INFINITI QX30 2018 Warranty Information Booklet
Manufacturer: INFINITI, Model Year: 2018, Model line: QX30, Model: INFINITI QX30 2018Pages: 60, PDF Size: 0.24 MB
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CONTINENTAL/GENERAL TIRE 
LIMITED WARRANTY AND 
ADJUSTMENT POLICY
This Limited Warranty and Adjustment 
(the “Policy”) is issued by Continental Tire 
North America, Inc. (the “Company”) and is 
applicable for Continental/General-brand 
original equipment tires and is a promise of 
replacement under certain specified conditions. 
This Policy applies to tires in normal service 
displaying adjustable conditions (see Section 
4) and does not require the existence of a 
workmanship or material related condition 
in order to qualify for adjustment. THIS 
POLICY IS NOT A WARRANTY THAT 
YOUR TIRE WILL NOT FAIL OR BECOME 
UNSERVICEABLE IF NEGLECTED OR 
MISTREATED.
1. ELIGIBILITY 
a.    This Policy applies to the owner of Passenger Car, Light Truck and Serva-
Spare tires bearing Continental and 
General brand name and serial numbers, 
and operated in normal service. 
b.     Eligible tires must be the original 
equipment tires, used on the vehicle on 
which they were originally installed by the 
vehicle manufacturer.  c.     Tires branded “used” are not eligible under 
this Policy. 
2.  WHAT IS THE ADJUSTMENT POLICY AND FOR HOW LONG?
Limited warranty coverage is for a maximum 
period 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 Passenger or Light Truck or Serva-
Spare tire, used in normal service, becomes 
unserviceable from a condition other than 
those listed under Section 4, during or after 
the time or treadwear periods shown below, 
it will be replaced with a comparable ** new 
Continental or General brand tire according to 
(A) and (B) below.
(A)  Free Replacement Policy: 
Time*      Treadwear
Passenger Tire First 12 Months or First
2/32nds, (whichever 
comes first). Mounting & 
balancing included free 
of charge. Owner pays all 
applicable taxes.  Light Truck Tire
First 12 Months or First 
2/32nds,(whichever 
comes first). Mounting & 
balancing included free 
of charge. Owner pays all 
applicable taxes. (Excluding 
F.E.T.)
Serva-Spare No Time Limit First 
1/32nd, Mounting & 
balancing included free 
of charge. Owner pays all 
applicable taxes.
(B)    Pro Rata Replacement Policy:  Passenger/Light Truck Tires
After the “Free Replacement Policy” 
expires (set forth in section 2A), and the 
tire is still within 72 months from the date 
of purchase*, you will pay, on a pro rata 
basis, for a comparable** new Continental 
or General brand replacement tire. A tire 
is eligible for an adjustment on a pro rata 
basis until the tread is worn down to the 
tread wear indicators (2/32nds of an 
inch of tread remaining). The tire tread 
is worn out at this point and this Policy 
ends regardless of time period. Owner 
pays all applicable taxes (including F.E.T.), 
mounting and balancing charges. 
CONTINENTAL/GENERAL TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY
* At the time of claim, you need to present your new vehicle registration or new vehicle sales invoice showing date of purchase.  If satisfactory proof-of-purchase date is not provided, the D.O.T. 
certification date of manufacture (tire serial number) will be used.
**   A “comparable” new Continental or General brand tire may be either the same tire line or the same basic construction but with a  different sidewall or tread configuration. If a higher-priced tire is accepted 
as replacement, the owner will pay the difference in price. Any tire replaced under this Policy will be covered by the current  Continental or General Tire Limited Warranty and Adjustment Policy
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39CONTINENTAL/GENERAL TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY
Serva-Spare Tires
After the “Free Replacement Policy” expires 
(set forth in section 2A), no adjustment will be 
made.
3.  HOW A PRO RATA PRICE IS CALCULATED 
The replacement tire price will be determined 
by multiplying the percentage of the usable 
tread worn by the Retailer’s Selling Price 
(excluding all applicable taxes) at the time of 
the adjustment or the Continental/General 
brand current published Adjustment Base 
Price, whichever is lower. The usable tread 
is the original tread down to the tread wear 
indicators (2/32nds of an inch of tread 
remaining). The Adjustment Base Price is 
intended to fairly represent a Retailer’s Selling 
Price for the same or comparable tire.
