wheel alignment INFINITI QX70 2015 Warranty Information Booklet

LIMITATION OF WARRANTIES AND OTHER
WARRANTY TERMS AND STATE LAW RIGHTS
EXTRA EXPENSES - LIMITATIONS OF DAMAGES
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SUCH AS LOSS OF THE
USE OF THE VEHICLE, INCONVENIENCE OR COM-
MERCIAL LOSS.
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL
BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN
WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages or limita-
tions on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the
above limitations or exclusions may not apply to
you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights,
and you may also have other rights which vary from
statetostate.
Infiniti does not authorize any person to create for it
any other warranty, obligation or liability in connec-
tion with this vehicle.
THE WARRANTY BEGINS
The warranty period begins on the date the vehicle is
delivered to the first retail buyer or put into service,
whichever is earlier.
FOR HOW LONG AND WHAT IS COVERED
BASIC COVERAGE
●The basic coverage period is 48 months or
60,000 miles, whichever comes first.
●The warranty covers any repairs needed to correct
defects in materials or workmanship of all parts and
components of each new Infiniti vehicle supplied by
Infiniti subject to the exclusions listed under the
heading ”WHAT IS NOT COVERED” or, if the part is
covered by one of the separate coverages described
in the following sections of this warranty, that spe-
cific coverage applies instead of the basic coverage.
POWERTRAIN COVERAGE
●The Powertrain coverage period is 72 months or
70,000 miles, whichever comes first.
●This warranty covers any repairs needed to correct
defects in material or workmanship.
●Powertrain coverage includes components listed be-
low, under the headings Engine, Transmission and
Transaxle, Drivetrain, and Restraint System, supplied
by Infiniti, subject to the exclusions listed under the
heading “WHAT IS NOT COVERED.”
ENGINE - Cylinder heads and block and all internal
parts, rocker covers and oil pan, valve train and front
cover, timing chain and tensioner, oil pump, water
pump and fuel pump, fuel in jectors, intake and ex-
haust manifolds, flywheel, seals and gaskets.
TRANSMISSION AND TRANSAXLE - Case and all
internal parts, torque converter and converter
housing, automatic transm ission control module,
transfer case and all internal parts, seals and gas-
kets, clutch cover and housing, A/T cooler, and
electronic tr ansmission controls.
DRIVETRAIN - Drive shafts, final drive housing and
all internal parts, propeller shafts, universal joints,
bearings, seals and gaskets. RESTRAINT SYSTEM - Air bags and related elec-
tronic control systems.
CORROSION COVERAGE (PERFORATION FROM CORRO-
SION)
Any body sheet metal panel supplied by Infiniti found to
have developed perforation (rust-through) due to corro-
sion in normal use is covered for 84 months, regardless
of mileage, except for those items listed under “WHAT IS
NOT COVERED.” No additional rust proofing applica-
tions are required. Perforation is a condition in which
any body sheet metal panel has corroded from one
surface to another.
TOWING COVERAGE
If your vehicle is inoperative due to the failure of a
warranted part during any of the New Vehicle Limited
warranties, inc luding Emission and Seatbelt warranties,
towing service to the nearest authorized Infiniti retailer
is covered.
ADJUSTMENT COVERAGE
Service adjustments not usually associated with the
replacement of parts, such as wheel alignment, and
wheel balancing are covered only during the first
12 months or 12,000 miles, whichever comes first.●Limited 6 month warranty coverage:
OE wiper blade inserts are covered for the first six
months of ownership.
REFRIGERANT RECHARGE ONLY COVERAGE
Refrigerant recharge not associated with the repair or
replacement of a warranted part is covered only during
the first 12 months, regardless of the mileage.
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2015 NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY 5

DAMAGE, FAILURES OR CORROSION FROM
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
This warranty does not cover damage, failures or corro-
sion resulting from or caused by:
●Stone chipping, chemical fallout, tree sap, salt, hail,
windstorm, lightning, flood or other environmental
conditions.
●The items listed below are not covered under corro-
sion coverage (perforation from corrosion).
– Exhaust system components.
– Corrosion other than perforation, such as cos- metic or surface corrosion due to defects in ma-
terial or workmanship. This is covered under the
Basic Coverage of the New Vehicle Limited War-
ranty.
