tires NISSAN ALTIMA HYBRID 2008 L32A / 4.G Warranty Booklet

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■ ADJUSTMENT COVERAGE
Service adjustments not usually associated with the
replacement of parts, such as wheel alignment, are
covered only during the fi rst 12 months or 12,000
miles, whichever comes fi rst.
■ REFRIGERANT RECHARGE ONLY COVERAGE
Refrigerant recharge not associated with the repair or
replacement of a warranted part is covered only during
the fi rst 12 months, regardless of the mileage.
■ HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLE (HEV) SYSTEM WARRANTY
This warranty covers repairs needed to correct defects in
materials or workmanship of the components listed here
and supplied by Nissan, subject to the exceptions indicated
under "What is Not Covered" sections of this manual:
- Hybrid Vehicle Control ECU
- High Voltage Battery Pack (Hybrid Vehicle Battery)
- Inverter Unit
Coverage is for 96 months or 100,000 miles, whichever occurs fi rst.
NO CHARGEWarranty repairs will be made at no charge for parts and/or
labor (except for batteries and tires, in which case you may pay
certain charges as noted above or as described in the applicable
tire warranty found later in this booklet) . Any needed parts
replacement will be made using genuine Nissan or
Nissan approved new or remanufactured parts.
case and all internal parts, seals and gaskets, clutch cover
and housing, and electronic transmission controls.
DRIVETRAIN
Drive shafts, fi nal drive housing and all internal parts,
propeller shafts, universal joints, bearings, seals and
gaskets.
RESTRAINT SYSTEM
Air bags and related electronic control systems.
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CORROSION COVERAGE (PERFORATION FROM
CORROSION)
Any body sheet metal panel supplied by Nissan found to
have developed perforation (rust-through) due to corro-
sion in normal use is covered for 60 months, regardless
of mileage, except for those items listed under “WHAT IS
NOT COVERED”. No additional rust proofi ng applications
are required. Perforation is a condition in which any body
sheet metal panel has corroded from one surface through
to another.
■ ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT BATTERY COVERAGE*
The coverage period is 36 months or 36,000 miles,
whichever comes fi rst. A defective original equipment battery
which is unserviceable within the fi rst 12 months and 36,000
miles will be replaced free of charge. After 12 months but
within 24 months and 36,000 miles, you will pay 50% of
the replacement battery’s suggested retail price plus any
applicable taxes. After 24 months but within 36 months
and 36,000 miles, you will pay 75% of the replacement
battery’s suggested retail price plus any applicable taxes.
Nissan will pay the rest, including all labor to remove and
replace the defective battery.
TOWING COVERAGE
If your vehicle is inoperative due to the failure of a
warranted part, towing service to the nearest authorized
Nissan dealer is covered for 36 months or 36,000 miles,
whichever comes fi rst.
2008 NEW HYBRID VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY
OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE■ You must take the vehicle to an authorized Nissan dealer
in the United States or Canada during regular business
hours at your expense in order to obtain warranty service.
The names and addresses of authorized Nissan dealers
are listed in telephone directories.
■ Note that complaints related to failure to comply with proper use of the vehicle as described in the applicable OWNER’S
MANUAL (including the lack of availability or use of proper
fuel and fl uids) , or the vehicle’s lack of compliance with local
regulations or environmental requirements of any country
(other than the U.S. or Canada) are not covered by this
warranty.
MAINTENANCE AND RECORDSAs a condition of this warranty, you are responsible for properly
using, maintaining and caring for your vehicle as outlined
in your OWNER’S MANUAL and your NISSAN SERVICE
& MAINTENANCE GUIDE, and maintaining copies of all
maintenance records & receipts for review by Nissan. Failure
to do so is likely to result in the denial of warranty coverage.
Evidence of the performance of the required maintenance
should be kept and presented as proof of such maintenance
in connection with related warranty repairs. To assist you in
maintaining appropriate records, the maintenance log located
in your NISSAN SERVICE & MAINTENANCE GUIDE can be
used along with supporting repair invoices, receipts and other
such records.