4.  WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THE  ADJUSTMENT POLICY
a. The following conditions are not covered:
Road Hazard: Cuts, snags, punctures, bruises 
or impact breaks and any damage caused by 
puncture or tire repair. Ride/Vibration: After 
“Free Replacement Policy” (set forth in section 
2A) expires. 
Tire Damage or Failure Resulting From 
Improper Operation or Maintenance: Load, 
speed, and inflation practices causing excessive 
operational temperatures to exceed the tire 
capabilities.  Tire damage (including irregular treadwear) 
or failure resulting from: improper mounting 
or demounting, damaged rim, wheel 
alignment, tire trueing, chain damage, brakes 
or any similar mechanical problem, extreme 
temperature exposure, misuse, negligence, and 
abusive driving such as tire spinning, racing 
or accident damage. Tire failure resulting 
from intentional alterations: such as adding a 
white inlay on a blackwall or sealant materials. 
Age Conditions: Weather checking/cracking 
coverage is for a maximum period of 48 
months from the date of purchase.
b. 
General Exclusions -
Tire(s) submitted for an adjustment in service 
for longer than 72 months from date of 
purchase*, are not covered by this policy. 
Tire(s) on any vehicle registered and normally 
operated outside the United States and 
Canada are not covered under this Policy. For 
tires on vehicles normally operated outside 
the United States and Canada, see the 
nearest Continental or General Tire retailer or 
distributor for local coverage. 
Tire(s) transferred from the vehicle on which 
they were originally installed are not covered 
under this Policy. 
Company does not offer tread wearout 
coverage up to a predetermined mileage 
under this Policy. Tire(s) used in racing related 
activities or competitive events are not covered 
by this Policy. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF 
ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR 
IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED 
TO, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY 
OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. 
NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR 
IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED 
TO, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY 
OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, 
ARE MADE OR INTENDED BY COMPANY. 
COMPANY DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED 
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES 
OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS 
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ANY 
IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT 
NOT LIMITED TO, ANY WARRANTY OF 
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A 
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN 
DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS 
WRITTEN WARRANTY. SOME STATES DO 
NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG 
AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE 
ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO 
YOU. 
NO COMPANY EMPLOYEE OR RETAILER 
HAS THE AUTHORITY TO MAKE ANY 
WARRANTY, REPRESENTATION, PROMISE 
OR AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF 
COMPANY EXCEPT AS STATED IN THIS 
LIMITED WARRANTY. 
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TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, 
COMPANY DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR 
ALL CONSEQUENTIAL AND INCIDENTAL 
DAMAGES. THE REMEDIES SET FORTH IN 
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE THE SOLE 
AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES FOR BREACH 
OF WARRANTY. SOME STATES DO NOT 
ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION 
OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL 
DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS 
OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. 
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC 
LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE 
OTHER RIGHTS WHICH MAY VARY FROM 
STATE TO STATE.
5. COMPANY’S OBLIGATIONS
Any replacement qualifying under this 
Adjustment Policy will be made by any 
Continental or General brand authorized 
retailer or vehicle retailer authorized to handle 
Continental or General brand tire adjustments. 
Company will replace the tire pursuant to the 
terms of this Adjustment Policy.
6. OWNER’S OBLIGATIONS
To make a claim under this Policy concerning 
any tire which is covered by this Policy, you 
must present your claim with the tire to any 
Continental or General brand tire retailer 
or vehicle retailer authorized to handle 
Continental/General brand tires. For the 
nearest Continental or General brand tire 
retailer, check the Yellow Pages, or use the 
Continental or General brand Internet address, or one of the “800” numbers shown under 
“For Client Assistance.” To be eligible for the 
terms of this Policy, you need to present your 
new vehicle registration form or new vehicle 
sales invoice showing date of purchase. Tires 
replaced on an adjustment basis become the 
property of Company. You will be required to 
sign the Company Limited Warranty Claim 
Form or retailer replacement sales receipt. 
You are responsible for payment of all 
applicable taxes demounting, mounting and 
balancing charges set forth under this Policy. 
You are also responsible for payment of local 
tire-disposal fees and any parts or service 
regardless of mileage or months of service. This 
includes payment for tire rotation, 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.