DAMAGE, FAILURES OR CORROSION DUE TO
LACK OF OR IMPROPER MAINTENANCE
REPAIRS
This warranty does not cover damage, failures or corro-
sion resulting from or caused by:
●Lack of performance of proper maintenance services
as outlined in your Owner’s Manual.
●Fuel, fluids, or lubricants that are contaminated or
that do not meet the specification as outlined in your
Owner’s Manual.
●Use of parts not equivalent in quality or design to
parts supplied by Infiniti for use on Infiniti vehicles.
MAINTENANCE SERVICE EXPENSE
This warranty does not cover normal maintenance ser-
vices as specified in both your Owner’s Manual and
Infiniti Service & Maintenance Guide such as cleaning
and polishing, wheel alignment, headlight aiming, re-
placement of filters, replacement of windshield wiper
inserts, lubricants, coolant, worn brake shoes, pads,
drums and rotors and worn clutch discs, for example.
SEAT BELTS, TIRES AND EMISSION CONTROL
SYSTEM
Seat belts, tires and the emission control system are
covered by separate warranties.
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REPLACEMENT WARRANTY
If you receive a replacement tire under this Limited
Warranty, it will be covered by the manufacturer’s war-
ranty, if any, given on that tire at that time.
WHERE TO GO
Tire adjustments under this Limited Warranty will only
be made at an authorized Bridgestone Firestone re-
tailer. Consult a phone directory (often listed in the
Yellow Pages underTire Retailersor the internet at
www.bridgestonetire.com for the location nearest you.
CONSUMER RIGHTS
This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights,
and you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state or in Canada from province to province.
CONDITIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
To the extent permitted by law, Bridgestone Firestone
North American Tire, LLC disclaims all other warranties,
including but not limited to the implied warranties of
merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose and
any liability for incidental, consequential damages, loss
of time, loss of vehicle use or, inconvenience. Some
states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of inci-
dental or consequential damages, so the above limita-
tion or exclusion may not apply to you.
This Limited Warranty applies only to consumers actually
using the tire in the United States and Canada. For war-
ranty conditions outside the United States and Canada,
see your local Bridgestone Firestone distributor.
Obligations under this policy may not be enlarged or
altered by anyone. In accordance with Federal Law, this Limited Warranty
has been designated as a
Limited Warranty.” Nothing
in this Limited Warranty is intended to be a representa-
tion that tire failures cannot occur. This Limited Warranty
is given in the United States by Bridgestone Firestone
North American Tire, LLC, 535 Marriott Dr., Nashville, TN
37214 and in Canada by Bridgestone Firestone Canada
Inc., 5770 Hurontario St., S uite 400, Mississauga, On-
tario, Canada L5R 3G5.
OWNER’S OBLIGATIONS
In order to keep this Limited Warranty valid, we require
you to have your tires regularly inspected and rotated
per the vehicle Owner’s Manual and to furnish proof of
same in order to receive an adjustment. Such proof
should show the date, mileage, and servicing location.
A sales receipt containing this information will suffice. It
is your obligation to maintain proper tire inflation pres-
sures as specified by the vehicle manufacturer and to
operate the vehicle within tire/vehicle load capacity
and speed limitations. It is also your obligation to main-
tain proper wheel alignment and tire/wheel assembly
balance. To request an adjustment, you must present
the tire to an authorized Bridgestone Firestone retailer.
Complete and sign the client section of the Bridgestone
Firestone North American Tire, LLC Limited Warranty ad-
justment form and pay appr opriate replacement price,
taxes, disposal fee, and service charges, if any.
ARBITRATION
You and Bridgestone Firestone North American Tire, LLC
agree that all claims, disputes, and controversies be-
tween you and it, including any of its agents, employ-
ees, successors, or assigns, arising out of or in connec-
tion with this Limited Warranty, or any other warranties, express or implied, includin
g a failure of warranty and
the validity of this arbitration clause, but excluding
claims for personal injury or property damage, shall be
resolved by binding arbitration between you and it,
according to the formal dispute resolution procedures
of the National Arbitration Forum, under the Code of
Procedure then in effect. This arbitration will be con-
ducted as a document hearing. If you request any pro-
cedures beyond a document hearing, you will be re-
sponsible for all fee s, including filing and
administrative fees, above and beyond the fees re-
quired for document hearings. The arbitration between
you and Bridgestone Firestone North American Tire, LLC
shall not include any other clients, be combined or
consolidated in any fashion with arbitrations involving
other clients, or proceed in any form of class action in
which the claims of numerous clients are considered
together. Any award of the arbitrator(s) may be entered
as a judgment in any court of competent jurisdiction.
