wheel alignment TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID 2020 Warranties & Maintenance Guides (in English)

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BFGOODRICH TIRE
you should promptly inspect your tires. If you see any damage to any
tire or wheel, replace it with a properly inflated spare at once and have
your tires, including the spare, inspected by a tire professional.
A tire that hits a road hazard or object can be damaged but not have
any visible sign of damage on its surface. A tire damaged by an impact
can suddenly fail a day, a week, or even months later. You may not
recall having hit an object or a road hazard and may not see any tire
damage, but such an event may have damaged one or more of your
tires. Air loss, unusual tire wear, localized wear, or vibrations can also
be signs of internal tire damage and, accordingly, should be addressed
as promptly as are instances of visible tire damage.
If you suspect any damage to your tire or wheel from an impact with a
curb, pothole, debris on the road, or any other road hazard or object,
or if you feel or hear any unusual vibration, replace the tire and wheel\

with a properly inflated spare at once and immediately visit a qualified
tire professional.
Inspection
If you see any damage to a tire or wheel, replace it with a properly
inflated spare at once and visit a BFGoodrich Tire Retailer.
Inspect your tires at least once per month, and immediately after
contacting any road hazard or object, such as a curb, a pothole, or
debris. When inspecting your tires, including the spare, check the
inflation as instructed above. If the pressure check indicates that one
of your tires has lost pressure of two pounds or more, look for signs of\

penetration, valve leakage, or wheel damage that may account for the
air loss.
Always look for bulges, cracks, cuts, penetrations, and abnormal tire
wear, particularly on the edges of the tire tread. Any of these may
be caused by misalignment, contact with road hazards or objects,
or improper inflation. If any such damage is found, the tire must be

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BFGOODRICH TIRE
Trailer Towing
If you anticipate towing a trailer, you should visit your BFGoodrich tire
retailer for advice about the correct tire size and pressures. Tire size
and pressures will depend on the type and size of trailer and hitch
utilized, but in no case must the maximum cold inflation pressure
or tire load rating be exceeded. Check the tire information placard
that came on your vehicle, (located in the vehicle’s door jamb, inside
the fuel hatch, or on the glove compartment door) and the owner’s
manual supplied by the manufacturer of your vehicle for further
recommendations on trailer towing.
Wheel Alignment and Balancing Are Important for
Safety and Maximum Mileage from Your Tires.
Check How Your Tires Are Wearing at Least
Once Each 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 excessi\
ve
vibration, your vehicle may be out of alignment or balance. These
conditions not only shorten the life of your tires but adversely affect the
handling characteristics of your vehicle, which could be dangerous. If
you detect irregular wear or vibration, have your alignment and balance
checked immediately. Tires which have been run underinflated will
show more wear on the shoulders than in the center of the tread. Read
and follow the instructions on tire rotation and replacement below.
Tire Mixing

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b. Improper use or operation, including, without limitation:
Improper inflation 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.
Insufficient or improper maintenance , including, without
limitation: Failure to rotate tires as recommended 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, fire or other externally generated heat,
or water or other material trapped inside the tire during
mounting or inflation.
e.
Improper repair. Improper repair voids this Limited
Warranty.
f.
For RFT tires only, improper run-flat or low tire pressure
operation, including, without limitation: Exceeding speed,
distance, or other run-flat/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 (0.8mm) of tread
wear use.
5.
Tires with sealant, balance, or other filler 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
recommendations 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.

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purpose and any liability for incidental and consequential damages,
loss of time, loss of vehicle use, or inconvenience. Some states do
not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitation 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 warranty 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 representation that tire failures cannot occur. This
Limited Warranty is given in the United States by Bridgestone Americas
Tire Operations, LLC, 200 4th Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37201 and
in Canada by Bridgestone Firestone Canada Inc., 5770 Hurontario St.,
Suite 400, Mississauga, Ontario, 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 recommendations
outlined in the sections of this manual entitled “Tire Damage,
Inspection and Service Life” and “Radial Tire Rotation” 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. In addition, a “Maintenance
Record” is included on the back cover of this manual. It is your
obligation to maintain proper tire inflation pressures 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 maintain 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 customer section
of the Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, LLC Limited Warranty
adjustment form and pay appropriate replacement price, taxes,
disposal fee, and service charges, if any.