THE WARRANTOR
The warrantor of Continental and General 
brand tires is Continental Tire North America, 
Inc., 1830 McMillan Park Drive, Fort Mill, SC 
29707.
For Client Assistance: 
1-800-847-3349 (Nationwide) 
1-800-461-1776 (In Canada) 
http:/
/www.generaltire.com 
http:/ /www.continentaltire.com
SAFETY WARNING 
Disregarding any of the safety precautions 
and instructions contained in the Owner’s 
Manual or the Important Tire Safety 
Information in this booklet may result in tire 
failure or explosion causing serious personal 
injury or death.
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41IMPORTANT TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION¹
Any tire, no matter how well constructed,may 
fail due to improper maintenance or 
service factors. This could create a risk of 
property damage and serious or fatal injury. 
Disregarding any of the safety precautions 
and instructions contained in this manual 
may result in tire failure or explosion causing 
serious personal injury or death. For your 
safety, comply with the following: 
TIRE INFLATION Keep tires inflated to the pressures 
recommended on the tire data placard. (See 
your Owner’s Manual for location.) These 
inflation pressures must be maintained as 
a minimum. However, do not exceed the 
maximum pressure rating indicated on the tire 
sidewall. 
CHECK INFLATION PRESSURES ON ALL 
YOUR TIRES, INCLUDING THE SPARE, 
WHEN TIRES ARE COLD, AT LEAST ONCE 
A MONTH BEFORE DRIVING. 
Failure to maintain correct inflation may 
result in improper vehicle handling 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 a month and 
always prior to long distance trips. 
Pressures should be checked when tires are 
cold. The tires are cold when your vehicle 
has been driven less than a mile at moderate 
speed after being stopped for three or more 
hours. 
CHECKING PRESSURE WHEN 
TIRES ARE HOT
If you must add air when your tires are hot, 
add four pounds per square inch (psi) (28kPa) 
above the recommended cold air pressure. 
Recheck the inflation pressure when the tire 
is cold. 
For Example Only:
Gauge reading of hot tire: 32psi 
If recommended pressure is: 30psi 
Desired gauge reading of hot tire 30 + 4psi = 
34psi
Check cold pressures as soon as possible, at 
least by the next day. Never “bleed” air from 
hot tires as your tire will be underinflated. Use 
an accurate tire gauge to check pressures. 
Never allow children to air up tires. 
DRIVING ON ANY TIRE THAT DOES 
NOT HAVE THE CORRECT INFLATION 
PRESSURE IS DANGEROUS. For 
replacement tires, the correct inflation 
pressure will be provided by your tire retailer. 
If not, refer to the vehicle decal.
Underinflation produces extreme flexing of 
the sidewalls and builds up heat which may 
result in sudden tire destruction and serious 
personal injury. Overinflating can cause the 
tire to be more susceptible to impact damage. 
LOAD LIMITS 
DO NOT OVERLOAD. DRIVING ON ANY 
OVERLOADED TIRE IS DANGEROUS. Never 
load your tires beyond the load carrying limits 
molded into the sidewall of the tires or the 
maximum vehicle load limit as shown on the 
vehicle tire data placard, whichever is less. 
Overloading causes heat to build up which 
can lead to sudden tire failure and serious 
personal injury. 
SPEED LIMITS AND SPEED RATED 
TIRES
HIGH SPEED DRIVING CAN BE 
DANGEROUS. Never operate your vehicle 
in excess of lawful speeds or the maximum 
speeds justified by the driving conditions. 
Excessive speeds or racing can cause heat 
buildup in a tire leading to possible failure and 
serious personal injury. 
Correct inflation pressure is especially 
important. However, at high speeds, even 
with the correct inflation pressure, a road 
hazard, for example, is more difficult to avoid 
and if contact is made, there is a greater 
chance of causing tire damage than at the 
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 your spare tire and see your 
tire retailer at once. 
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Tire speed ratings do not imply that a vehicle 
can be safely driven at the maximum speed 
for which the tire is rated. In addition, some 
damages or improper repairs may cause a 
speed-rated tire to lose its speed rating. 
Exceeding the tire’s maximum speed rating 
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 with 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.
