flat tire DODGE DURANGO 2021 Vehicle Warranty

TIRES
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Collapsible Spare Tire — If Equipped
The collapsible spare is for temporary emergency use only. You can
id
entify if your vehicle is equipped with a collapsible spare by looking
at the spare tire description on the Tire and Loading Information
Placard located on the driver side door opening or on the sidewall of
the tire.
Collapsible spare tire description example: 165/80-17 101P.
Since this tire has limited tread life, the original equipment tire should
be
repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled on your vehicle at the first
opportunity.
Inflate collapsible tire only after the wheel is properly installed to the
ve
hicle. Inflate the collapsible tire using the electric air pump before
lowering the vehicle.
Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a conventional tire
on
the collapsible spare wheel, since the wheel is designed specifically
for the collapsible spare tire.
WARNING!
Compact and collapsible spares are for temporary emergency use
on
ly. With these spares, do not drive more than 50 mph (80 km/h).
Te

mporary use spares have limited tread life. When the tread is
worn to the tread wear indicators, the temporary use spare tire
needs to be replaced. Be sure to follow the warnings, which apply
to your spare. Failure to do so could result in spare tire failure and
loss of vehicle control.
WARNING!
Compact and Collapsible spares are for temporary emergency use
on
ly. With these spares, do not drive more than 50 mph (80 km/h).
Te

mporary use spares have limited tread life. When the tread is
worn to the tread wear indicators, the temporary use spare tire
needs to be replaced. Be sure to follow the warnings, which apply
to your spare. Failure to do so could result in spare tire failure and
loss of vehicle control.

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Full Size Spare — If Equipped
The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. This tire may
lo
ok like the originally equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your
vehicle, but it is not. This spare tire may have limited tread life. When
the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators, the temporary use full
size spare tire needs to be replaced. Since it is not the same as your
original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the original equipment tire
and reinstall on the vehicle at the first opportunity.
Limited Use Spare — If Equipped
The limited use spare tire is for temporary emergency use only. This
ti
re is identified by a label located on the limited use spare wheel. This
label contains the driving limitations for this spare. This tire may look
like the original equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle,
but it is not. Installation of this limited use spare tire affects vehicle
handling. Since it is not the same as your original equipment tire,
replace (or repair) the original equipment tire and reinstall on the
vehicle at the first opportunity.
WARNING!
Limited use spares are for emergency use only. Installation of this
li
mited use spare tire affects vehicle handling. With this tire, do
not drive more than the speed listed on the limited use spare
wheel. Keep inflated to the cold tire inflation pressures listed on
your Tire and Loading Information Placard located on the driver’s
side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door. Replace (or
repair) the original equipment tire at the first opportunity and
reinstall it on your vehicle. Failure to do so could result in loss of
vehicle control.

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Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the
ti
re's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate
heat, when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor
laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to
de
generate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to
sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance,
which all passenger vehicle tires must meet under the Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher
levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel, than the minimum
required by law.
TIRE WARRANTY
Tire Limited Warranty And Adjustment Policy
When a tire is removed from service due to a covered warranty
co
ndition under a tire manufacturer’s “Limited Warranty Program”,
you may be eligible for a free tire replacement or a comparable new
tire on a “prorated basis”.
Certain conditions, such as irregular wear or tire damage due to road
ha
zards, collision, improper inflation, intentional alteration, and
misuse, are excluded from the Limited Warranty Program. The
Limited Warranty Program expires when your tires either wear to a
specified tread depth, and/or after a period of time from the date of
purchase, as stated in the Tire Warranty in this manual.

NOTE:

Refer to the Tire Warranty in this manual for specific information
re
lating to the tire manufacturer’s limited warranty for the tires
installed on your vehicle. If you have any questions regarding the
limited tire warranty coverage, contact your local authorized dealer or
your local authorized tire dealer.
WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is
pr
operly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed,
under-inflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.