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"WHAT IS NOT COVERED." )
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2008 NEW HYBRID VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY
WHAT IS NOT COVEREDDAMAGE, FAILURES OR CORROSION DUE TO
ACCIDENTS, MISUSE OR ALTERATIONS
This warranty does not cover damage, failures or corrosion
resulting from:
■ Accident, theft, fi re, driving through water (including engine water ingestion) or misuse, which includes racing of any
sort whatsoever (Proper use is outlined in your OWNER’S
MANUAL) .
■ Alteration, tampering or improper repair.
■ Installation of non-Nissan approved accessories or components.
■ Improper installation of any Nissan approved or aftermarket accessory or component.
■ Glass breakage, unless resulting from defects in material or workmanship.
■ Normal wear and tear, including dings, dents, chips or
scratches.
ALTERED OR UNCERTAIN ODOMETER MILEAGE
This warranty does not cover repair of any vehicle or any part
of a vehicle of which the odometer mileage has been altered,
or the odometer repaired or replaced and the actual vehicle
mileage cannot be correctly and readily determined.
SALVAGE TITLE
This limited warranty does not apply to any vehicle, and is
rendered void if the vehicle is (or ever has been) issued a
“salvage” or similar title under any state’s law; or has ever been
determined to be a “total loss” or equivalent by any insurance
company, such as by payment of a cash payment of claim in lieu
of repairs because of a determination that the cost of repairs
exceeded the actual cash value of the vehicle.
DAMAGE, FAILURES OR CORROSION FROM
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
This warranty does not cover damage, failures or corrosion
resulting from:
■ Stone chipping, chemical fallout (acid rain) , tree sap, salt, hail, wind-storm, lightning, fl ood or other environmental
conditions.
■ The items listed below are not covered under corrosion coverage (perforation from corrosion) .
• Exhaust system components.
• Corrosion of outer trim parts, such as moldings. However, corrosion of outer trim parts is warranted for
12 months or 12,500 miles, whichever comes fi rst.
• Corrosion other than perforation, such as cosmetic or surface corrosion due to defects in materials
or workmanship. This is covered under the Basic
Coverage of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
• Special bodies or equipment not manufactured or
supplied by Nissan.
DAMAGE, FAILURES OR CORROSION DUE TO LACK
OF OR IMPROPER MAINTENANCE
This warranty does not cover damage, failures or corrosion
resulting from:
■ Lack of performance of proper maintenance services as outlined in your NISSAN SERVICE & MAINTENANCE
GUIDE.
■ Use of improper or dirty fuel, fl uids or lubricants.
■ Use of parts not equivalent in quality or design to parts supplied by Nissan.
MAINTENANCE SERVICE EXPENSE
This warranty does not cover normal maintenance services
as specifi ed in your NISSAN SERVICE & MAINTENANCE
GUIDE such as engine tune-up; cleaning and polishing; wheel
alignment; headlight aiming; replacement of fi lters, replacement
of windshield wiper inserts, replacement of key fob batteries,
lubricants, coolant; worn brake shoes, pads, drums and rotors
and worn clutch discs.
SEAT BELTS, TIRES, AND EMISSION CONTROL
SYSTEM
Seat belts, tires, and the emission control system are not covered
by this warranty, but are covered by separate warranties.
(See following pages for separate warranties which may apply
to your Nissan, such as those covering vehicle emissions,
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WHO IS COVEREDThe owner of a BFGoodrich Passenger or Light Truck tire
which bears the BFGoodrich name and complete DOT
identifi cation number.
WHAT IS COVERED AND FOR HOW LONG
BFGoodrich Passenger and Light Truck tires, used in normal
service on the vehicle on which they were originally fi tted
and in accordance with the maintenance recommendations
and safety warnings contained in the owner’s manual and
in the Important Tire Safety Information 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 fi rst. At that time, all warranties, 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 manufacture.
WHAT IS NOT COVEREDTires 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;
• Underinfl ation, overinfl ation, improper maintenance or other abuse;
• Mechanical irregularity in the vehicle such as wheel misalignment resulting in uneven or rapid wear;
• Accident, fi re, chemical corrosion, tire alteration, or vandalism;
• Ozone or weather cracking.
