Goodyear SP-05-31344-308 User's Manual
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1. underinflation always requires expert inspection to determine the source of leakage and tire removal to determine repairability To avoid injury NEVER attempt to reinflate a tire that has been run severely underinflated Progressive air loss may result from punctures cuts curbing impacts or partial bead unseating Some fitment causes for air loss are 1 incomplete bead seating 2 bead tearing caused by a machine tool due to insufficient 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 inflation pressure at the level recommended by the vehicle manufacturer as shown on the vehicle placard or in the owner s manual Underinflation 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 flexing and increases rolling resistance resulting in heat and mechanical damage Maintaining proper inflation pressure is the single most important thing you can do to ensure tire durability and maximum tread life Overinflation increases stiffness which may deteriorate ride and generate unwanted vibration Overinflation also increases the chances of impact damage DON T OVERLOAD YOUR VEHICLE Check your vehicle owner s manual to determine the load limits Overloading your vehicle places stress on you2. ANTY This limited warranty does not cover the following Tires submitted for ride disturbance that are worn beyond the first 2 32 tread depth or beyond six 6 months from the date of purchase whichever occurs first or tires submitted for ride disturbance due to damaged wheels or any vehicle condition Proof of purchase is required see E under Owner s Obligations Goodyear does not warrant or give credit in any adjustment transaction for any kind of material added to a tire e g tire fillers sealants balancing substances after the tire leaves a factory producing Goodyear 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 inflation overloading high speed spin up misapplication misuse negligence racing use of tire chains improper mounting or demounting improper repair wreck collision or fire Road hazards includes but not limited to punctures cuts snags impact breaks etc Any tire that after leaving a factory producing Goodyear tires has been intentionally altered to change its appearance e g white inlay on a black tire or regrooved e Tires with weather cracking that were purchased more than four 4 years prior to presentation for adjustment or if purchase date cannot be verified manufactured more than four years prior to presentation for adjustment Loss of time inconveni
3. DON T SPIN YOUR TIRES EXCESSIVELY Avoid 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 kph 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 WEAR Always 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 DAMAGE Frequent 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 innertube as a subst
4. E ODOMETER READING AT 7th ROTATION ROTATED BY DEALER STORE NAME DATE ODOMETER READING AT 8th ROTATION ROTATED BY DEALER STORE NAME DATE ODOMETER READING AT 9th ROTATION ROTATED BY DEALER STORE NAME DATE ODOMETER READING AT 10th ROTATION ROTATED BY DEALER STORE NAME DATE ODOMETER READING AT 9th ROTATION ROTATED BY DEALER STORE NAME DATE ODOMETER READING AT 10th ROTATION ROTATED BY DEALER STORE NAME DATE ODOMETER READING AT 11th ROTATION ROTATED BY DEALER STORE NAME DATE GOODY YEAR ire there 700 862 918 548 Printed in U S A SP 05 31344 3 08 2008 The Goodyear Tire amp Rubber Company All rights reserved Limited Warranty Tire Care Maintenance Guide Highway Auto Tires Light Truck Tires Temporary Spare Get there ri HIGHWAY AUTO AND LIGHT TRUCK REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT POLICY EXCLUDES UNISTEEL RADIAL LIGHT TRUCK WHO IS ELIGIBLE You are eligible for the benefits of this Limited Warranty if you meet all the following criteria You are the owner or authorized agent of the owner of new Goodyear highway auto or light truck tires e Your tires bear Department of Transportation prescribed tire identification numbers e Your tires have been used only on the vehicle on which they were originally installed according to the vehicle manufacturer or Goodyear s recommendations e Your tires were purchased
5. acement that are removed from service due to a covered warranty condition will be replaced with a comparable new Goodyear tire on a prorated basis 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 and balancing and an amount equal to the current Federal Excise Tax F ET U S only and any other 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 and therefore must pay 50 of the advertised price of the comparable tire In addition you must pay an amount equal to the full current Federal Excise Tax U S only or any other applicable taxes for the comparable new replacement tire at the time of adjustment If the price of the new comparable tire is 80 the cost to you would be 40 plus F E T U S only plus any other applicable taxes WHAT IS A COMPARABLE TIRE A comparable new Goodyear 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 sidewall or tread configuration If a higher priced tire is accepted as replacement the difference in price will be at an additional charge to you Any replacement tire provided pursuant t