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Disclaimer:
THE MOST UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION FOR THE TIRE
MA
NUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY PROGRAM CAN BE
ACCESSED THROUGH THE SPECIFIC TIRE MANUFACTURER’S
WEBSITE.
THE TIRE MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY PROGRAM,
TH
E DETAILS OF WHICH CAN BE FOUND IN THIS MANUAL,
THE TIRE MANUFACTURER’S WEBSITE OR AT ANY
AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
REMEDIES OR WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ARISING BY
LAW OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR MERCHANTABILITY. THE TIRE
MANUFACTURER EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR
INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, LOST PROFIT, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF
GOODWILL, LOSS OF REPUTATION, PUNITIVE OR ANY OTHER
DAMAGE, COST OR LOSS OF ANY KIND. SOME STATES AND
PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION
OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE
ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
WARNING!
Refer to the Owner’s Manual online for complete warning
in
formation that could prevent accidents, injuries and even
deaths.
WARNING!
Death, serious injury and/or property damage may result from tire
fa
ilure due to tire damage and/or improper tire maintenance.
• All tires (including spare) should be inspected regularly by a
q
ualified technician for signs of wear, and signs of damage, such
as puncture, impact, improper maintenance, under-inflation or
over-inflation and overloading.
• Only qualified persons should repair tires. See Rubber Manu -
f
acturer’s Association (RMA) established repair procedures at
ww
w.ustires.org for information on proper repair procedures.
• Only specially trained persons should mount tires.

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• Misapplication, improper maintenance, racing, underinflation,
overinflation or other abuse
• Operation without a properly functioning low pressure warning
s
ystem, for Comp T/A® ZR SSS tires
• Uneven or rapid wear which is caused by mechanical irregularity in
t
he vehicle such as wheel misalignment, a measured tread differ -
ence of 2/32 nds of an inch (1.6 mm) or more across the tread on the
sa

me tire
• Accident, fire, chemical corrosion, tire alteration or vandalism
•
Flat spotting caused by improper storage or brake lock
•
The adding of liquid, solid or gaseous materials other than air,
n
itrogen or carbon dioxide for example, waterbase sealers or
balancing substances
• Ozone or weather checking
H

OW REPLACEMENT CHARGES ARE CALCULATED
Passenger And Light Truck Tires Workmanship/Materials

A tire which becomes unserviceable due to a condition covered by this
wor
kmanship and materials limited warranty will be replaced with a
comparable new BFGoodrich® brand tire, free of charge, when 2/32 nds
of an inch (1.6 mm) or less of the original tread is worn, (or 25% or less,
whi

chever is more beneficial to you) and within 12 months of the date of
pu

rchase. The cost of mounting and balancing the tire is included. You
pay the cost of any other service charges and applicable taxes.

When more than 2/32 nds of an inch (1.6 mm) of the original tread has
be

en worn (or more than 25%, whichever is more beneficial to you) or
after 12 months from the date of purchase, you must pay the cost of a
co

mparable new BFGoodrich® brand passenger or light truck
replacement tire on a pro rated basis. The retailer shall determine the
charge by multiplying the percentage of the original usable tread
worn by the current selling price at the adjustment location or the
price on the current BFGoodrich® brand Base Price List, whichever is
lower. This list is based on a predetermined price intended to fairly
represent the actual selling price of the tire.
You pay the cost of mounting, balancing, and or any other service
ch
arges and applicable taxes.

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You should have complete confidence in your new BFGoodrich®
tires. Still it is important to register your tires in the event that we need
to contact you. For online tire registration, visit
https://
www.tireregistration.com
.
TIRE DISABLEMENT SAFETY WARNING
Any tire may fail as a result of an improperly repaired puncture,
i m

pact damage, improper inflation, overloading or other conditions
resulting from use or misuse. Tire failures, such as a rapid air loss or a
tread and belt detachment, may increase risk of injury or death and/
or property damage. To reduce the risk of a tire failure, BFGoodrich®
recommends you thoroughly read and follow the recommendations
in this BFGoodrich® Limited Warranty/Owner’s Manual, the vehicle
Owner’s Manual, tire placard information, and tire sidewall
information regarding safety warnings, proper tire use and
maintenance.
CONTROLLABILITY
CONTROLLING A VEHICLE WHEN A TIRE FAILURE OCCURS
If a tire failure occurs, you may hear a loud noise, feel a vibration,
a n

d/or the vehicle may pull toward the side of the failed tire. If
possible, step on the accelerator momentarily to maintain forward
momentum and ensure vehicle control.
It is important that you DO NOT BRAKE OR ABRUPTLY TURN
TH
E STEERING WHEEL.
Slowly remove your foot from the accelerator and hold the steering
wh
eel firmly while steering to remain in your lane. Once the vehicle
has slowed and is fully under control, apply the brakes gently; safely
pull over to the shoulder and come to a stop. Inspect the tires. If one
or more tires look flat or low, show detachment or other damage,
remove tire assembly and replace it with a properly inflated spare.
Bumps or bulges may indicate detachment within the tire body and
require inspection by a qualified tire technician.
WARNING!
DISREGARDING ANY OF THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND/
OR
INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL MAY
RESULT IN TIRE FAILURE OR EXPLOSION CAUSING
SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.