WHAT BFGOODRICH WILL DO
PASSENGER AND LIGHT TRUCK TIRES
A tire which becomes unserviceable due to a condition
covered by this warranty will be replaced with a comparable
new BFGoodrich 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 benefi cial 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
and 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 benefi cial
to the user) or after 12 months from date of purchase, the
user must pay the cost of a comparable new BFGoodrich
passenger or light truck replacement tire on a pro rata basis.
The dealer 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 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. The
cost of mounting, balancing and any other service charges
and applicable taxes are payable by the user.
BFGOODRICH TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY
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WHAT THE CONSUMER MUST DOWhen making a claim under the terms of this warranty, the
consumer must present the tire to an authorized BFGoodrich
Dealer. To locate an Authorized Tire Dealer, check the
yellow pages under “Tire Dealers - Retail.”
The vehicle on which the tire was used should be available
for inspection.
It is essential that you read and understand the safety and
maintenance recommendations (see Safety Maintenance
Information) for your tires.
CONDITIONS AND EXCLUSIONSTHIS WARRANTY DOES NOT PROVIDE COMPENSATION
FOR LOSS OF TIME, LOSS OF USE OF VEHICLE,
INCONVENIENCE OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE.
TIRES PRESENTED FOR CLAIM REMAIN THE
PROPERTY OF THE CONSUMER AND BFGOODRICH
BRAND ACCEPTS NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR LOSS OF,
OR DAMAGE TO, TIRES WHICH ARE IN THE CUSTODY
OR CONTROL OF A BFGOODRICH TIRE DEALER FOR
THE PURPOSE OF INSPECTION FOR WARRANTY
ADJUSTMENT. IN THE EVENT OF A DISPUTED CLAIM,
THE CONSUMER MUST MAKE THE TIRE AVAILABLE
FOR FURTHER INSPECTION.
NO BFGOODRICH REPRESENTATIVE, EMPLOYEE OR
DEALER 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.
SAFETY MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
Read your vehicle owners manual, the information on the
sidewall of your tires, the vehicle tire information placard
and the Important Tire Safety Information section of this
booklet for essential safety and maintenance information.THE WARRANTORThe warrantor of BFGoodrich Tires is Michelin North
America, Inc. 1 Parkway South, P.O. Box 19001, Greenville,
South Carolina 29602-9001.
For Consumer Assistance, Please Call Toll Free:
1-877-788-8899
Or Write:
Consumer Relations
P.O. Box 19026, Greenville, SC 29602-9026
DANGERDisregarding 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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ELIGIBILITYYou are covered under the terms of this warranty if you
are the fi rst retail purchaser or authorized agent of the fi rst
retail purchaser of any new Bridgestone or Firestone tire
bearing the Bridgestone or Firestone name and Department
of Transportation (DOT) assigned identifi cation number,
produced after July 3, 1994 (274) , and if your tire has been
used only on the vehicle on which it was originally installed
in non-commercial service and is of a size equivalent to or
greater than that specifi ed by the vehicle’s manufacturer.
WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS & FOR
HOW LONG
If, (i) before wearing down to 2/32nds of an inch of tread
depth remaining (i.e., worn down to the top of the built-in
indicators in the tread grooves) , (ii) before 6 years from
the date of purchase (proof of purchase required) , or (iii)
before 6 years from the date of manufacture (whichever
occurs fi rst) , any Bridgestone or Firestone tire covered
by this warranty becomes unusable for any reason within
the manufacturer’s control, such tire will be replaced with
an equivalent Bridgestone or Firestone tire on the basis
set forth below.
WHAT THE WARRANTY DOES NOT
COVER
1. Tire damage or irregular wear due to: A. Road Hazards.
Including, without limitation, puncture, cut, impact break, bruise, bulge, snag, etc.
B. Continued use while run fl at or under acute under- infl ation. C. Improper Use or Operation.
Including, without limitation, improper infl ation
pressure, overloading, use of an improper rim,
vehicle misalignment, tire/wheel assembly imbalance
or other vehicle conditions, worn suspension
components, improper mounting or demounting,
misuse, misapplication, negligence, tire spinning,
tire chain damage, chemical contamination, fi re
or other externally generated heat, water or other
material trapped inside the tire during mounting, tire
alteration, racing or competition purposes, improper
insertion of sealant, balance or fi ller materials.