SPEED SYMBOLS -are shown on the sidewall 
of some tires. The following table shows the 
maximum speed corresponding to the symbol.SPEED RATINGS
†Speed     S p e e d
Maximum
Rating  mph   km/Hr
M         81     130
N         87     140
P          93     150
R          99     160
R          106     170
S          112     180
T          118     190
H         130     210
W         168     270
Y          186     300
V*         149     240
Z**         149     240
*Some V (or VR) rated tires may have a speed 
capacity of greater than 149 mph (240 km/h). 
Consult your tire manufacturer for maximum 
speed ratings if your vehicle capability exceeds 
this speed.
**Z (or ZR) rated tires are designed for use 
on cars with maximum speed capabilities 
in excess of 149 mph (240 km/h). Consult
your tire manufacturer 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, tire speed 
ratings do 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. Most highway passenger 
tires that do not have a speed symbol in the 
sidewall have a maximum speed rating of 105 
mph. Light truck highway tires that do not 
have a speed symbol on the sidewall of the tire 
have a maximum speed of 87 mph. Some light 
truck tires may have higher maximum speeds; 
consult your tire retailer. The speed and other 
ratings of retreaded tires are assigned by the 
retreader and voids the original manufacturer’s 
ratings.
IMPORTANT:
In order to maintain the speed 
capability of the vehicle, replacement tires 
must have speed ratings equal to or higher 
than those fitted as original equipment (as 
indicated on the vehicle placard or Owner’s 
Manual). If tires with lower speed ratings are 
fitted, the speed capability of the vehicle will be 
lowered to the maximum speed capability of 
the replacement tire as indicated on the above 
table. 
Remember...High speed driving can be 
dangerous and may be damaging to your tires. 
And...When driving at highway speeds, correct 
inflation pressure is especially important. 
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Contact the manufacturer of your tires for 
their position and assistance on the repair of 
speed-rated tires. When you are replacing tires 
that have a speed rating, you must replace 
with tires of the same or higher speed rating 
if the speed capability of the vehicle is to be 
maintained.
VISUAL INSPECTION
INSPECT YOUR TIRES. DO NOT DRIVE ON A 
DAMAGED TIRE OR WHEEL. Check your tires 
frequently for scrapes, bulges, separations, 
cuts, snags, cracks, penetrations or excessive 
localized wear from hard braking. Also check 
for abnormal tire wear, particularly on the 
edges of the tire tread which may be caused 
by misalignment or underinflation. Impacts 
can damage the inner portion of the tire 
without being visible on the outside. If damage 
can be seen on the tires or wheels, or if you 
suspect that possible impact damage may 
have occurred, replace with spare at once and 
have your tire store or retailer inspect your 
tires immediately. Use of a damaged tire could 
result in tire destruction. When inspecting 
your tires, including the spare, check your air 
pressures. If your pressure check indicates 
that one of your tires has lost pressure of two 
pounds or more, look for signs of penetrations, 
valve leakage, or wheel damage that may 
account for the air loss.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 you drive on such roads, 
drive on them 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. 
TREAD WEAR INDICATORS (WEAR BARS):
Tires contain Tread Wear Indicators (Wear 
Bars) in the grooves of the tire tread which
show up when only 2/32nds of an inch 
(1.6mm) of tread is remaining. At this stage, 
your tires must be replaced. Tires worn beyond 
this stage are dangerous.
HAZARDS
Objects in the road that threaten a tire should 
be safely avoided. These objects are potholes, 
glass, metal, rocks, wood debris and the 
like. Unavoidable contact should prompt a 
thorough tire inspection. 
You may not always recall hitting an object 
that can damage or injure your tires. If while 
driving your vehicle experiences any unusual 
vibrations, ride disturbance or noise and/or you 
suspect that possible damage to the tires or 
vehicle has occurred, DO NOT JAM OR LOCK 
YOUR BRAKES! Rather reduce your speed and 
drive with caution until you can safely pull off 
the road. Stop and inspect the tires. If the tire is underinflated or damaged, deflate, remove 
the tire and rim assembly and replace it with 
your spare. If you cannot detect a cause, have 
the vehicle towed to the nearest vehicle or tire 
retailer to have the vehicle inspected. 
