air condition NISSAN VERSA HATCHBACK 2009 1.G Warranty Booklet

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FOR HOW LONG AND WHAT IS
COVERED Q BASIC COVERAGE
• The basic coverage period is 36 months or 36,000 miles,
whichever comes fi rst.
• This warranty covers any repairs needed to correct defects
in materials or workmanship of all parts and components
of each new Nissan vehicle supplied by Nissan except for
the exclusions or items listed under the caption “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 specifi c coverage applies instead of the
basic coverage.
• Bedliners will be repaired to commercially acceptable
standards subject to the conditions and limitations listed
in "WHAT IS NOT COVERED."
Q POWERTRAIN COVERAGE
• The Powertrain coverage period is 60 months or 60,000
miles, whichever comes fi rst.
• This warranty covers any repairs needed to correct defects
in materials or workmanship.
• Powertrain coverage applies to components listed below,
supplied by Nissan except for those items listed under the
caption “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
injectors, intake and exhaust manifolds and supercharger,
fl ywheel, seals, and gaskets.
TRANSMISSION AND TRANSAXLE
Case and all internal parts, torque converter and converter
housing, automatic transmission control module, transfer
2009 NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY
1 Nissan indicates Nissan North America, Inc., P.O. Box 685003, Franklin, TN 37068-5003 which distributes Nissan vehicles in the United States.2 See the Owner’s Manual for information relevant to proper operation of the vehicle, including the recommended fuels and fl uids.WHO IS THE WARRANTORNissan
1 warrants all parts of your 2009 Nissan vehicle supplied
by Nissan, except for those listed elsewhere under the caption
“WHAT IS NOT COVERED.”
APPLICABILITYQ This warranty is provided to the original and subsequent
owner(s) of a Nissan vehicle originally distributed by
Nissan which is originally sold by a Nissan authorized
Nissan dealership in the United States, and which is
registered in the U.S. and normally operated in the
United States (including Alaska and Hawaii) , the United
States territories (specifi cally Guam, Saipan, American
Samoa, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands) , and
Canada.
Q This warranty is generally transferable from the
original ‘owner other than a Nissan dealer’ (OWNER)
to subsequent owners of the vehicle at any time
ownership of the vehicle is transferred, without any
action on your part; except that this warranty is not
transferable but is instead VOID if during the fi rst
six months after delivery to the original OWNER: (1)
ownership of the vehicle is transferred from the original
OWNER, and (2) the vehicle is registered outside of
the United States.
Q Your Nissan vehicle is manufactured to meet U.S.
regulations and environmental requirements. With
the exception of privately owned vehicles belonging to
members of the U.S. military or employees and offi cers
of the United States Government stationed abroad,
this warranty does not apply if an otherwise covered
vehicle is operated in, or relocated to, a country other
than those listed above under this caption, except that
it continues to apply if the vehicle is operated in full
compliance with its proper use as described in the
applicable OWNER’S MANUAL
2 while touring outside of the United States, the U.S. territories or
Canada for a period
not exceeding sixty (60) consecutive days or sixty (60) days in
any one 12 month period. Subject to the transferability restriction
described above, this warranty applies to a relocated vehicle
which is returned to, and is registered and normally operated
in the United States, the U.S. territories or Canada, except for
conditions due to the vehicle’s foreign operation, e.g., use of
inappropriate fuels or other fl uids.
LIMITATION OF WARRANTIES AND OTHER WAR-
RANTY TERMS AND STATE LAW RIGHTSEXTRA EXPENSES - LIMITATIONS OF DAMAGES
This warranty does not cover incidental or consequential
damages such as loss of the use of the vehicle, incon-
venience or commercial loss.ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FIT-
NESS 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 limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not
apply to you. This warranty gives you specifi c legal rights, and
you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Nissan does not authorize any person to create for it any other
warranty, obligation or liability in connection with this vehicle.
THE WARRANTY BEGINSThe warranty period begins on the date the vehicle is delivered
to the fi rst retail buyer or put into use, whichever is earlier.