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• Ride/Vibration: Any ride/vibration complaint after the first 2/32nd
(1.6 mm) of an inch of treadwear or 12 months of service,
whichever comes first.
•
Repairs: If a tire is returned under complaint and the reason for
the tire’s disablement is in any way associated with a repair, or with
the situation that led to the repair, the manufacturer’s warranty is
invalidated.
•
Mileage: Mileage is not covered under this policy.
•
Improper operation or maintenance : This includes, but is not
limited to, effects caused by:
i.
Improper tire inflation and/or improper load/speed
practices : These practices can cause excessive operational
temperatures and stresses that exceed the tire’s capabilities.
ii.
Improper or insufficient tire rotation
iii.
Improper vehicle alignment
iv.
Damage due to:
- Rim irregularities or rim damage
-Snow chains
-Vehicle mechanical problems, including brake problems,
and vehicle wheel alignment
-Extreme temperature exposure
-Negligent and abusive driving such as tire spinning or
racing
-Improper tire storage
-Automotive accident
- Chemical corrosion or fire
- Use contrary to the vehicle manufacturer’s tire
recommendations.
-Misuse or misapplication
•
Improper Mounting or Demounting
•
Alteration: such as, but not limited to, adding a white inlay on
blackwall, tread regrooving, tire truing or siping, or adding sealant
materials to the tire.
•
Weather checking/cracking: Not covered after 48 months from
the date of purchase.

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Tire Replacement
Falken recommends replacing your tires when the tread wears down
to the wear bars at 1.6mm (2/32 of an inch), which are located across
the tread in several locations around the tire. If only two tires are be\
ing
replaced, the two new tires should always be installed on the rear of
the vehicle to aid in preventing your vehicle from hydroplaning, even
if your car is front wheel drive. It’s always recommended to have your
new tires balanced during installation, and alignment checked if the
previous tires show and irregular wear. Tires that have been in use for
6 (six) years or more should continue to be inspected by a qualified tire
specialist, at least annually. It is recommended that any tires 10 (ten)
years old or older from the date of manufacture, including spare tires, \
be replaced with new tires as a precaution even if such tires appear
serviceable and even if they have not reached the legal worn out limit
at 1.6mm (2/32 of an inch).
Tire Repairs
In the event that you get a flat tire while driving, it is best to find a
nearby, safe place to stop and install your spare tire or call a tow truck.
The less distance that you drive on your low or flat tire, the better
chances your tire has of being repairable. Once you are able to get
to your local servicing tire dealer, have them dismount the tire from
the rim and thoroughly inspect the inside of the tire. It is important t\
o
know the difference between a proper tire repair and an improper one
because it can be critical to you and your vehicle’s safety. An improper
repair could pose a safety threat to you and your family and could
also affect your tire’s manufacturer warranty. Here are some tips in
determining if your damaged tire can be properly repaired or not:•
Always have the tire removed from the wheel and inspected before
any repair is performed.
•
Tires with less than 1.6mm (2/32 of an inch) of tread should NOT
be repaired.
•
Never repair a tire with a puncture larger than 6mm
(1/4 of an inch).
•
Repairs should be limited to the tread area only.
•
Repairs cannot overlap one another.

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free of charge with the same or comparable Falken tire (mounting
and balancing labor covered).
b.
Prorated Replacement
After the first 1.6mm (2/32 of an inch) of wear, a prorated
adjustment credit will be given based on the percentage of
remaining usable tread depth, down to the remaining 1.6mm (2/32
of an inch) tread wear bar indicator (mounting and balancing labor
covered). No credit is given if the tire is worn beyond the flush
appearance of the tread wear bar indicator (less than 1.6mm
(2/32 of an inch) tread depth remaining).
c.
Out-of-Round / Out-of-Balance Replacement
Tires that are deemed to be out-of-round or out-of-balance will be
accepted for adjustment during the first 0.8mm (1/32 of an inch)
of the original tread depth and will be replaced free of charge with
the same or similar Falken tires (mounting and balancing labor
covered). A set of four (4) tires from the same vehicle will not be
accepted for out-of-round or out-of-balance claims.
What Is Not Covered by the Warranty 1.

a. Tires that become unserviceable due to road hazard
damages (cuts, snags, punctures, bruises, impact breaks,
etc.) improper repair technique or materials, improper
inflation, overload, irregular wear, wheel imbalance, defective
mechanical vehicle components (brakes, suspension,
wheels, etc.) improper suspension alignment, accident, fire,
chemical damage, damage from chain use, racing, off-road
use, run flat, improper installation, vandalism, or abuse.
b.
Tires branded “NA” or a tire in which the DOT numbering has
been removed.
c.
Tires that were transferred to another vehicle from the
vehicle in which the tires were originally installed.
d.
Tires having a failure or failures caused by a previous
damages or repairs.
e.
The cost of tire repair or retreading is not covered by this
warranty and will be the sole responsibility of the tire owner.