REPAIRING, MOUNTING AND 
DEMOUNTING OF TIRES 
Do not attempt to repair, mount or demount a 
tire yourself. 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). Follow these mounting 
recommendations. Your tires should be 
mounted on wheels of correct size and type 
and which are in good, clean condition. Bent, 
chipped or rusted wheels may cause tire 
damage. The inside of the tire must be free 
from foreign materials. Have your retailer 
check the wheels before mounting new tires.
Mismatched tires and rims 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 be damaged internally (which 
is not externally visible) by being 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 be mounted 
only on wheels designed for tubeless tires, i.e., 
wheels which have safety humps or ledges. 
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Never perform a temporary repair, use an 
innertube or inject sealant as a permanent 
substitute for a proper repair. Only qualified 
persons should repair tires. 
Be sure that all your valves have suitable valve 
caps. This will keep valve cores clean and clear 
and guard against leakage. 
REPAIRS - WHENEVER POSSIBLE, SEE 
A TIRE RETAILER AT ONCE.Some tire 
manufacturers do not warrant any inspection 
or repair process. The repair is entirely the 
responsibility of the repairer. Punctures in 
the tread of a passenger tire which do not 
exceed 1/4 of an inch (6mm) in diameter can 
usually be repaired by following the Rubber 
Manufacturer’s Association (RMA) Passenger 
and Light Truck Repair procedures. Contact 
the manufacturer of your tires for its position 
and assistance as to the acceptable location 
for a proper repair and the repair of speed 
rated tires. Do not use plug repairs. They may 
cause further damage to the tire. They are not 
always air tight and the plug may fail. Do not 
exceed posted speed limits on any repaired tire. 
Certain tire manufacturers speed ratings are 
voided if the tire is repaired.
Although a tire was properly repaired, internal 
structural damage resulting from the puncture 
may have occurred.
Sometime later the damage may cause the tire 
to be removed from service. 
If the tire has a puncture in the tread which 
exceeds 1/4 inch (6mm), the tire must be  replaced. If any tire has sustained a puncture, 
have the tire inspected internally by a tire 
retailer for possible damage that may have 
occurred. 
Improper mounting and inflation procedures 
can cause an explosion of the tire/rim 
assembly. Only specially trained persons should 
perform these tasks. Contact your tire store or 
retailer for assistance. 
CAUTION - Never, under any circumstance, 
introduce a flammable substance into a tire. 
WHEEL ALIGNMENT AND BALANCING 
Wheel alignment and balancing are important 
for safety and maximum mileage from your 
tires. Check how your tires are wearing at 
least once a 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.
HARD BRAKING 
You must inspect your tires after any hard 
braking circumstances or after tires have slid 
on the pavement. This can cause a flat spot in 
a section of the tire tread. TIRE SPINNING 
Never spin your tires above a speedometer 
reading of 35 mph (55 km/h) if your vehicle 
becomes stuck. The centrifugal force 
generated by the free spinning tire/wheel 
assembly may cause a sudden tire explosion, 
resulting in vehicle damage and/or serious 
personal injury or death. Never allow anyone 
to stand near or behind a tire spinning at high 
speed while attempting to push a vehicle that 
is stuck. When in mud, sand, snow, ice or other 
slippery conditions, do not indulge in excessive 
wheel spin. In such conditions, with automatic 
transmission vehicles, by accelerating the 
engine excessively, it is possible to spin one of 
the drive tires beyond its speed capability. This 
is also true when balancing a drive tire/wheel 
assembly using the engine of the vehicle to 
spin the wheel. 
TIRE TREAD 
Tires must be replaced when the depth of 
the tread reaches 2/32 inch (1.6 mm). Tires 
are manufactured with tread wear indicators 
molded into the tire grooves which indicate 
tread wearout. As tires approximate 2/32 inch 
(1.6 mm) wearout, the tread gauge becomes 
thinner and more vulnerable to the effects 
of road hazards. Also, worn tires are more 
subject to hydroplaning, which can cause loss 
of control. Therefore, visual tire inspection 
becomes more crucial as the tires wear out. 
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WORN TIRES 
Never drive on worn tires. Tires should be 
replaced by trained personnel when 2/32nds 
of an inch tread depth remains, as indicated 
by the tread wear indicators molded into the 
tread grooves. In most states, it is illegal to 
drive with less than 2/32nds of an inch of 
tread remaining. 