D. Improper Repair.
2. Ride disturbance claims submitted after 1/32nd inch of treadwear or for 4 or more tires from the same
vehicle.
3. The cost of applicable federal, state, and local taxes.
4. Tires purchased and normally used outside the continental United States.
5. Claims for weather/ozone cracking after 4 years from the date of purchase (proof of purchase required) or
if not known, 4 years from the date of manufacture.
6. Failure to observe any of the safety and maintenance precautions contained in the “Important Tire Safety
Information” section of this booklet.
This warranty is in addition to and/or may be limited by any
other applicable written warranty concerning special tires
or situations you may have received.
“LIMITED WARRANTY” Bridgestone
and Firestone Brand Passenger & Light
Truck Tires
REPLACEMENT PRICE
Radial passenger and light truck tires adjusted under this
warranty will be replaced free of charge during the fi rst 25%
of treadwear or within the fi rst 12 months after purchase
(Proof of Purchase and Purchase Date are required) ,
whichever occurs fi rst.
During the free replacement period, mounting and balancing
are included free of charge.
After the free replacement period, to determine the
replacement price, the percent of used treadwear is
multiplied by the owner-user’s regular buying price. Taxes,
mounting, balancing, and other service charges will be
added to the adjustment replacement price.
IN CANADA, the tire will be adjusted at dealerships
(subject always to dealer discretion) at a predetermined
“Adjustment Price”.
Replacement Warranty . If you receive a tire under this
warranty, it will be covered by the warranty then given
on that tire.
Where to go. See your Bridgestone or Firestone retailer
listed in Yellow Pages under Tire Dealers-Retail.
CONSUMER RIGHTSThis warranty gives you specifi c legal rights, and you may
also have other rights which vary from state to state and
in Canada from province to province.
BRIDGESTONE/FIRESTONE TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY
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CONDITIONS & EXCLUSIONSTO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, BRIDGESTONE/
FIRESTONE, INC. DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR ANY
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF TIME, OR LOSS
OF VEHICLE USE, OR INCONVENIENCE.
Some states do no allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation
or exclusion may not apply to you.
This warranty applies only to consumers actually using
the tire in the United States and Canada. For warranty
conditions outside the United States and Canada, see your
local Bridgestone or Firestone distributor.
Obligations under this policy may not be enlarged or
altered by anyone.
Important: In accordance with Federal Law, this warranty
has been designated as a “Limited Warranty”. Nothing
in this warranty is intended to be a representation that
tire failures cannot occur. This warranty is given by
Bridgestone/Firestone, Inc., One Bridgestone Park,
Nashville, TN 37214 and in Canada by Bridgestone
Canada, Inc., 5770 Hurontario St. Suite 400, Mississauga,
Ontario, Canada L5R 3G5.
OWNER-USER’S OBLIGATIONIt is owner-user’s obligation to operate tires within tire
load and specifi cation limits and at cold air pressures specifi ed by your vehicle manufacturer for load and speed
according to individual tire size, type, and load capacity.

It is also the owner-user’s obligation to maintain proper
alignment of wheels, and to maintain proper tire/wheel
assembly balance.
In case of adjustment claim, owner-user must present the
tire to a Bridgestone or Firestone retailer, complete and
sign the customer section of the Bridgestone/Firestone,
Inc. warranty claim form, and pay appropriate replacement
price, taxes and service charges.
We strongly recommend that you have your Bridgestone or
Firestone retailer inspect tires any time you notice irregular
or uneven treadwear or every 5,000 miles or at vehicle
manufacturer’s recommended mileage, if sooner.
Note: For your convenience, your nearest authorized
Nissan Dealership will also assist you with your Tire
Service Requirements or in obtaining tire warranty
service from the tire manufacturer.
THE WARRANTORThe warrantor of Bridgestone and Firestone tires is:
Bridgestone/Firestone, Inc., ATTN: Technical Services,
One Bridgestone Park, Nashville, TN 37214.
