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FAILURE TO OBSERVE ANY OF THE RECOMMENDED
PRECAUTIONS CONTAINED IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL CAN
LEAD TO ERRATIC VEHICLE BEHAVIOR AND/OR TIRE DAMAGE,
POSSIBLY RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT.

If you see any damage to your tires or wheels, contact your local
authorized tire retailer or Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealer.

WARNING:

For safety and good performance, you must take

care of your tires.

SAFETY INFORMATION

74

2013 Tire Warranty

(stn)

Supplement, 1st Printing, September 2012
USA

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Summary of Contents for 2013 Tire

Page 1: ...Tire Warranty Guide DL1J 19T201 AB November 2012 Second Printing Tire Warranty Guide Litho in U S A fordowner com ford ca ...

Page 2: ...ontained in this publication was correct at the time of going to print In the interest of continuous development we reserve the right to change specifications design or equipment at any time without notice or obligation No part of this publication may be reproduced transmitted stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any form by any means without our written permission Error...

Page 3: ...ew Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage You will find the manufacturer s tire warranty with the owner literature supplied with your vehicle or in this guide if it has been provided to Ford with a request to publish You have the option of having a tire warranty repair performed by the tire manufacturer s authorized service center If you go to a tire service center for a repair covered by the New Vehic...

Page 4: ...till available Refer to your New Vehicle Limited Warranty Guide for complete coverage details The following tire warranty information has been provided by and published at the request of the tire manufacturer Ford Motor Company makes no representations about the warranties or information provided by tire manufacturers FORD AND LINCOLN NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY 3 2013 Tire Warranty stn Supplemen...

Page 5: ...le 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 THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER This 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 o...

Page 6: ...or may be limited by any other applicable written warranty you may have received concerning special tires or situations REPLACEMENT PRICE Radial passenger and light truck tires adjusted under this Limited Warranty will be replaced free of charge during the first 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...

Page 7: ...lity 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 ...

Page 8: ...her warranties express or implied including a failure of warranty and the validity of this arbitration clause but excluding claims for personal injury or property damage shall be resolved by binding arbitration between you and it according to the formal dispute resolution procedures of the National Arbitration Forum under the Code of Procedure then in effect This arbitration will be conducted as a...

Page 9: ...and tire information placards labels on the vehicle The Bridgestone and Firestone Tire Maintenance Safety and Warranty Manual for original equipment passenger and light truck tires CONTACT US For a copy of the Bridgestone Firestone tire manual and for other important tire service information recommendations and safety warnings please contact us On the internet www bridgestonetire com www firestone...

Page 10: ...of the treadwear indicators 2 32nds of an inch 1 6 mm of tread remaining Date of purchase is documented by new vehicle registration If no proof of purchase is available the date of manufacture as molded on the sidewall will be used Replacement will be made in accordance with the terms and conditions described under How Replacement Charges are Calculated Note Your vehicle manufacturer may provide a...

Page 11: ...rchaser of the tires you own the vehicle on which they were originally installed and the tires have been used only on that vehicle 2 The tires have been rotated and inspected by a participating BFGoodrich tire retailer and the rotation service record in the Scheduled Maintenance guide has been fully completed and signed 3 The completed rotation service record Original Owner Tire Installation Infor...

Page 12: ...nty will be replaced with a comparable new BFGoodrich brand tire free of charge when 2 32nds of an inch 1 6 mm or less of the original tread is worn or 25 or less whichever is more beneficial to you and within 12 months of the date of purchase The cost of mounting and balancing the tire is included You pay the cost of any other service charges and applicable taxes When more than 2 32nds of an inch...

Page 13: ...nd vehicle registration may be required You pay any service charges for normal vehicle and tire maintenance CONDITIONS AND EXCLUSIONS This limited warranty does not provide compensation for loss of time loss of use of vehicle inconvenience or incidental or consequential damages Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or ex...

Page 14: ...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 CONTACT INFORMATION 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 ww...

Page 15: ... bearing the Continental General Tire brand name and D O T Tire Identification Number operated in normal service and used on the same vehicle on which they were originally installed according to the vehicle manufacturer s recommendations Tire s on any vehicle registered and normally operated outside the United States and Canada are excluded from eligibility under this Limited Warranty and Adjustme...