The arbitrators will have no authority to award punitive
or other damages not measured by the prevailing par-
ty’s actual damages, except as may be required by stat-
ute. Information may be obtained and claims may be
filed at any office of the National Arbitration Forum or at
P.O. Box 50191, Minneapolis, MN 55405.
THE WARRANTOR
The warrantor of Bridgestone and Firestone tires is:
Bridgestone Firestone North American Tire LLC
535 Marriott Dr.
Nashville, TN 37214
Please contact Bridgestone Firestone for a copy of their
“Tire Maintenance, Safety and Warranty Manual”
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BRIDGESTONE FIRESTONE TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY 23

DON’T ATTEMPT TO MOUNT YOUR OWN TIRES
Serious injury or Death may result from explosion of
tire/ rim assembly due to improper mounting proce-
dures. Follow tire manufacturer’s instructions and
match tire diameter to rim diameter. Mount light truck
radials on rims approved for radial service. Do not apply
bead sealer. This can inhibit bead seating. Lubricate
beads and tire rim (including tube or flap) contact sur-
faces. Lock assembly on mounting machine or place in
safety cage. STAND BACK and never exceed 40 psi to
seat beads. Never use a volatile substance or a rubber
“donut” (also known as a bead expander or “O-Ring”) to
aid bead seating. Only specially-trained persons should
mount tires.
DON’T MIX TIRES OF DIFFERENT SIZES AND
TYPES ON THE SAME AXLE
For optimum handling and control, Goodyear and Dun-
lop recommend fitment of four (4) tires of the same type
and size unless otherwise specified by the vehicle
manufacturer.
WARNING: Before you replace your tires, always consult
the vehicle Owner’s Manual and follow the vehicle
manufacturer’s replacement tire recommendations. Ve-
hicle handling may be significantly affected by a change
in tire size or type. When selecting tires that are different
than the Original Equipment size, see a professional
installer in order to make certain that proper clearance,
load carrying capacity and inflation pressure is se-
lected. Never exceed the maximum load capacity and
inflation pressure listed on the sidewall of the tire. Al-
ways drive safely and obey all traffic laws. Avoid sud-
den, sharp turns or lane changes. Failure to follow this warning may result in loss of control of the vehicle,
leading to an accident and serious injury or death.
When replacing tires, you must maintain the outside
diameter and load carrying capacity of the Original
Equipment tire. Inflation pressure may need to be ad-
justed to avoid overloading the tire. Consult the Tire &
Rim Association Load and Inflation Tables, ETRTO or
JATMA standards for correct load and inflation informa-
tion.
NEVER FIT TIRES TO A VEHICLE THAT HAVE
LESS LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY THAN AS
REQUIRED BY THE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT
MANUFACTURER
Examples: Many vehicles, such as large passenger
vans, require Load Range E tires as designated by the
vehicle manufacturer. Fitment of a tire, such as a Load
Range D, with less carrying capacity is not allowed.
In other cases, tires of the same size may carry different
load indexes in the service description. You must make
certain the replacement tires fitted to the vehicle have a
load carrying capacity equal to or greater than what the
Original Equipment manufacturer specifies.
NOTE:
Goodyear manufactured and/or marketed European-
Metric passenger tires and P-Metric passenger tires are
interchangeable as long as they have the same section
width, same aspect ratio, same rim diameter. Caution:
Never substitute a “Standard Load” (SL) tire for an Extra
Load (XL) tire. If the v
ehicle was originallyequipped
with “Extra Load” (XL) tires, replace those tires with
similar sized XL tires.
FOLLOW THESE ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES
When installing only two tires, fit the tires with the
deepest tread depth on the rear axle. If radials and
non-radials must be fitted to the same vehicle, fit radials
on rear axle. Never mix radials and non-radials on the
same axle. When fitting snow tires or all-season tires to
performance vehicles, always fit in sets of four. It is not
recommended to fit tires with different speed ratings. If
tires with different speed ratings are installed on a ve-
hicle, they should be installed with like pairs on the
same axle. The speed capability of the vehicle will be-
come limited to that of the lowest speed rated tires.