For Customer Assistance:
1-800-847-3272
SAFETY INFORMATIONAny tire, no matter how well constructed, may fail in
use as a result of punctures, impact damage, improper
infl ation, overloading, or other conditions resulting
from use or misuse. Tire failure may create a risk
of serious personal injury or property damage. To
reduce risk of tire failure, we strongly recommend you
read and follow all safety information contained in the
Important Tire Safety Information section contained
in this booklet, the tire placard in the vehicle or the
Owner’s Manual.
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WHO IS ELIGIBLE?You are eligible for the benefi ts of this Limited Warranty if:• You are the owner or authorized agent of the owner of new Dunlop highway auto, light truck or temporary
spare tires supplied as original equipment on your
vehicle, and
• Your tires bear Department of Transportation prescribed tire identifi cation numbers and your tires have been
used only on the vehicle on which they were originally
installed according to the vehicle manufacturer or
Dunlop recom-mendations, and
•
Your vehicle was purchased on or after March 1, 2003.
WHAT IS COVERED AND FOR HOW
LONG?
FREE TIRE REPLACEMENT
Any Dunlop tire eligible under the provisions of this limited
warranty and removed from service due to a covered
warranty condition during the fi rst 2/32" treadwear or 12
months from date of purchase, whichever occurs fi rst,
will be replaced with a comparable new Dunlop tire at no
charge. Mounting and balancing are included. (Without
proof of purchase, date of manufacture will be used to
determine age.)
TEMPORARY SPARE TIRES
Any Dunlop temporary spare tire eligible under the
provisions of this limited warranty and removed from
service due to a covered warranty condition during the
fi rst 50 percent of usable treadwear will be replaced with a
comparable new Dunlop temporary spare tire at no charge,
including mounting.
PRORATED ADJUSTMENT
A tire not eligible for no-charge replacement that is
removed from service due to a covered warranty condition
will be replaced with a comparable new Dunlop tire on a
prorated basis.
DUNLOP PASSENGER TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY
HOW WILL PRORATED
CHARGES BE CALCULATED?
Replacement price will be calculated by multiplying the tire’s
advertised retail selling price at the time of adjustment by the
percentage of usable original tread that has been worn off.
You pay for mounting, balancing and applicable taxes.
Example: If your disabled tire had an original 8/32" of
usable treadwear and is worn to 4/32" usable tread
remaining, you have used 50 percent and, therefore, must
pay 50 percent of the current advertised selling price of the
replacement tire. If the price of the new replacement tire
is $80, the cost to you would be $40 plus any additional
charges such as mounting, balancing and applicable
taxes.
WHAT IS A COMPARABLE TIRE?A comparable new Dunlop tire may either be the same line
of tire or, in the event that the tire is not available, a tire of
the same basic construction and quality with a different
side-wall or tread confi guration. If a higher priced tire is
accepted as replacement, the difference in price will be
at an additional charge to you.
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONSA tire has delivered its full original treadlife and the coverage
of this warranty ends when the treadwear indicators
become visible (worn to 2/32") , or six (6) years from the
date of original tire manufacture or new tire purchase date.
(Without proof of purchase, date of manufacture will be
used to determine age.)
Any replacement tire provided pursuant to this warranty
will be covered by the Dunlop warranty in effect at the
time of replacement.
LIMITATIONSThis limited warranty is applicable only in the United States
and Canada.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY
THIS WARRANTY?
This limited warranty does not cover the following:
• Tires submitted for ride disturbance complaints that are worn beyond the fi rst two thirty-seconds of an inch
(2/32") tread depth.
• Dunlop does not warrant or give credit in any adjustment transaction for any kind of material added to a tire (e.g.,
tire fi llers, sealants, balancing substances) after the
tire leaves a factory producing Dunlop tires, nor will
it adjust any tire that has failed as a result of adding
such material.
• Irregular wear or damage due to mechanical condition of the vehicle, improper infl ation, overloading, high speed
spin-up, misapplication, misuse, negligence, racing,
use of tire chains, improper mounting or demounting,
improper repair, wreck, collision or fi re.
• Road hazards (includes, but not limited to, punctures, cuts, snags, impact breaks, etc.) .