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DRIVING ON ANY TIRE THAT DOES NOT HAVE THE CORRECT
INFLATION PRESSURE IS DANGEROUS
Any underinflated tire builds up excessive heat that may result in
su
dden tire destruction. If tires are supplied 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 replacement tires, the correct inflation pressure will be
provided by your tire retailer; if not, refer to the vehicle decal.
These inflation pressures must be maintained as a minimum.
Ho
wever, do not exceed the maximum pressure rating indicated on
the tire sidewall.
CHECK THE COLD INFLATION PRESSURES IN ALL YOUR
TI
RES, INCLUDING THE SPARE, AT LEAST ONCE EACH
MONTH
Failure to maintain correct inflation may result in improper vehicle
ha
ndling and may cause rapid and irregular tire wear, sudden tire
destruction, loss of vehicle control and serious personal injury.
Therefore, inflation pressures should be checked at least once each
month and always prior to long distance trips. This applies to all tires,
including sealant types, and Self-Supporting tires which are as
susceptible to losing air pressure as any other type of tire if not
properly maintained.
UNDERINFLATION
It is impossible to determine whether tires are properly inflated by
si
mply looking at them. It is almost impossible to “feel or hear” when
a tire is being run underinflated or nearly flat. Tires must be checked
monthly with a tire pressure gauge.
Pressures should be checked when tires are cold, in other words,
be
fore they have been driven on. Driving, even for a short distance,
causes tires to heat up and air pressure to increase.
Checking pressure when tires are hot:
If pressures are checked after tires have been driven for more than
th
ree minutes or more than 1 mile, (1.6 km) the tires become hot and
th

e pressures will increase by approximately 4 psi. Therefore when the
tire pressure is adjusted under these conditions, it should be increased
to a gauge reading of 4 psi greater than the recommended cold
inflation pressure.

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Check cold pressure as soon as possible, preferably within 24 hours.
“Bleeding” air from hot tires could result in under-inflation. Use an
accurate tire gauge to check pressures. Never allow children to
inflate or deflate tires.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring
Sy
stem (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 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
ve
hicle’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
TPMS will require re-calibration to the 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
lo
ng 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 FCA US LLC.
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)

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TIRE SPINNING
Do not spin wheels in excess of 35 mph (55 km/h) as indicated on the
sp

eedometer. 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
en
gage 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.
HIGH SPEED DRIVING CAN BE DANGEROUS
Correct inflation pressure is especially important. H
owever, at high
speeds, even with the correct inflation pressure, a road hazard, for
example is more difficult to avoid and if contact is made, has a greater
chance of causing tire damage than at a lower speed. Moreover,
driving at high speed reduces the reaction time available to avoid
accidents and bring your vehicle to a safe stop.
If you see any damage to a tire or wheel, replace it with the spare at
on
ce and visit a participating BFGoodrich® Tire Retailer.
Exceeding the maximum speeds shown on the following page for each
ty
pe of BFGoodrich® tire will cause the tire to build up excessive heat
which can cause tire damage that could result in sudden tire
destruction and rapid air loss. Failure to control a vehicle when one or
more tires experience a sudden air loss can lead to an accident.
In any case, you should not exceed reasonable speeds as indicated
by
the legal limits and driving conditions.

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SPEED RATINGS
Speed Symbols are shown on the sidewall of some BFGoodrich® tires.
Th
e following table shows the maximum speed corresponding to the
symbol.
*Some V (or VR) rated tires may have a speed capacity greater than
14
9 mph (240 km/h). Consult your participating BFGoodrich® tire
re

tailer for maximum speed rating if your vehicle capability exceeds
this speed.
**Z (or ZR) rated tires are designed to use on cars with maximum
sp
eed 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
ca
pabilities.
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
s y

mbol on the sidewall have a maximum speed rating of 105 mph
(1

70 km/h). Light truck highway tires that do not have a speed
sy

mbol on the sidewall of the tire have a maximum speed rating of
87 mph (140 km/h).
The speed and other ratings of retreaded tires are assigned by the
re
treader and replace the original manufacturer’s ratings.

NOTE:

In order to maintain the speed capability of the vehicle, replacement
ti
res 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.