TIRE MIXING 
For best performance select tires similar in 
size and load rating to the original equipment 
tires. It is recommended that the same size 
and type of tire be used on all four wheel 
positions. In certain tires, casing ply material 
and ply construction may vary as indicated 
on the sidewall of the tire. When changing 
or replacing tires, it is preferred that all four 
tires are the same construction type (i.e., 
High Performance, All Season, Mud & Snow) 
and construction (Radial or Bias Ply). Before 
mixing tires of different types on a vehicle in 
any configuration, be sure to check the vehicle 
Owner’s Manual for its recommendations. 
Tires which meet the Rubber Manufacturer’s 
Association (RMA) definition of mud and 
snow tires are marked M/S, M+S, M&S. On 
such tires, this designation is molded into the 
sidewall. Tires without this notation are not 
recommended for mud and/or snow driving. 
If snow tires are needed, it is necessary 
to select tires equivalent in size and load 
rating to the original equipment tires. 
Always fit performance snow tires in sets of four (4) for optimum mud & snow traction 
and maintenance of vehicle handling 
characteristics. If you do not, it may adversely 
affect the safety and handling of your vehicle. 
It is also important to check the vehicle 
Owner’s Manual before mixing or matching 
tires on 4-wheel drive vehicles as this may 
require special precautions. 
Please refer to your Owner’s Manual for more 
information on tire replacement precautions. TIRE ROTATION 
Tires on your Infiniti vehicle should be rotated 
every 7,500 miles or as irregular wear 
develops. If irregular wear becomes apparent 
or if the wear rate on the tires is perceptibly 
uneven, the tires should be rotated in such 
a way to alleviate the problem. Check your 
vehicle for any mechanical problems and 
correct if necessary. Any rotation pattern or 
procedure may be followed including those 
indicated in the Owner’s Manual. Some tires 
have arrows on the sidewall showing the 
direction in which the tire should turn. When 
rotating this type of tire, care must be taken 
to maintain the proper turning direction as 
indicated by the arrows. Some vehicles have 
different tire sizes specified for front and rear 
axles. Tires on these vehicles should not be 
rotated side to side (unless they are non-
directional). Where a temporary type spare tire 
is available, it should not be included in the tire 
rotation schedule. Such tires are intended for 
temporary use only. 
REPLACING TWO TIRES 
If your vehicle was originally equipped with 
four tires that were the same size and you are 
only replacing two of the four tires, install the 
new tires on the rear axle. Placing new tires 
on the front axle may cause loss of vehicle 
control in some driving conditions and cause 
an accident and personal injury.
TRAILER TOWING 
If you anticipate towing a trailer, you should 
see a tire retailer for advice concerning the 
correct size of tire and pressure. Tire size and 
pressure will depend on the type and size of 
the trailer and hitch utilized, but in no case 
must the maximum cold inflation pressure or 
the tire load rating be exceeded. Check the tire 
decal and your Owner’s Manual for further 
recommendations on trailer towing. 
TIRE ALTERATIONS 
Do not perform 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, 
may be excluded from warranty coverage. 
Consult your tire warranty. 
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HIGH PRESSURE TEMPORARY 
SPARE TIRES
1)  The high-pressure spare tire in your Infiniti 
vehicle is designed for temporary use 
only and must not be used continually as 
a regular tire. The standard tire should 
be repaired and/or replaced as soon as 
possible. 
2)   Avoid driving over obstacles that may 
damage the tire through impact or cutting, 
such as potholes, glass, metal, etc. 
3) Speed must not exceed 50MPH (80km/h)  for non-speed-rated temporary spare tires. 
4)   Temporary spare tires have a limited 
treadlife which can vary depending on road 
conditions and your driving habits. The 
spare tire should be returned to the trunk as 
soon as the standard tire can be repaired or 
replaced. 
5) Because the high-pressure spare tire was  specifically designed for your car, it should 
not be used on any other vehicle. 
6)   Do not use snow chains on your high-
pressure spare. This could cause damage to 
your vehicle. 
7) Check the tire’s cold inflation pressure  monthly and maintain at 60psi (4.2kg/cm2) 
even when not in use.  8)  
The high-pressure spare tire should not be 
used with any other rim nor should standard 
tires, wheel covers, or trim rings be used on 
the high-pressure spare tire rim which was 
originally installed. 