• Any tire that after leaving a factory producing Dunlop tires has been intentionally altered to change its
appearance (e.g., white inlay on a black tire, regrooving
or siping) .
• Tires with weather-cracking that were purchased more than four (4) years prior to presentation for adjustment
or, if purchase date cannot be verifi ed, manufactured
more than four (4) years prior to presentation for
adjustment.
• Loss of time, inconvenience, loss of vehicle use, incidental or consequential damages.
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WHAT ARE YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS?Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion
or limitation of incidental or consequential damages,
so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to
you. No representative or dealer has authority to make
any representation, promise, or agreement on behalf of
Goodyear Dunlop Tires North America, Ltd. (GDTNA) ,
except as stated herein.
Any tire, no matter how well constructed, may fail in
service or otherwise become unserviceable due to
conditions beyond the control of the manufacturer. Under
no circumstances is this warranty a representation that a
tire failure cannot occur.
This warranty gives you specifi c legal rights, and you may
also have other rights that vary from state to state and in
Canada province to province.
HOW DO YOU OBTAIN AN
ADJUSTMENT?
A. You must present the tire to be adjusted to an authorized Dunlop service facility. Tires replaced on an adjustment
basis become the property of Goodyear Dunlop Tires
North America, Ltd. or Goodyear Canada Inc.
B. You must pay for taxes and any additional services you order at the time of adjustment.
C. You must submit your claim on a GDTNA claim form supplied by an authorized Dunlop service facility. The
form must be fi lled out completely and signed by you,
the owner of the tire presented for adjustment, or your
authorized agent.
TIRE CARE AND MAINTENANCE GUIDEThe easiest way to help ensure satisfactory mileage and
performance from your Dunlop tires is to give them a simple
but frequent inspection for proper infl ation, even treadwear,
and the presence of any damage.
DO MAINTAIN PROPER INFLATION
PRESSURE IN YOUR TIRES
Proper infl ation pressure is necessary for optimum tire
per-formance, safety and fuel economy. To maintain proper
infl ation pressure, frequently check tires (when they are
cool) with an accurate tire pressure gauge.*
For example, it is diffi cult to tell just by looking at radial
tires whether they are underinfl ated.
Furthermore, when operating a vehicle equipped with
radial tires, it is diffi cult to notice when a tire has gone
fl at or nearly fl at since the “feel” of the vehicle does not
change signifi cantly.
*Evidence of air loss or repeated underinfl ation
always requires expert inspection to determine the
source of leakage and tire removal to determine
repairability. To avoid injury, NEVER attempt to reinfl ate
a tire that has been run severely underinfl ated.
Progressive air loss may result from punctures, cuts, curbing,
impacts or partial bead unseating. Some fi tment causes for
air loss are (1) incomplete bead seating, (2) bead tearing
caused by a machine tool due to insuffi cient lubrication or
improper adjustment, (3) leaking valve core or rubber valve
components. These should be replaced when problems
are detected and whenever tires are replaced.
Always maintain infl ation pressure at the level
recommended by the vehicle manufacturer as shown
on the vehicle placard or in the owner’s manual: Underinfl ation is the leading cause of tire failure and
may result in severe cracking, component separation or
“blowout.” It reduces tire load capacity, allows excessive
sidewall fl exing and increases rolling resistance, resulting in
heat and mechanical damage. Maintaining proper infl ation
pressure is the single most important thing you can do to
ensure tire durability and maximum treadlife.
Overinfl ation increases stiffness, which may deteriorate
ride and generate unwanted vibration. Overinfl ation also
increases the chances of impact damage.
DON’T OVERLOAD YOUR VEHICLECheck your vehicle owner’s manual to determine the load
limits. Overloading your vehicle places stress on your tires
and other critical vehicle components. Overloading a vehicle
can cause poor handling, increased fuel consumption and
may cause tire failure.
Never fi t your vehicle with new tires that have less load
capacity than shown on the vehicle tire placard and
remember that optimum rim width is important for proper
tire load distribution and function.
The maximum load capacity stamped on the sidewalls of
P-Metric tires is reduced by 10 percent when used on a
light truck, utility vehicle or trailer. Never fi t P-Metric tires to
light trucks that specify LT-type replacement tires.
