Passenger and Light Truck Tire Owner’s Manual and Limited Warranty, Including All Applicable Treadwear Limited Warranties, and Comp T/A® & g-Force T/A® SSS (Self Supporting Structure) Information Be sure to register your new BFGoodrich tires at bfgoodrichtires.com/register. While you’re at it, get racing & driver updates, product information, special offers and more - before they hit the streets - by signing up for email at bfgoodrichtires.com/email.
THE BFGOODRICH® BRAND PASSENGER AND LIGHT TRUCK TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY conditions described under “HOW REPLACEMENT CHARGES ARE CALCULATED.” ABOUT THIS WARRANTY As the original purchaser of a BFGoodrich® brand passenger or light truck tire, you are encouraged to read this booklet carefully to determine which warranty coverages apply to the specific tires that you own. Please also pay close attention to the Owner’s Manual part of this booklet since it provides essential safety and maintenance information.
THE BFGOODRICH® BRAND PASSENGER AND LIGHT TRUCK TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY * The Commercial T/A® All Season is covered for a total of 50,000 miles on a one time only basis. This means that if a mileage warranty claim is made, the replacement tires are warranted only to fulfill the original 50,000 miles. 1. Distributed by Sears only. 2. Distributed by Sam’s Wholesale Club only. 3. Distributed by BJ’s Wholesale Club, Costco Wholesale Club and Sam’s Wholesale Club.
THE BFGOODRICH® BRAND PASSENGER AND LIGHT TRUCK TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY Definitions - Operation without a properly functioning low pressure warning system, for Comp T/A® and g-Force T/A® SSS tires; - Uneven or rapid wear which is caused by mechanical irregularity in the vehicle such as wheel misalignment, (a measured tread difference of 2/32nds of an inch or more across the tread on the same tire); - Accident, fire, chemical corrosion, tire alteration or vandalism; - Use in commercial applications for treadw
THE BFGOODRICH® BRAND PASSENGER AND LIGHT TRUCK TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY HOW REPLACEMENT CHARGES ARE CALCULATED You pay the cost of mounting, balancing, and any other service charges and applicable taxes. Workmanship/Materials Mileage Tires A tire which becomes unserviceable due to a condition covered by this workmanship and materials limited warranty will be replaced with a comparable new BFGoodrich® brand tire, free of charge, when 2/32nds of an inch (1.
THE BFGOODRICH® BRAND PASSENGER AND LIGHT TRUCK TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY WHAT YOU MUST DO WHEN MAKING A CLAIM or damage to, tires which are in the custody or control of a BFGoodrich® brand tire retailer for the purpose of inspection for warranty adjustment. When making a claim under the terms of this limited warranty you must present your tire(s) to a participating BFGoodrich® brand tire retailer. The vehicle on which the tires were used must be available for inspection.
THE BFGOODRICH® BRAND PASSENGER AND LIGHT TRUCK TIRE LIMITED WARRANTY CONSUMER RIGHTS This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from state to state. SAFETY MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Read your Tire Owner’s Manual, the information on the sidewall of your tires, your vehicle owner’s manual and vehicle tire information placard for essential safety and maintenance information. When service is required: 1.
SAFETY WARNING DISREGARDING ANY OF THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND/OR INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL MAY RESULT IN TIRE FAILURE OR EXPLOSION CAUSING SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
ARBITRATION CLAUSE RESOLUTION OF DISPUTES ALL CLAIMS ARISING FROM THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR THE MARKETING, SALE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PURCHASED PRODUCT AGAINST MICHELIN NORTH AMERICA, INC. AND ITS AGENTS, EMPLOYEES, DEALERS, AFFILIATES, PARENT OR SISTER CORPORATIONS, RELATED CORPORATE ENTITIES, PREDECESSORS, SUCCESSORS OR ASSIGNS (HEREINAFTER COLLECTIVELY “MICHELIN”) SHALL BE SUBJECT TO BINDING ARBITRATION.
TIRE DISABLEMENT SAFETY WARNING DRIVING ON ANY TIRE THAT DOES NOT HAVE THE CORRECT INFLATION PRESSURE IS DANGEROUS Any tire may fail as a result of an improperly repaired puncture, impact damage, improper inflation, overloading or other conditions resulting from use or misuse. Tire failures, such as a rapid air loss or a tread and belt detachment, may increase risk of injury or death and/or property damage.
UNDERINFLATION TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEMS (TPMS): It is impossible to determine whether tires are properly inflated by simply looking at them. It is almost impossible to “feel or hear” when a tire is being run underinflated or nearly flat. Tires must be checked monthly with a tire pressure gauge.
TIRE SPINNING HIGH SPEED DRIVING CAN BE DANGEROUS Do not spin wheels in excess of 35 mph (55 km/h) as indicated on the speedometer. Excessive speed in a free-running, unloaded tire can cause it to “explode” from centrifugal force. The energy released by such an explosion is sufficient to cause serious physical injury or death. Never allow anyone to stand near or behind the spinning tire. Correct inflation pressure is especially important.
