Product Warranty

TIRE DISABLEMENT SAFETY WARNING

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. To

reduce the risk of a tire failure, BFGoodrich recommends you thoroughly read

and follow the recommendations in this BFGoodrich Limited

Warranty/Owner’s Manual, the vehicle owner’s manual, tire placard

information, and tire sidewall information regarding safety warnings, proper

tire use and maintenance.

CONTROLLABILITY

CONTROLLING A VEHICLE WHEN A TIRE FAILURE OCCURS

If a tire failure occurs, you may hear a loud noise, feel a vibration, and/or

the vehicle may pull toward the side of the failed tire. If possible, step on

the accelerator momentarily to maintain forward momentum and ensure

vehicle control. It is important that you DO NOT BRAKE OR

ABRUPTLY TURN THE STEERING WHEEL. Slowly remove your foot

from the accelerator and hold the steering wheel firmly while steering to

remain in your lane. Once the vehicle has slowed and is fully under control,

apply the brakes gently; safely pull over to the shoulder and come to a

stop. Inspect the tires. If one or more tires look flat or low, show

detachment or other damage, remove tire assembly and replace it with a

properly inflated spare. Bumps or bulges may indicate detachment within

the tire body and require inspection by a qualified tire technician.

DRIVING ON ANY TIRE THAT DOES NOT HAVE THE

CORRECT INFLATION PRESSURE IS DANGEROUS

Any underinflated tire builds up excessive heat that may result in sudden

tire destruction. If tires are supplied as original equipment, refer to the tire

decal on the vehicle (check vehicle and/or vehicle owner’s manual for decal

location) for the recommended operating pressures. For replacement tires,

the correct inflation pressure will be provided by your tire retailer; if not,

refer to the vehicle decal.

These inflation pressures must be maintained as a minimum. However, do

not exceed the maximum pressure rating indicated on the tire sidewall.

CHECK THE COLD INFLATION PRESSURES IN ALL

YOUR TIRES, INCLUDING THE SPARE, AT LEAST

ONCE EACH MONTH

Failure to maintain correct inflation may result in improper vehicle

handling and may cause rapid and irregular tire wear, sudden tire

destruction, loss of vehicle control and serious personal injury. Therefore,

inflation pressures should be checked at least once each month and always

prior to long distance trips. This applies to all tires, including sealant types,

and Self-Supporting tires which are as susceptible to losing air pressure as

any other type of tire if not properly maintained.

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