6. delivered 20 000 miles 32 500 kilometers prior to wear out down to 2 32 the tire will be replaced for 50 of the advertised selling price of the comparable tire at the time of adjustment If the price of the new comparable tire is 80 00 the cost to you would be 40 00 plus any additional charges such as mounting balancing and any applicable taxes The Tread Life Limited Warranty applies only if you are the original purchaser and the tires have been used only on the vehicle which they were originally installed according to Goodyear or the vehicle manufacturer s recommendations However the Tread Life Limited Warranty does not apply to Tires used in commercial applications including but not limited to police taxi service national account government and contract sales Tires supplied as original equipment are not eligible for the Tread Life Limited Warranty e Tires that are installed on any vehicle other than the vehicle on which they were originally installed Tires that after leaving the producing factory have had the tread pattern altered in any manner such as but not limited to siping carving shaving or by having any material applied to the tread surface e You must retain your original tire purchase invoice see B under Owner s Obligations for tread life limited warranty consideration OWNER S OBLIGATIONS A You must rotate your tires in accordance with the prescribed rotation patterns as recomm
7. ence loss of vehicle use incidental or consequential damages 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 representation promise or agreement on behalf of Goodyear 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 specific 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 e You must present the tire to be adjusted to an authorized Goodyear service facility Tires replaced on an adjustment basis become the property of The Goodyear Tire amp Rubber Company or Goodyear Canada Inc You must pay for taxes and any additional services you order at the time of adjustment You must submit your claim on a Goodyear claim form supplied by an authorized Goodyear service facility The form must be filled out completely where you the owner or your authorized agent presented the tire for adjustment p Newartennnce serious injury or death may result from TIRE FAILURE DUE TO UNDERINFLATION OVERLOADING Foll
8. ended by either the vehicle manufacturer or Goodyear B When making a claim under the Tread Life Limited Warranty you must present your original tire purchase invoice which shows the tire description mileage and the date the tire s were installed C You must present the tire to be adjusted to a Goodyear Retailer Tires replaced as an adjustment become the property of The Goodyear Tire amp Rubber Company or Goodyear Canada Inc D You must pay for any additional service you order at the time of adjustment relating to any unique applications requiring mounting demounting and balancing E When making a claim for ride disturbance you must present your original tire purchase invoice which shows the tire description and the date the tire s were purchased F No claim will be recognized unless submitted on a Goodyear claim form supplied by a Goodyear Retailer completely filled out and where you the owner or your authorized agent presented the tire for adjustment ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS A tire has delivered its full original tread life 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 the date of manufacture will be used to determine age LIMITATIONS This limited warranty is applicable only in the United States and Canada WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THIS WARR
9. er specifies FOLLOW THESE ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES Fit newest tires on rear axle If radials and non radials must be fitted to the same vehicle fit radials on rear axle Never mix radials and non radials on the same axle When fitting snow tires or all season tires to performance vehicles always fit in sets of four It is not recommended to fit tires with different speed ratings If tires with different speed ratings are installed on a 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 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 TIRES Retreaded passenger and light truck tires are not warranted by Goodyear for any reason Goodyear speed ratings and U S Department of Transportation test compliance certifications are voided for retreaded tires DO MAINTAIN VEHICLE SUSPENSION WHEEL ALIGNMENT AND BALANCE AND ROTATE YOUR TIRES Lack of rotation worn suspension parts underinflation overinflation wheel imbalance and misalignment can cause vibration or irregular tire wear Rotate your tires according to your veh