Nissan makes available to you, and you are specifi cally required
by Federal Law to use BBB AUTO LINE [(800) 955-5100] before
exercising rights or seeking remedies under the Federal Magnuson-
Moss Warranty Act, 15 U.S.C. §2301, et. seq. You are not required
to fi rst use BBB AUTO LINE if you seek remedies not created by
Title I of that Federal law, except that you are required to fi rst use
BBB AUTO LINE in good faith if you seek remedies created by
state law, including your state's lemon law, if applicable state law
provides for using a 703 compliant or similar process before fi ling
suit. Please refer to pp. 2-3 of this booklet and the "Supplement to
2009 Nissan Warranty Information Booklet & 2009 Nissan Owner's
Manual" for additional information.

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Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.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.OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICEQ 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. 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.
Q
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.
Q
ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT BATTERY COVERAGE
(For replacement battery coverage, see page 43)
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.
2009 NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY
Q If you require warranty service outside of the United
States (see terms under caption “APPLICABILITY”) ,
contact an authorized Nissan dealer in that country.
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., the
listed U.S. territories 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.(Continued on page 6)
(See following page for
"WHAT IS NOT COVERED." )

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2009 NEW 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:
Q 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) .
Q Alteration, tampering or improper repair.
Q Installation of non-Nissan approved accessories or
components.
Q Improper installation of any Nissan approved or
aftermarket accessory or component.
Q Glass breakage, unless resulting from defects in
material or workmanship.
Q 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 whose 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:Q Stone chipping, chemical fallout (acid rain) , tree sap, salt,
hail, wind-storm, lightning, fl ood or other environmental
conditions.
Q 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:
Q Lack of performance of proper maintenance services as
outlined in your NISSAN SERVICE & MAINTENANCE
GUIDE.
Q Use of improper or dirty fuel, fl uids or lubricants.
Q 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, DROP-IN BEDLINERS AND
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
Seat belts, tires, drop-in bedliners and the emission control
system are not covered by this warranty, but are covered by
separate warranties.NISSAN SPRAY-IN BEDLINERS
Nissan Spray-in Bedliners will be repaired to commercially
acceptable standards which may include minor appearance
differences from the original bedliner.
(See following pages for
separate
warranties which may apply
to your Nissan, such as those covering vehicle emissions,
seat belts, and tires.)

10The following statement is required to be provided by
regulations of the California Air Resources Board.YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND
OBLIGATIONSThe California Air Resources Board is pleased to explain
the emission control system warranty on your 2009 vehicle.
3
In California, new motor vehicles must be designed, built
and equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog
standards. Nissan
4 must warrant the emission control
system on your vehicle for the periods of time listed below
provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper
maintenance of your vehicle.
Your emission control system may include parts such as the
fuel-injection system, the ignition system, catalytic converter
and engine computer. Also included may be hoses, belts,
connectors and other emission-related assemblies.
Where a warrantable condition exists, Nissan will repair
your vehicle at no cost to you including diagnosis, parts
and labor.
CALIFORNIA VEHICLE EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTIES
1,2
1 These warranties apply to all California and 50-state emission equipped 2009 model year Nissan vehicles sold for registration as new vehicles in California, Maine, Massachusetts,
Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, New Jersery, Oregon, Washington, or Vermont only.2 These warranties additionally apply to all Model Year 2009 Zero Emissions Vehicles (ZEVs) and Partial Zero Emissions Vehicles (PZEVs) sold in the states of New York and New
Jersey. 3 Throughout this Limited Emission Control Warranty, “vehicle” means a Nissan model vehicle.4 Nissan indicates Nissan North America, Inc., P.O. Box 685003, Franklin, TN 37068-5003 which distributes Nissan vehicles in the United States.5 The performance and defect warranty coverage for the California Emission Altima-SULEV, Rogue-SULEV, Versa-SULEV, and Sentra-SULEV ONLY is 15 years/150,000 miles,
whichever occurs fi rst.
(Continued on page 11)OWNER’S WARRANTY
RESPONSIBILITIESAs the vehicle owner, you are responsible for the
performance of the required maintenance listed in your
owner’s manual. Nissan recommends that you retain all
receipts covering maintenance on your vehicle, but Nissan
cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for
your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled
maintenance.