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including mounting charge. No adjustment will be made for tires
that are worn more than 50%.
What Is Not Covered by the Warranty
Non Adjustable Conditionsa.
Irregular wear or tire damage due to: Road hazards such as
punctures, cuts, snags, scuffs, carcass bruises or impact breaks.
-Fire, wreck or collision
- Improper inflation, overloading, high speed spinning, improper
mounting or demounting, running flat, off-road use, racing,
vandalism, willful damage or abuse.
-Misalignment, wheel imbalance, defective brakes or shock
absorber, use of tire chains.
- Any tire which has failed as a result of adding materials (e.g. tire
fillers, sealant, or balancing substances).
-Mechanical failure or design of vehicle.
b.
Tires fitted to anything other than the original vehicles.
c.
Tire worn beyond tread wear indicator (2/32nds inch or 1.6mm
tread remaining).
d.
Tire presented by other than the actual owner-user.
e.
Tire branded “NA” (meaning no adjustment) or “blem” (meaning
blemished).
f.
Loss of time inconvenience, loss of use of the vehicle or
consequential damage.
g.
Ride disturbance caused by damaged wheels or after free-
replacement conditions.
h.
Tire with weather cracking which was purchased more than four
years prior to presentation for adjustment.
General Exclusions a.
No Hankook Tire employee, retailer or dealer has the authority
to make any warranty, representation, promise or agreement on
behalf of Hankook Tire except as stated in this policy.
b.
Tires used in racing related activities or competitive events are not
covered by this warranty.

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What Isn’t Covered
Adjustments will not be made for:A.
Tires that become unserviceable due to:
1.
Conditions resulting from road hazard such as (A) impact
damage, (B) cuts, (C) snags, or (D) punctures.
2.
Conditions resulting from (A) improper installation, (B) wheel
misalignment, (C) tire/wheel assembly imbalance, (D) use
on an improper rim (E) improper mounting or dismounting or
(F) misapplication.
3.
Conditions resulting from consumer damage, such as (A)
improper tire and vehicle maintenance, (D) misuse, abuse, (D)
accident, (E) under inflation, (F) overloading, (G) failure
to follow recommended rotation practices
4.
Ride complaints after the first 25% tread wear.
5.
Ride complaints on tires branded “Blemish”.
6.
Use in any commercial, racing, or off-road applications.
7.
Ozone or weather checking on tires over (4) four years from
date of manufacture.
8.
Continued use while being run flat or acute under-inflation.
9.
Tires stored improperly. or
B.
Tires that are:
1.
Worn unevenly and/or show a difference of 2/32” (1.6mm)
between the grooves.
2.
Installed on any vehicle other than the vehicle on which they
were first installed.
3.
Sold or adjusted outside the United States of America, the
District of Columbia and Canada
4.
Acquired as “used” tires.
5.
Altered in any manner (additional siping, buffing, stud pin
holes etc.)
6.
Worn to 2/32” (1.6mm) or more than 72 months old (based on
date of purchase) whichever occurs first.
7.
Improperly repaired or with repairs not conforming to the
Rubber Manufacturer’s Association standards.

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CONSUMER RIGHTS
This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights that vary from state to state.
OWNER’S OBLIGATl0N
When making a claim, you must return the tire to be replaced to your
Kenda Tires dealer.
Proper vehicle and tire care is necessary to obtain the expected wear
from a tire. It is your obligation to properly maintain your tires and
the vehicle upon which they are mounted, including: (A) operating
your tires at the inflation pressures recommended by the vehicle
manufacturer, (B) keeping your tire/wheel assemblies in balance. (C)
proper wheel alignment, and (D) rotation. You must check your tire’s air
pressure at least monthly and before long trips.
We recommend that you have your Kenda Tires dealer inspect your
tires any time you notice irregular or uneven tread wear and rotate
them, if necessary. Also, they should be inspected by your dealer any
time your vehicle is brought in for service.
TREADWEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
For those qualifying brand tires listed in the product chart (see below),
Kenda Tires will provide prorated credit towards the purchase of a
comparable brand tire.
You will be responsible for the prorated cost of a replacement
tire, and also mounting and balancing costs, taxes and any
other charges.
The prorated cost of a replacement tire is determined as follows:
(Actual miles driven) ÷ (Amount of warranted miles) X (Actual current
dealer selling price)