynamic
performance such as increased air loss, noise or vibration, which could be
an indication that the tires need to be removed from service to prevent
tire failure.
BFGOODRICH TIRES42

It is impossible to predict when tires should be replaced based on their
calendar age alone. However the older a tire the greater the chance that
it will need to be replaced due to the service-related evolution or other
conditions found upon inspection or detected during use.
While most tires will need replacement before they achieve 10 years, it is
recommended that any tires in service 10 years or more from the date of
manufacture, including spare tires, be replaced with new tires as a simple
precaution even if such tires appear serviceable and even if they have not
reached the legal wear limit.
For tires that were on an original equipment vehicle (i.e., acquired by the
consumer on a new vehicle), follow the vehicle manufacturer ’s tire replace-
ment recommendations, when specified (but not to exceed 10 years).
The date when a tire was manufactured is located on the sidewall of each
tire. Consumers should locate the Department of Transportation or DOT
code on the tire which begins with DOT and ends with the week and year
of manufacture. For example, a DOT code ending with2204indicates a
tire made in the 22nd week (May) of 2004.
REMEMBER... TO AVOID DAMAGE TO YOUR TIRES AND
POSSIBLE ACCIDENT:
• CHECK TIRE PRESSURE AT LEAST ONCE EACH MONTH WHEN
TIRES ARE COLD AND BEFORE LONG TRIPS;
• DO NOT UNDERINFLATE/OVERINFLATE;
• DO NOT OVERLOAD;
• DRIVE AT MODERATE SPEEDS, OBSERVE LEGAL LIMITS;
• AVOID DRIVING OVER POTHOLES, OBSTACLES, CURBS OR
EDGES OF PAVEMENT;
• AVOID EXCESSIVE WHEEL SPINNING;
• IF YOU SEE ANY DAMAGE TO A TIRE, REPLACE WITH THE
SPARE AND VISIT ANY BFGOODRICH® RETAILER AT ONCE;
• IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS. CONTACT YOUR BFGOODRICH®
RETAILER.
FAILURE TO OBSERVE ANY OF THE RECOMMENDED PRECAU-
TIONS CONTAINED IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL CAN LEAD TO
ERRATIC VEHICLE BEHAVIOR AND/OR TIRE DAMAGE, POSSI-
BLY RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT.
BFGOODRICH TIRES
43