You are responsible for presenting your vehicle to a Nissan
dealer as soon as a problem exists. The warranty repairs
should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not
to exceed 30 days.
As the vehicle owner, you should also be aware that Nissan
may deny you warranty coverage if your vehicle or a part
has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance
or unapproved modifi cations.
If you have any questions regarding your warranty
rights and responsibilities, you should contact Nissan’s
Consumer Affairs Department at 1-800-NISSAN-1
(1-800-647-7261) or the California Air Resources Board
at 9528 Telstar Avenue, El Monte CA 91731.
MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY
COVERAGE
5
For 3 years or 50,000 miles (whichever occurs fi rst):
1) If your vehicle fails a Smog Check inspection, all
necessary repairs and adjustments will be made
by Nissan to ensure that your vehicle passes the
inspection. This is your emission control system
PERFORMANCE WARRANTY.
2) If any emission-related part on your vehicle is
defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by
Nissan. This is your short-term emission control
system DEFECTS WARRANTY.
For 7 years or 70,000 miles (whichever occurs fi rst):
If an emission-related part listed in this warranty
booklet specially noted with coverage for 7
years or 70,000 miles is defective, the part will
be repaired or replaced by Nissan. This is your
long-term emission control system DEFECTS
WARRANTY.

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CALIFORNIA VEHICLE EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTIES
Maintenance Service and Replacement Parts
Important information concerning maintenance service
and replacement parts is in the Limited Warranty on
Nissan Replacement Parts and Accessories section of this
booklet. No warranty claim will be denied solely because a
non-Nissan part was used for maintenance or repair.
California Vehicle Inspection Program
Under this program, if your vehicle fails a “smog check” test,
you may choose to have diagnosis of the failure and repairs
made at a Nissan dealer or at another service facility. If
the inspection failure is the result of a condition covered
by these warranties, you must take your vehicle to an
authorized Nissan dealer for warranty repairs. This includes
parts, labor and diagnosis. You must pay for diagnostic
costs if performed at another service facility except in the
case of emergency repairs as outlined below.
You must pay for all diagnostic and repair costs of an
inspection failure as required by law if the failure was
caused by conditions not covered by these warranties. If
the failure is the result of a combination of conditions, you
must pay for only the diagnostic and repair costs related
to items not covered by these warranties.
After the 3 year/50,000 mile performance warranty has
passed, a “smog check” test failure due to a defect in a part
which is warranted for 7 years/70,000 miles is covered
5.
WHAT IS NOT COVEREDThese warranties do not cover:
1. Normal maintenance, service and parts replacement
as outlined in the emission control maintenance
instructions of your OWNER’S MANUAL and your
NISSAN SERVICE & MAINTENANCE GUIDE
.
2. Failures directly as a result of:

Lack of performance of required emission control
maintenance as outlined in your OWNER’s MANUAL
and your
NISSAN SERVICE & MAINTENANCE
GUIDE
.
Misuse, accident or modifi cation.
Improper adjustment or installation of parts during the
performance of maintenance (non-warranty)
services. Tampering with or disconnecting any part
affecting vehicle emissions.
The use of fuel other than that specified
in your OWNER’S MANUAL or fuel with
contaminants which the fuel fi lter is not designed
to remove.
3. In the case of the Performance Warranty, the use
of any non-Nissan part not certifi ed in accordance
with Federal requirements which is defective or
not equivalent from an emissions stand point to
the original equipment part.
4. In the case of the Defects Warranty, parts not
supplied by Nissan or damage to other parts
caused directly by non-Nissan parts.
5. In the case of the Performance Warranty, costs of
determining the cause of a vehicle failing a Cali
fornia “smog check” test if such failure is found
not to be covered.
WHAT YOU MUST DOIn order to obtain warranty service you must deliver the
vehicle to any authorized Nissan dealer in the United
States at your expense. You are responsible for the
required maintenance on your vehicle as outlined in the
maintenance instructions in your
NISSAN SERVICE &
MAINTENANCE GUIDE
. Nissan recommends that you
retain all receipts covering maintenance on your vehicle,
but Nissan cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of
receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of
all scheduled maintenance.