Page 16: ...s unserviceable from a condition other than those listed in Section 3 during the first 1 32nd 0 8 mm of treadwear then it will be replaced with a comparable new Continental brand Temporary Spare Tire FREE OF CHARGE including mounting and balancing The owner pays all applicable taxes After this Free Replacement Policy for your Temporary Spare Tire expires no adjustment will be made After the Free R...

Page 17: ...ffects caused by 1 Improper tire inflation and or improper load speed practices These practices can cause excessive operational temperatures and stresses that exceed the tire s capabilities 2 Improper or insufficient tire rotation 3 Improper vehicle alignment 4 Damage due to Rim irregularities or rim damage Snow chains Vehicle mechanical problems including brake problems and vehicle wheel alignmen...

Page 18: ... OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY SOME U S STATES AND OR CANADIAN PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF AN IMPLIED WARRANTY SO THE ABOVE MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW CONTINENTAL TIRE DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR ALL CONSEQUENTIAL AND INCIDENTAL DAMAGES THE REMEDIES SET FORTH IN THIS...

Page 19: ...BLIGATIONS To make an eligible claim under this Limited Warranty and Adjustment Policy the owner must present a claim with the tire to an Authorized Dealer For the nearest Authorized Dealer consult the Yellow Pages the Continental brand internet address or the 800 telephone numbers shown on the back of this Limited Warranty and Adjustment Policy Owner must present new vehicle registration form or ...

Page 20: ...er portions of your tire without being visible to the outside If you suspect a tire has been damaged from striking anything unusual in the road you must have the tire removed from the rim and inspected both inside and out by a trained tire specialist Air loss or unusual tire wear can also be warning signs that a tire may have internal damage If you notice these conditions have your tire inspected ...

Page 21: ...ire s Customer Relations Department directly as follows In United States Phone 1 800 847 3349 Online www continentaltire com Continental Tire the Americas LLC 1830 McMillan Park Dr Fort Mill SC 29707 In Canada Phone 1 800 461 1776 Online www continentaltire ca Continental Tire Canada Inc 6110 Cantay Rd Mississauga ON L5R 3W5 CONTINENTAL TIRE 20 2013 Tire Warranty stn Supplement 1st Printing Septem...

Page 22: ...all stamping WHAT IS COVERED AND FOR HOW LONG FREE TIRE REPLACEMENT Any new Goodyear or Dunlop highway radial auto or radial light truck tire covered by this policy removed from service due to a covered warranty condition during the first 2 32 of usable tread or twelve months from date of purchase whichever comes first will be replaced with a comparable new Goodyear or Dunlop tire at no charge inc...

Page 23: ...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 retail selling 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 and government mandated charges...

Page 24: ...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 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 limite...

Page 25: ...o state or province to province DISCLAIMER THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF AND GOODYEAR HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND REPRESENTATIONS EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NO OTHER WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION OF ANY KIND IS MADE BY GOODYEAR OR SHALL BE IMPLIED BY LAW LIMITATION OF DAMAGES IN NO EVENT A...

Page 26: ...s injury or death may result from TIRE FAILURE DUE TO UNDERINFLATION OVERLOADING MISAPPLICATION Follow the vehicle owner s manual or tire placard in vehicle TIRE FAILURE DUE TO IMPACT DAMAGE IMPROPER MAINTENANCE Tires should be inspected regularly by a qualified technician for signs of damage such as punctures or impacts TIRE FAILURE DUE TO IMPROPER REPAIRS See Rubber Manufacturers Association RMA...

Page 27: ...NFLAT ROF AND DUNLOP SELF SUPPORTING TECHNOLOGY DSST ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT TIRES IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION OPERATIONAL MONITORING The information contained in this Limited Warranty Brochure applies only to the Original Equipment tires supplied with your vehicle In order for Goodyear Run Flat Extended Mobility Technology EMT RunOnFlat ROF or Dunlop Run Flat Dunlop Self Supporting Technology DSST ti...