9)   When the tread wear indicator appears on 
the tire, replace it only with the same type 
spare tire. 
10)   Do not enter an automatic carwash with a 
temporary spare tire fitted. 
11)  Do not make a sharp turn or apply the  brakes suddenly when driving on a high-
pressure temporary spare. 
Note:
When using any temporary type spare tire, 
be sure to follow the vehicle Owner’s Manual 
instructions. 
TIRE STORAGE 
All tires should be stored in a cool dry place 
indoors so that there is no danger of water 
collecting inside them. 
When tires are stored they should be stored 
in a cool place 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.) To Avoid Damage to your Tires and Possible 
Accident:
•• Check tire pressure at least once a 
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 spare and see the tire 
manufacturer’s retailer or your Infiniti 
retailer.
For further information, the Consumer Tire 
Guide on passenger tire care, safety and 
mileage performance is available in the United 
States by writing the Tire Industry Safety 
Council, Box 1801, Washington, D.C. 20013.
IMPORTANT TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION¹ 
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47INFINITI TOTAL OWNERSHIP EXPERIENCE® BENEFITS
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE 
As part of the Infiniti Total Ownership 
Experience®, Roadside Assistance is available 
to you, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, for 
emergency roadside assistance should the 
need arise for any of the following items:
•• Mechanical Breakdown
•• Flat Tire
•• Dead Battery
•• Accident/Collision (One-way tow – loaner  vehicle not included)
•• Out of Gas
•• Lock-out service 
All Roadside Assistance services are provided 
exclusively by Cross-Country Motor Club, 
Inc., Boston, Massachusetts 02155, except 
in Alaska, California, Oregon, Wisconsin and 
Wyoming, where services are provided by 
Cross-Country Motor Club of California, Inc., 
Boston, Massachusetts 02155. 
COVERAGE Roadside Assistance is provided for all Infiniti 
vehicles from the date the vehicle is delivered 
to the first retail buyer or otherwise put into 
use, whichever is earlier, for a period of 48 
months, without regard to mileage.
Roadside Assistance is available to anyone 
operating the Infiniti vehicle with the 
authorization of the owner. [For purpose of 
Roadside Assistance benefits, “owner” includes 
the lessee of a leased vehicle.] These services  are transferable with the resale of the vehicle 
for the time remaining on the original Infiniti 
new vehicle limited warranty coverage period. 
Roadside Assistance is available throughout 
the Continental United States and Canada. 
HOW TO USE ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Should one of the disablements listed 
above occur, simply call the toll free number, 
1-800-662-6200, and advise the Roadside 
Assistance Representative of your name, the 
vehicle identification number (VIN) of your car, 
your location, and the nature of the problem. 
(When travelling in Canada call 1-800-835-
0221.) The VIN can be found imprinted on 
a plate affixed to the upper dashboard on 
the driver’s side of your Infiniti. The VIN is 
also printed on the permanent 
Infiniti Total 
Ownership
® Program card which will be sent 
to you approximately 6 weeks after purchase 
of your new Infiniti. 
ON-SITE AND TOWING SERVICE 
Depending on the type of vehicle problem you 
are experiencing, the Roadside Assistance 
Representative will determine the appropriate 
roadside assistance and/or flatbed (towing) 
service to be dispatched. In most cases, minor 
disablement services such as flat tire change, 
lock-out service, out-of-gas delivery, battery 
boost, etc., can be performed onsite so that 
you can be on the road again as soon as 
possible. There is no charge for the dispatch 
of onsite or towing service. Any charges for 
the replacement of keys, gas or non-warranty 
items will be your responsibility at the time of 
the repair or service. 
Whenever possible, flatbed (towing) service 
will be dispatched for mechanical disablements 
or accident/collisions which render the vehicle 
inoperative. There is no charge for the towing 
service. Roadside Assistance will arrange to 
transport the vehicle to the nearest Infiniti 
retailer, if one is located within 250 miles, 
or to another authorized alternate service 
facility. Warranty covered repairs will be 
provided for under the terms of the applicable 
express Infiniti limited warranty. However, any 
nonwarranty or accident/collision repairs will 
be your responsibility. 
NOTE: 
You may be required to sign a receipt at the 
time of disablement to acknowledge receipt of 
the Roadside Assistance service rendered. 
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