WHAT NISSAN WILL DOWarranty repairs will be made at no charge for parts and/
or labor, including diagnosis and tax. Any needed parts
re-placement will be made using new or remanufactured
parts.OTHER WARRANTY TERMSPerformance Warranty Claims Procedure
You may make a claim under the Performance Warranty
immediately after the failure of a “smog check” test. You
must provide proof of this failure when making your claim in
order to avoid additional “smog check” test charges.
You will be told whether Nissan will honor your claim
within 30 days of the date you make the claim, unless
a shorter time period is required by law. If your claim is
denied, Nissan will notify you in writing of the reason. If
we do not notify you within this time period, we will repair
your vehicle under this warranty at no cost to you. The
time period for notifi cation will not apply if you request a
delay or a delay is caused by events not under the control
of Nissan dealers. No claim will be denied under the
Performance Warranty because you use a certifi ed part
for maintenance or repair.
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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.
BFGOODRICH TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY
(Continued on page 16)WHAT BFGOODRICH WILL DOPASSENGER 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.

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ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PASSENGER AND
LIGHT TRUCK TIRES INCLUDING RFT
TIRES WITH RUN-FLAT TECHNOLOGY
ELIGIBILITYThis Limited Warranty covers BRIDGESTONE and FIRE-
STONE brand passenger and light truck tires, including
RFT and temporary spare tires, originally installed by the
vehicle manufacturer on a new vehicle. You are covered
under the terms of this Limited Warranty if the tire was
produced after July 4, 2004 (DOT serial 2704 or later)
and has been used only on the vehicle on which it was
originally installed in non-commercial service.WHAT IS WARRANTED AND FOR HOW
LONGBefore wearing down to 2/32 inch (1.6 mm) remaining
original tread depth (i.e. worn down to the top of the built-in
indicators in the tread grooves) and within 6 years from
the date of purchase (proof of purchase date required;
without proof of purchase date, then within 6 years from
the date of tire manufacture) , for any reason other than
those excluded in the section entitled “What This Limited
Warranty Does Not Cover,” any eligible tire that becomes
unusable for any reason within the manufacturer’s control
will be replaced with an equivalent new tire on the basis
set forth in this Limited Warranty.WHAT THE WARRANTY DOES NOT COVERThis Limited Warranty does not cover the following:
1. Tire damage or irregular wear due to:
A.
Road hazards, including, without limitation: Puncture, cut,
impact break, stone drill, bruise, bulge, snag, etc.B. Improper use or operation, including, without limi-
tation: Improper infl ation pressure, overloading, tire/
wheel spinning, use of an improper wheel, tire chain
damage, misuse, misapplication, negligence, tire
alteration, or for racing or competition purposes.C. Insuffi cient or improper maintenance, including,
without limitation: Failure to rotate tires as recom-
mended in this manual, wheel misalignment, worn
suspension components, improper tire mounting or
demounting, tire/wheel assembly imbalance, or other
vehicle conditions, defects, or characteristics.
D. Contamination or degradation by petroleum
products or other chemicals, fi re or other externally
generated heat, or water or other material trapped
inside the tire during mounting or infl ation.
E. Improper repair. Improper repair voids this Limited
Warranty.
F. For RFT tires only, improper run-fl at or low tire
pressure operation, including, without limitation:
Exceeding speed, distance, or other run-fl at/low-
pressure operation limitations.
2. Rapid tread wear or wear-out. Original equipment tires
have no mileage warranty.
3. Weather/ozone cracking after 4 years from date of tire
manufacture.
4. Ride disturbance or vibration after 1/32 inch (0.8 mm)
of tread wear use.
5. Tires with sealant, balance, or other fi ller material
that was not originally applied or inserted by the tire
manufacturer.
6. Tires used in commercial service.
7. Tires purchased and normally used outside the United
States and Canada.