Use of lift kits with some vehicle/tire combinations can
cause instability. When changing tire sizes, always con-
sult Dealer for optimum rim width and carefully checkvehicle/tire clearances.
RETREADED TIRES
Retreaded passenger and light truck tires are not war-
ranted by Goodyear and Dunlop for any reason. Good-
year and Dunlop speed ratings and U.S. Department of
Transportation test compliance certifications are voided
for retreaded tires.
DO MAINTAIN VEHICLE SUSPENSION, WHEEL
ALIGNMENT AND BALANCE AND ROTATE YOUR
TIRES
Lack of rotation, worn suspension parts, underinflation/
overinflation, wheel imbalance and misalignment can
cause vibration or irregular tire wear. Rotate your tires
according to your vehicle manufacturer’s recommenda-
tions or at maximum intervals of 6,000 miles/10,000 km.
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WHO IS COVERED
The original owner of a MichelinPassenger orLight Truck
tire which bears the Michelin name and complete DOT
identification number.
WHAT IS COVERED AND FOR HOW LONG
Michelin Passenge r and Light Truck tires, used in normal
service on the vehicle on which they were originally
fitted and in accordance with the maintenance recom-
mendations and safety warnings contained in the Own-
er’s Manual and in the Important Tire Safety Informa-
tion Section of this booklet, are covered by this warranty
against defects in workmanship and material for the life
of the original usable tread, or 6 years from the date of
purchase, whichever comes first. At that time, all war-
ranties, express or implied, are terminated. The usable
tread is the original tread down to the level of the tread
wear indicators - 2/32nds of an inch (1.6mm) of tread
remaining. Date of purchase is documented by new
vehicle registration or tire sales invoice. If no proof of
purchase, coverage will be based on date of manufac-
ture.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
Tires which become unserviceable due to:
●Road hazard injury (e.g., a cut, snag, bruise, impact
damage, puncture, whether repairable or not);
●Incorrect mounting of the tire, tire/wheel imbalance,
or improper repair;
●Underinfation, overinflation, improper maintenance
or other abuse;
●Mechanical irregularity in the vehicle such as wheel
misalignment resulting in uneven or rapid wear;
●Accident, fire, chemical corrosion, tire alteration, or
vandalism;
●Ozone or weather cracking.
WHAT MICHELIN WILL DO
PASSENGER AND LIGHT TRUCK TIRESA tire which becomes unserviceable due to a condition
covered by this warranty will be replaced with a compa-
rable new Michelin tire, free of charge, when 2/32nds of
an inch (1.6mm) or less of the original tread is worn, (or
25% or less, whichever is most beneficial to the user) and
within 12 months of the date of purchase. Mounting and
balancing of tires is included. The cost of any other service
charges or applicable taxes are payable by the user.
When more than 2/32nds of an inch of original tread
has been worn (or more than 25%, whichever is most
beneficial to the user) or after 12 months from date of
purchase, the user must pay the cost of a comparable
new Michelin passenger or light truck replacement tire
on a pro-rata b asis.The retailer shall determine the
charge by multiplying the percentage of the original
usable tread worn by the current actual selling price at
the adjustment location or the price on the current Mi-
chelin Base Price List, whichever is lower. This List is
based on a predetermined price intended to fairly rep-
resent the actual selling price of the tire. The cost of
mounting, balancing and any other service charges or
applicable taxes are payable by the user.
WHAT THE CONSUMER MUST DO
When making a claim under the terms of this warranty,
the consumer must present the tire to an authorized
Michelin Retailer. To locate an Authorized Tire Retailer,
check the yellow pages under “Tire Retailers - Retail.” The vehicle on which the tire was used should be avail-
able for inspection.
It is essential that you read and understand the safety
and maintenance recommendations (see Safety Main-
tenance Information) for your tires.
CONDITIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT PROVIDE COMPENSATION
FOR LOSS OF TIME, LOSS OF USE OF VEHICLE, INCONVE-
NIENCE OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE. TIRES PRE-
SENTED FOR CLAIM REMAIN THE PROPERTY OF THE CON-
SUMER AND MICHELIN ACCEPTS NO RESPONSIBILITY
FOR LOSS OF, OR DAMAGE TO, TIRES WHICH ARE IN THE
CUSTODY OR CONTROL OF A MICHELIN TIRE RETAILER
FOR THE PURPOSES OF
INSPECTION FOR WARRANTY
ADJUSTMENT. IN THE EVENT OF A DISPUTED CLAIM, THE
CONSUMER MUST MAKE THE TIRE AVAILABLE FOR FUR-
THER INSPECTION.
NO MICHELIN REPRESENTATIVE, EMPLOYEE OR RE-
TAILER HAS THE AUTHORITY TO MAKE OR IMPLY ANY
REPRESENTATION, PROMISE OR AGREEMENT, WHICH
IN ANY WAY VARIES THE TERMS OF THIS WARRANTY.
THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY IN THE UNITED STATES
AND CANADA.
CONSUMER RIGHTS
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS,
AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY
FROM STATE TO STATE AND PROVINCE TO PROVINCE.
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3. HOW A PRO RATA PRICE IS CALCULATED
The replacement tire price will be determined by multiply-
ing the percentage of the usable tread worn by the Retail-
er’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 Resu lting From Improper Opera-
tion or Maintenance: Load, speed, and inflation practices
causing excessive operational temperatures to exceed
the tire capabilities.
Tire damage (including irregular treadwear) or failure re-
sulting from: improper mounting or demounting, dam-
aged rim, wheel alignment, tire trueing, chain damage,
brakes or any similar mechanical problem, extreme tem-
perature 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 black wall 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 oper-
ated outside the United States and Canada are not
covered under this Policy. For tires on vehicles nor-
mally 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 tr ead wearout coverage up
to a predetermined mileage under this Policy.
Tire(s) used in racing related activities or competi-
tive 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 IM-
PLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MER-
CHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PUR-
POSE. 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 WAR-
RANTY. 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 AU-
THORITY TO MAKE ANY WARRANTY, REPRESENTATION,
PROMISE OR AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF COMPANY EX-
CEPT AS STATED IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.
TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, COMPANY DIS-
CLAIMS LIABILITY FOR ALL CONSEQUENTIAL AND INCI-
DENTAL 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 IN-
CIDENTAL 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 Conti-
nental 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
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CONTINENTAL/GENERAL TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY

SPEED RATINGS
†Speed S peed
Maximum Rating mph km/Hr
M 81 130 N 87 140P 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 maxi-
mum 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 re-
treaded. 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 un-
usual 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 re-
treaded 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 rat-
ings equal to or higher than those fitted as original
equipment (as indicated on the vehicle placard or Own-
er’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.
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 por-
tion of the tire without being
visible onthe outside. If
damage can be seen on the tires or wheels, or if you
suspect that possible impact damage may have oc-
curred, 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 in-
specting 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 dam-
age 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 con-
dition, 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.
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IMPORTANT TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION139

HAZARDS
Objects in the road that threaten a tire should be safely
avoided. These objects arepotholes, 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 your-
self. Tire changing can be dangerous and must be done
by professionally trained persons using proper tools
and procedures as specified by the Rubber Manufactur-
ers Association (RMA). Follow these mounting recom-
mendations. Your tires should be mounted on wheels of
correct size and type and which are in good, clean con-
dition. 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 dam-
aged internal
ly (which is not extern ally 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 de-
signed for tubeless tires, i.e., wheels which have safety
humps or ledges.
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 inspec-
tion or repair process. The repair is entirely the responsi-
bility of the repairer.
Punctures in the tread of a passen-
ger tire which do not exceed 1/4 of an inch (6mm) in
diameter can usually be repaired by following the Rub-
ber 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 manufac-
turers 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 c
ircumstance, 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 align-
ment or balance. These conditions not only shorten the
life of your tires, but adversely affect the handling char-
acteristics of your vehicle which could be dangerous. If
you detect irregular wear or vibration, have your align-
ment and balance checked immediately. Tires which
have been run underinflated will show more wear on the
shoulders than in the center of the tread.
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* Provided by and published at the request of the tire manufacturers/warrantors.
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