DON'T SPIN YOUR TIRES EXCESSIVELYAvoid excessive tire spinning when your vehicle is stuck in
snow, ice, mud or sand. The centrifugal forces generated
by a free-spinning tire/wheel assembly may cause sudden
tire explosion resulting in vehicle damage and/or serious
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personal injury to you or a bystander. Never exceed 35
mph/60 km/h as indicated on your speedometer. Use a
gentle backward and forward rocking motion to free your
vehicle for continued driving. Never stand near or behind a
tire spinning at high speed as, for example, while attempting
to push a vehicle that is stuck or when an on-the-car spin
balance machine is in use.
DO CHECK YOUR TIRES FOR WEARAlways remove tires from service when they reach two
thirty-seconds of an inch (2/32") remaining tread depth.
All new tires have treadwear indicators which appear as
smooth banks in the tread grooves when they wear to
the two thirty-seconds of an inch (2/32") level. Many wet
weather accidents result from skidding on bald or nearly
bald tires. Excessively worn tires are also more susceptible
to penetrations.
SIDEWALL TREATMENTSDunlop sidewalls are specially compounded to resist ozone
cracking or weather-cracking.
Use a mild soap solution to clean sidewalls, white striping
or lettering, and rinse off with plain water. Instruct service
per-sonnel and customers never to apply any other material
to enhance sidewall appearance. These may degrade rubber
and remove inherent ozone resistance.
DO CHECK YOUR TIRES FOR DAMAGEFrequent inspection of your tires for signs of damage and
their general condition is important for safety. If you have
any questions, have your tire dealer inspect them. Impacts,
penetrations, cracks, knots, bulges, or air loss always
require tire removal and expert inspection. Never perform
a temporary repair or use an innertube as a substitute for a
proper repair. Only qualifi ed persons should repair tires.
PROPER TIRE REPAIRNOTE : Dunlop does not warrant any inspection or repair
process. The repair is entirely the responsibility of the
repairer and should be made in accordance with established
Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA) procedures.
DON’T ATTEMPT TO MOUNT
YOUR OWN TIRES
Serious injury may result from explosion of tire/rim
assembly due to improper mounting procedures. Follow
tire manufacturer’s instructions and match tire diameter
to rim surfaces. 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, Dunlop recommends
fi tment of four (4) tires of the same type and size unless
otherwise specifi ed by the vehicle manufacturer.
FOLLOW THESE ADDITIONAL
GUIDELINES:
Fit newest tires on rear axle. If radials and non-radials must
be fi tted to the same vehicle, fi t radials on rear axle. Never
mix radials and non-radials on the same axle. When fi tting
snow tires or all-season tires to performance vehicles,
always fi t in sets for four. Do not fi t tires with different
speed ratings.
Use of lift kits with some vehicle/tire combinations can
cause instability. When changing tire sizes, always consult
dealer for optimum rim width and carefully check vehicle/tire
clearances.
RETREADED TIRESRetreaded passenger and light truck tires are not warranted
by Dunlop for any reason. Dunlop speed ratings and U.S.
Department of Transportation test compliance certifi cations
are voided for retreaded tires.
DO MAINTAIN VEHICLE SUSPENSION,
WHEEL ALIGNMENT AND BALANCE
AND ROTATE YOUR TIRES
Lack of rotation, worn suspension parts, underinfl ation/over-
infl ation, wheel imbalance, and misalignment can cause
vibration or irregular tire wear. Rotate your tires according
to your vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations or at
maximum intervals of 6,000 miles/10,000 km.
LIGHTWEIGHT TEMPORARY
SPARE TIRES IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
• Limit vehicle speed when using the lightweight temporary spare tire to 50 mph/80 km/h or less.
• Check the infl ation pressure before using and at least weekly. Maintain cold tire pressure in accordance with
that molded on the tire sidewall or found in your vehicle
owner’s manual. When infl ating or adding air to light-
weight temporary spare tire, be very careful, since the
smaller tire volume can gain pressure quickly. Leave
valve core in place and add infl ation air in short bursts.