8. The cost of applicable federal, state, and local taxes.
9. Failure to follow any of the safety and maintenance rec-
ommendations or warnings contained in this manual.
This Limited Warranty is in addition to and/or may be limited
by any other applicable written warranty you may have
received concerning special tires or situations.
REPLACEMENT PRICERadial passenger and light truck tires adjusted under this
Limited Warranty will be replaced free of charge during
the fi rst 25% of tread wear or within 12 months from the
date of purchase (proof of purchase date required; without
proof of purchase date, then within 12 months from the
date of tire manufacture) , whichever occurs fi rst. During
the free replacement period, mounting and balancing are
included free of charge.
To determine the replacement price after the free tire
replacement period, the percent of used tread wear is
multiplied by the current selling price for the replace-
ment tire(s) . The appropriate taxes, mounting, balancing,
disposal fee, and other service charges may be added to
the adjustment replacement price.
In Canada, the tire will be adjusted at dealerships (sub-
ject to dealer discretion) at a predetermined “Adjustment
Price.”REPLACEMENT WARRANTYIf you receive a replacement tire under this Limited War-
ranty, it will be covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, if
any, given on that tire at that time.WHERE TO GOTire adjustments under this Limited Warranty will
only be made at an authorized Bridgestone Firestone
retailer. Consult a phone directory (often listed in the
Yellow Pages under "Tire Dealers" or the internet at
www.bridgestonetire.com for the location nearest you.CONSUMER RIGHTSThis Limited Warranty gives you specifi c legal rights, and
you may also have other rights which vary from state to
state or in Canada from province to province.
BRIDGESTONE FIRESTONE TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY
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GOODYEAR/DUNLOP TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY
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 or 6 months from date of new vehicle
purchase, whichever occurs fi rst, or tires submitted for
ride disturbance due to damaged wheels or any vehicle
condition.
• Goodyear & Dunlop do 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 Goodyear or
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 Good-
year or Dunlop tires, has been intentionally altered to
change its appearance (e.g., white inlay on a black tire
or regrooved) .
• 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 years prior to presentation for adjustment.
• Temporary spare tires used on vehicles used in racing
and on passenger cars in special applications such as
police pursuit service.
• Goodyear Unisteel Commercial Radial Light Truck
Tires.• Loss of time, inconvenience, loss of vehicle use, inci-
dental or consequential damages.
• Tires supplied as Original Equipment are not eligible
for any tread life warranty consideration.
WHAT ARE YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS?Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
No Representative or Dealer has authority to make any rep-
resentation, promise, or agreement on behalf of Goodyear
or Dunlop except as stated herein.
Any tire, no matter how well constructed, may fail in
service or otherwise become unserviceable due to con-
ditions 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 or
province to province.HOW DO YOU OBTAIN AN ADJUSTMENT?A. You must present the tire to be adjusted to an authorized
Goodyear or Dunlop service facility. Tires replaced on an
adjustment basis become the property of The Goodyear
Tire & Rubber Company, 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 an approved claim form
supplied by an authorized Goodyear or Dunlop service
facility. The form must be fi lled out completely and
signed, where you the owner or your authorized agent
presented the tire for adjustment.
SAFETY WARNINGSProperty damage, serious injury or death may result
from:
• TIRE FAILURE DUE TO UNDERINFLATION/OVER-
LOADING.
Follow the vehicle owner’s manual, tire placard or vehicle
certifi cation label on vehicle.
• 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 ASSEM-
BLIES 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 DISINTEGRA-
TION OR AXLE FAILURE.
WARNING: Vehicle handling, traction, ride comfort
and other performance parameters may be signifi cantly
affected by a change in tire size or type. Before replacing
tires, always consult and follow the vehicle owner’s manual
because some vehicle manufacturers prohibit changing
tire size. When selecting tires that are different from the
original equipment size make certain: (1) The tires have
adequate load carrying capacity based on the vehicle
placard, (2) The tires have suffi cient infl ation pressure
to carry the load and (3) There is proper clearance with
no interference points between the tire and vehicle. The
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all traffi c laws. Avoid sudden, sharp turns or lane changes.