10. he nearest Goodyear Retailer call 1 800 GOODYEAR or look in the Yellow Pages under Tire Dealers Retail 2 If additional assistance is required In U S A call the Goodyear Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 321 2136 e mail consumer_relations goodyear com or write to Goodyear Customer Assistance Center Dept 728 1144 East Market Street Akron OH 44316 0001 In Canada call the Goodyear Customer Assistance Centre at 1 800 387 3288 or write to Goodyear Customer Assistance Centre 450 Kipling Avenue Toronto Ont M8Z 5E1 SIX MONTH 6 000 MILE 10 000 KILOMETER ROTATION RECORD ODOMETER READING AT 1st ROTATION ROTATED BY DEALER STORE NAME DATE ODOMETER READING AT 2nd ROTATION ROTATED BY DEALER STORE NAME DATE ODOMETER READING AT 3rd ROTATION ROTATED BY DEALER STORE NAME DATE ODOMETER READING AT 4th ROTATION ROTATED BY DEALER STORE NAME DATE ODOMETER READING AT 5th ROTATION ROTATED BY DEALER STORE NAME DATE ODOMETER READING AT 6th ROTATION ROTATED BY DEALER STORE NAME DATE ODOMETER READING AT 7th ROTATION ROTATED BY DEALER STORE NAME DATE ODOMETER READING AT 8th ROTATION ROTATED BY DEALER STORE NAME DATE ODOMETER READING AT 9th ROTATION ROTATED BY DEALER STORE NAME DATE ODOMETER READING AT 10th ROTATION ROTATED BY DEALER STORE NAME DATE ODOMETER READING AT 6th ROTATION ROTATED BY DEALER STORE NAME DAT
11. icle manufacturer s recommendations or at maximum intervals of 6 000 miles 10 000 km FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION SEE THE CONSUMER TIRE GUIDE PUBLISHED BY THE TIRE INDUSTRY SAFETY COUNCIL PO BOX 1801 WASHINGTON DC 20013 1801 OR WRITE THE GOODYEAR CONSUMER RELATIONS DEPT 728 1144 E MARKET ST AKRON OH 44316 YOU MAY ALSO CALL GOODYEAR AT 1 800 321 2136 You must go to an authorized Goodyear outlet for replacement tires and all warranty service CONVENIENCE TEMPORARY SPARE Convenience Temporary Spare is designed to take up a minimum of storage space and at the same time fulfill the function of a spare tire when needed The spare is kept in its storage space fully inflated at 60 psi To be sure it is always ready for use the air pres sure should be checked on a regular basis The Convenience Temporary Spare can be used in combination with the original tires on your vehicle but should never be used on a vehicle with which it is not compatible nor should more than one such tire ever be placed on any vehicle at a given time 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 wheels used with the Convenience Temporary Spare are specifically designed for use with high pressure spares and should never be used with any other type tire HOW TO READ A TIRE D O T SERIAL NUMBER D O T stands for Department of Transportatio
12. ire size or type When selecting tires that are different than the original equipment size see a professional installer in order to make certain that proper clearance load carrying capacity and inflation pressure is selected Never exceed the maximum load capacity and inflation pressure listed on the sidewall of the tire Always drive safely and obey all traffic 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 diameter and load carrying capacity of the original equipment tire Inflation pressure may need to be adjusted to avoid overloading the tire Consult the Tire amp Rim Association Load and Inflation Tables ETRTO or JATMA standards for correct load and inflation information NEVER FIT TIRES TO A VEHICLE THAT HAVE LESS LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY THAN AS REQUIRED BY THE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURER Examples Many vehicles such as large passenger vans require Load Range E tires as designated by the vehicle manufacturer Fitment of a tire such as a Load Range D with less carrying capacity is not allowed In other cases tires of the same size may carry different load indexes in the service description You must make certain the replacement tires fitted to the vehicle have a load carrying capacity equal to or greater than what the original equipment manufactur
13. itute for a proper repair Only qualified persons should repair tires PROPER TIRE REPAIR NOTE Goodyear 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 diameter Mount light truck radials on rims approved for radial service Do not apply bead sealer This can inhibit bead seating Lubricate beads and tire rim including tube or flap contact 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 Goodyear recommends fitment of four 4 tires of the same type and size unless otherwise specified by the vehicle manufacturer A WARNING Before you replace your tires always consult the vehicle owner s manual and follow the vehicle manufacturer s replacement tire recommendations Vehicle handling may be significantly affected by a change in t