Check the pressure often with an in-line or hand gauge
until the specifi ed pressure is reached.
• The lightweight temporary spare tire may lower ground clear-ance when used. Reduce speed and avoid driving
over large obstacles or through chuckholes and other
road hazards.
• Check your car owner’s manual for other special clearance precautions when using the lightweight
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temporary spare tire provided in your vehicle.
• Because your lightweight temporary spare tire was specifi cally designed for your car, it should not be used
on any other vehicle.
• Do not use snow chains on your lightweight temporary spare tire. This could cause damage to your vehicle.
• Your lightweight temporary spare has very limited wear potential (up to 300 miles/500 km) .
• In order to conserve tire treadlife, the lightweight temporary spare tire should be returned to your trunk
as soon as the standard tire has been repaired or
replaced. Never use the spare if treadwear indicator
(TWI) bars are exposed or it is worn to the last 2/32"
tread depth.
• Do not use your original equipment lightweight temporary spare tire on any other than its original
equipment rim. The replacement lightweight temporary
spare tire must match the original equipment tire
removed from your lightweight temporary spare rim.
Check the tire for the lightweight temporary spare tire
size marking designation and compare size markings
with those found on both your original lightweight
temporary spare and rim.
NOTE: Your original equipment lightweight temporary
spare tire and rim combination is not the same size as the
other tires and rims with which your vehicle is equipped.
Standard tires, snow tires, conventional wheel covers or
rim rings should not be fi tted to your lightweight temporary
spare tire rim or assembly.
• Improper mounting can cause tire/rim assembly explosion and serious injury. Tire Fitters: Follow tire
manufacturer’s instructions and match tire diameter to
rim diameter. Mount the lightweight temporary spare
tire only on a rim originally fi tted with a temporary spare
of the same size. Lubricate beads and rim contact
surfaces. Lock assembly on mounting machine or
place in a safety cage. STAND BACK; infl ate in short
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bursts with extension hose, clip-on chuck on in-line
gauge. Never exceed 40 psi to seat beads or use
a volatile substance or a rubber “donut” to aid bead
seating. Only specially trained persons should mount
lightweight temporary spare tires.
Dunlop brand tires are serviced by The Goodyear Tire &
Rubber Company and Goodyear Canada Inc. through
authorized Dunlop outlets.
You must go to an authorized Dunlop outlet for replacement
tires and all warranty service.
THE WARRANTOR The warrantor of Dunlop tires is Goodyear/Dunlop N.A.
Limited at 1144 East Market Street, Akron, Ohio 44136-
0001
FOR SERVICE ASSISTANCE OR
INFORMATION:
• FIRST CONTACT THE NEAREST DUNLOP RETAILER.
• IF ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE IS REQUIRED: IN THE UNITED STATES:
Call (800) 321-2136, or write:
Goodyear/Dunlop Consumer Relations Dept. 728
1144 East Market Street, Akron, OH 44316-0001 IN CANADA:
Call (800) 387-3288, or write:
Goodyear/Dunlop Consumer Relations Department 450 Kipling Avenue
Toronto, Ontario M8Z 5E1
SAFETY WARNINGSSerious injury or property damage may result from:
• TIRE FAILURE DUE TO UNDERINFLATION/ OVERLOADING:
Follow the owner’s manual, tire placard in vehicle, or Important Tire Safety Information located in this
booklet.
• EXPLOSION OF TIRE/RIM ASSEMBLY DUE TO IMPROPER MOUNTING:
Only specially trained persons should mount tires.
• FAILURE TO MOUNT RADIAL TIRES ON APPROVED RIMS.
• FAILURE TO DEFLATE SINGLE OR DUAL ASSEMBLIES COMPLETELY BEFORE DEMOUNTING.
• TIRE SPINNING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES SUCH AS SNOW, MUD, ICE, ETC. DO NOT SPIN TIRES
IN EXCESS OF 35 MPH (55 KPH) , AS INDICATED
ON THE SPEEDOMETER. PERSONAL INJURY
AND SEVERE DAMAGE MAY RESULT FROM
EXCESSIVE WHEEL SPINNING, INCLUDING TIRE
DISINTEGRATION OR AXLE FAILURE.