SPEED RATINGS Speed Symbols are shown on the sidewall of some BFGoodrich® tires. The following table shows the maximum speed corresponding to the symbol. *Some V (or VR) rated tires may have a speed capacity greater than 149 mph (240 km/h). Consult your participating BFGoodrich® tire retailer for maximum speed rating if your vehicle capability exceeds this speed. **Z (or ZR) rated tires are designed to use on cars with maximum speed capabilities in excess of 149 mph (240 km/h).
INSPECT YOUR TIRES, DO NOT DRIVE ON A DAMAGED TIRE OR WHEEL INSPECTION When inspecting your tires, including the spare, check the air pressures. 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. HAZARDS Objects in the road, such as potholes, glass, metal, rocks, wood, debris and the like, can damage a tire and should be safely avoided.
WEAR BARS WHEEL ALIGNMENT AND BALANCING ARE IMPORTANT FOR SAFETY AND MAXIMUM MILEAGE FROM YOUR TIRES BFGoodrich® tires contain “Wear-Bars” in the grooves of the tire tread which show up when only 2/32nds of an inch (1.6 mm) of tread is remaining. At this stage, your tires must be replaced. Tires worn beyond this stage are extremely dangerous.
BFGOODRICH ® DOES NOT RECOMMEND MIXING SELF SUPPORTING STRUCTURE (SSS) TIRES WITH NON-SSS TIRES OTHER THAN THE TEMPORARY USE OF THE SPARE TIRE. (10,000 km). This is true for all vehicles. When rotating tires with a directional tread pattern, observe the arrows molded on the sidewall which show the direction the tire should turn. Care must be taken to maintain the proper turning direction.
CUSTOMIZATION OF TIRES, WHEELS, OR SUSPENSION ON SUVS AND LIGHT TRUCKS thoroughly inspected by any BFGoodrich® tire retailer for possible damage that may have occurred. Due to their size, weight and higher center of gravity, vehicles such as SUVs and light trucks do not have the same handling characteristics as automobiles. Because of these differing characteristics, failure to operate your SUV/truck in a proper and safe manner can increase the likelihood of vehicle rollover.
STORAGE Your tires should be mounted on wheels of correct size and type and which are in good, clean condition. Wheels that are bent, chipped, rusted (steel wheels) or corroded (alloy wheels) may cause tire damage. The inside of the tire must be free from foreign material. Have your retailer check the wheels before mounting new tires. Mismatched tires and rims can explode during mounting. Also, mismatched tires and rims can result in dangerous tire failure on the road.
TEMPORARY SPARE TIRES SERVICE LIFE FOR PASSENGER CAR AND LIGHT TRUCK TIRES INCLUDING SPARE TIRES When using any temporary spare tire, be sure to follow the vehicle manufacturer’s instructions. The following recommendation applies to passenger car and light truck tires. Tires are composed of various types of material and rubber compounds, having performance properties essential to the proper functioning of the tire itself. These component properties evolve over time.
It is impossible to predict when tires should be replaced based on their calendar age alone . However, the older a tire the greater the chance that it will need to be replaced due to the service-related evolution or other conditions found upon inspection or detected during use.
REMEMBER... TO AVOID DAMAGE TO YOUR TIRES AND POSSIBLE ACCIDENT: If you see any damage to your tires or wheels, contact your local participating BFGoodrich ® tire retailer listed in the Yellow Pages, or visit our web site listed below for dealer locations.
INDEX Page Page Alterations ..........................................................16 Arbitration .......................................................... 8 Contact Us .......................................................... 20 Controllability ...................................................... 9 Customization......................................................16 DOT ......................................................................18 High Speed Driving....................................
(For Treadwear Limited Warranties only) Vehicle Mileage at Time of Mounting: Date Tires were Mounted: DATE OF ROTATION ODOMETER READING RETAILER NAME AND ADDRESS RETAILER SIGNATURE PSI (check) To validate the treadwear portion of this warranty, your tires must be inspected and rotated every 7,500 miles and the PSI set as recommended on the vehicle placard.
ORIGINAL OWNER/TIRE INSTALLATION INFORMATION To be completed at time of purchase Date of Purchase: ____________________________________ Tire Size: ____________________________________________ Owner Name: ________________________________________ Recommended Tire Pressure Front: __________________PSI Address: ____________________________________________ Recommended Tire Pressure Rear: __________________PSI DOT No: ______________________________________Tire #1: City: ___________________________________
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You should have complete confidence in your new BFGoodrich® tires. Still it’s important to register your tires in the event that we need to contact you. For online tire registration, visit www.bfgoodrichtires.com/register (in USA), www.bfgoodrichtires.ca (in Canada). While you're at it, get racing & driver updates, product information, special offers and more - before they hit the streets - by signing up for email at bfgoodrichtires.com/email (in USA). MNA, P.O.