14. n and is on the lower sidewall of each tire to show that the tire meets or exceeds the Department of Transportation safety standards Understanding Tire D O T Numbers M6MJEHORO900 12 Digit 2000 s Production 11 Digit 1990 s Production M6 MJ EHOR 0900 To TE T TT Mfgr Government Manufacturer Tire Build Date Plant Code Size and Construction 9th week of 2000 Ply Code Code TIRE SERVICE LIFE Tires are designed and built to provide many thousands of miles of excellent service For maximum benefit tires must be maintained properly to avoid tire damage that may result in removal from service before the tread is worn down to minimum depth It is not practical to accurately predict the service life of any specific tire in chronological time since service conditions vary widely The serviceability of a tire over time is a function of the storage and service conditions inflation pressure load speed road hazard injury etc to which a tire is subjected Consumers should not rely solely on the appearance of the tire but should be aware of any change in dynamic performance such as increased air loss noise or vibration which could be a sign to remove the tire Therefore it is essential to have tires including spares inspected regularly at least monthly for proper inflation pressure damage and tread wear FOR SERVICE ASSISTANCE OR INFORMATION FIRST CONTACT THE NEAREST GOODYEAR RETAILER 1 For assistance in locating t
15. o this warranty will be covered by the Goodyear warranty in effect at the time of replacement GOODYEAR TREAD LIFE LIMITED WARRANTY In addition to the provisions of the limited warranty for covered warranty conditions any new Goodyear highway auto or P metric light truck replacement tire listed below is warranted against treadwear wear out based on the following table U S CANADA TIRE MILES KILOMETERS Assurance featuring TripleTred Technology 80 000 130 000 Assurance featuring ComforTred Technology 80 000 130 000 Regatta 2 75 000 120 000 Assurance 65 000 105 000 Integrity 50 000 80 000 Eagle ResponsEdge 50 000 80 000 H and V speed rated only Eagle GT HR 50 000 80 000 Eagle GA 45 000 75 000 Fortera featuring SilentArmor Technology 70 000 110 000 Fortera featuring TripleTred Technology 60 000 95 000 Fortera HL 60 000 95 000 Wrangler featuring SilentArmor Technology 50 000 80 000 Wrangler SR A P Metric 50 000 80 000 Wrangler GS A P Metric 50 000 80 000 HOW WILL TREAD LIFE LIMITED WARRANTY CHARGES BE CALCULATED If the tread wears evenly down to the treadwear indicators worn to 2 32 before delivering the warranted mileage the tire will be replaced on a prorated basis provided the original invoice is presented showing the vehicle mileage when the tires were originally installed EXAMPLE If your tire had a tread life limited warranty of 40 000 miles 65 000 kilometers and
16. on or after March 1 2008 Light truck tires are defined as all tires identified with the LT designation in the sidewall stamping plus the 8 19 5 and 8R19 5 sizes which do not carry the LT designation WHAT IS COVERED AND FOR HOW LONG FREE TIRE REPLACEMENT Any new Goodyear highway radial auto or radial light truck replacement tire except Unisteel radial light truck tires covered by this policy removed from service due to a covered warranty condition during the first 2 32 of usable treadwear or 12 months from date of purchase whichever comes first will be replaced with a comparable new Goodyear tire at no charge including mounting and balancing Without proof of purchase the date of manufacture will be used to determine age ALL OTHER HIGHWAY AUTO OR LIGHT TRUCK TIRES Any new Goodyear highway auto or light truck replacement tire other than radial auto radial light truck or Unisteel radial light truck tire removed from service due to a covered warranty condition during the first 1 32 of usable treadwear will be replaced with a comparable new Goodyear tire at no charge including mounting and balancing TEMPORARY SPARE TIRES Any Goodyear temporary spare tire removed from service due to a covered warranty condition during the first 50 of usable treadwear will be replaced with a comparable new Goodyear temporary spare tire at no charge including mounting PRORATED ADJUSTMENT Tires not eligible for free repl
17. ow the owner s manual or tire placard in the 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 ASSEMBLIES COMPLETELY BEFORE DEMOUNTING e 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 TIRE CARE AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE The easiest way to help ensure satisfactory mileage and performance from your Goodyear tires is to give them a simple but frequent at least monthly inspection for proper inflation even treadwear and the presence of any damage DO MAINTAIN PROPER INFLATION PRESSURE IN YOUR TIRES Proper inflation pressure is necessary for optimum tire performance safety and fuel economy To maintain proper inflation pressure frequently at least monthly check tires when they are cool with an accurate tire pressure gauge For example it is difficult to tell just by looking at radial tires whether they are underinflated Furthermore when operating a vehicle equipped with radial tires it is difficult to notice when a tire has gone flat or nearly flat since the feel of the vehicle does not change significantly Evidence of air loss or repeated
18. r tires and other critical vehicle components Overloading a vehicle can cause poor handling increased fuel consumption and may cause tire failure Never fit 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 when used on a light truck utility vehicle or trailer Never fit P metric tires to light trucks that specify LT type replacement tires
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