Failure to follow any of these warnings may result in loss of
control of the vehicle, leading to an accident and serious
injury or death.TIRE CARE AND MAINTENANCE GUIDEThe easiest way to help ensure satisfactory mileage and
performance from your Goodyear or Dunlop tires is to give
them a simple but frequent (at least monthly) inspection
for proper infl ation, even treadwear, and the presence of
any damage.DO MAINTAIN PROPER INFLATION
PRESSURE IN YOUR TIRESProper infl ation pressure is necessary for optimum tire
performance, safety and fuel economy. To maintain
proper infl ation pressure, frequently (at least monthly)
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 deter-
mine 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 insuf-
fi 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, vehicle certifi cation
label or in the vehicle 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, result-
ing 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 tread life.
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 re-
member 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% 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
personal injury to you or a bystander. Never exceed 35
mph/55 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 speeds. 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.DO CHECK YOUR TIRES FOR DAMAGEFrequent (at least monthly) 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 inner tube as
a substitute for a proper repair. Only qualifi ed persons
should repair tires.
GOODYEAR/DUNLOP TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY
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22PROPER TIRE REPAIRNOTE: Goodyear and Dunlop do 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.THE CONVENIENCE (TEMPORARY)
SPAREThe Convenience (Temporary) Spare is designed, built,
and tested to the high engineering standards set by North
America’s leading car manufacturers and to Goodyear
and Dunlop’s own high standards of quality control. It is
designed to take up a minimum of storage space and, at the
same time, fulfi ll the function of a spare tire when needed.
The spare is kept in its storage space, fully infl ated at 60
psi. To be sure it is always ready for use, the air pressure
should be checked on a regular basis.
The Convenience (Temporary) Spare can be used in
combination with the original tires on your vehicle. You
can expect a tire tread life of up to 3,000 miles (4,800
kilometers) , depending on road conditions and your driv-
ing habits. To conserve tire tread life, return the spare to
the storage area as soon as it is convenient to have the
standard tire repaired or replaced.
The Convenience (Temporary) Spare weighs less than a
standard tire so it’s easier to handle. It also helps reduce
the total car weight which contributes to fuel economy.
The wheels used with the Convenience (Temporary) Spare
are specifi cally designed for use with high pressure spares
and should never be used with any other type tire.
GOODYEAR/DUNLOP TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY
DON’T ATTEMPT TO MOUNT YOUR OWN
TIRESSerious injury or Death may result from explosion of tire/rim
assembly due to improper mounting procedures. 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
fl ap) contact 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 AXLEFor optimum handling and control, Goodyear and Dunlop
recommend fi tment of four (4) tires of the same type and size
unless otherwise specifi ed by the vehicle manufacturer.
WARNING: Before you replace your tires, always consult
the vehicle owner’s manual and follow the vehicle manufac-
turer’s replacement tire recommendations. Vehicle handling
may be signifi cantly 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
infl ation pressure is selected. Never exceed the maximum
load capacity and infl ation pressure listed on the sidewall of
the tire. Always drive safely and obey all traffi c laws. Avoid
sudden, 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 diam-
eter and load carrying capacity of the Original Equipment
tire. Infl ation pressure may need to be adjusted to avoid
overloading the tire. Consult the Tire & Rim Association
Load and Infl ation Tables, ETRTO or JATMA standards for
correct load and infl ation information.
NEVER FIT TIRES TO A VEHICLE THAT
HAVE LESS LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY
THAN AS REQUIRED BY THE ORIGINAL
EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURERExamples: 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 fi tted to the vehicle have a
load carrying capacity equal to or greater than what the
Original Equipment manufacturer specifi es.FOLLOW THESE ADDITIONAL
GUIDELINESFit 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 of four. It is not recommended to fi t tires
with different speed ratings. If tires with different speed
ratings are installed on a vehicle, they should be installed
with like pairs on the same axle. The speed capability of
the vehicle will become limited to that of the lowest speed
rated tires. It is also recommended that the lower speed
rated tires be placed on the front axle regardless of which
axle is driven to help prevent potential oversteer.(Continued on page 23)