Page 28: ...hese precautions will increase the chance that your tire will be repairable SERVICE AFTER A SYSTEM ALERT To obtain service after operating under low inflation conditions contact your Goodyear or Dunlop Run Flat service facility Trained service personnel will inspect your tires to determine if they are in need of repair or replacement To locate the nearest authorized Goodyear or Dunlop Run Flat ser...

Page 29: ...ing in loss of vehicle control and possible serious injury or death Application of these tires to a vehicle not equipped with specified operational low tire pressure monitoring system constitutes improper and unsafe use of this product FOR SERVICE ASSISTANCE OR INFORMATION FOR SERVICE ASSISTANCE OR INFORMATION FIRST CONTACT THE NEAREST GOODYEAR OR DUNLOP RETAILER For assistance in locating the nea...

Page 30: ...ement will be allowed a credit toward purchase of a new comparable Hankook Tire Based upon the amount of tread actually worn The cost of mounting balancing and any other service charges of Applicable taxes shall be paid by the user Otherwise adjustment for compensation will be made on a pro rata basis calculated by multiplying the actual dealer selling price by the percentage of remaining usable t...

Page 31: ...NON ADJUSTABLE CONDITIONS A 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 racing vandalism willful damage or abuse Misalignment wheel imbalance defective brakes or shock absorber use of tire chains Any tire ...

Page 32: ...tes do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have the rights which vary from province in Canada and from state to state in the U S A 3 HANKOOK S OBLIGATIONS Replacement qualifying under this warranty will be made by a participating Hankook ...

Page 33: ...he Owner s Manual HANKOOK U S A CORPORATE HEADQUATERS 1450 Valley Road Wayne New Jersey 07470 973 633 9000 Toll Free 877 740 7000 www hankooktireusa com WEST REGIONAL OFFICE 11555 Arrow Route Suite 105 Rancho Cucamonga CA 91730 909 481 9800 Toll Free 800 426 8252 www hankooktireusa com CANADA CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS 30 Resolution Drive Brampton Ontario L6W 0A3 905 463 9802 Toll Free 800 843 7709 ww...

Page 34: ...lacement Tires not qualifying for free replacement will be allowed a credit toward purchase of a new comparable Kumho tire based upon the amount of tread actually worn The cost of mounting balancing and any other service charges of Applicable taxes shall be paid by the user Otherwise adjustment for compensation will be made on a pro rata basis calculated by multiplying the actual dealer selling pr...

Page 35: ...DITIONS A Irregular wear or tire damage due to Road hazards such as punctures cuts snags scuffs carcass bruises or impact breaks Fire wreck or collision Flat spotting caused by improper storage Improper inflation overloading high speed spinning improper mounting or demounting running flat racing vandalism willful damage or abuse Misalignment wheel imbalance defective brakes or shock absorber use o...

Page 36: ...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 warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have the rights which vary from province in Canada and from state to state in the U S A 3 KUMHO S OBLIGATIONS Replacement qualifying under this warranty will be made by a participating Kumho D...

Page 37: ... the vehicle or the Owner s Manual KUMHO TIRE U S A CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS 10299 6th Street Rancho Cucamonga CA 91730 U S A 909 428 3342 Toll Free 800 44 HI 58646 KUMHO www kumhousa com CANADA CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS Unit 260 4011 Viking Way Richmond B C V6V 2K9 604 241 4142 Toll Free 1 888 995 8646 www kumhotire ca TORONTO OFFICE 1100 Sheppard Ave West Suite 302 Toronto Ontario M3K 2B3 416 636 090...

Page 38: ...ial incidental or indirect damages Some States or Provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty or condition lasts so the above limitation may not apply to you Some States or Provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you ELIGIBILITY FOR LIMITED WARRANTY In order for the Tire or ...

Page 39: ...lugs and or any other damage caused by tire repair Ride problems vibration problems and or out of round Tires if Maxxis determines the problem is not the result of a defect covered under this Limited Warranty regardless of the tread depth of the Tire Irregular treadwear resulting from improper wheel alignment under or over inflation tire abuse such as spinning improper mounting or dismounting vehi...

Page 40: ... may also have other rights which vary from State to State or Province to Province REPLACEMENT OF TIRES If you make a warranty claim in accordance with this Limited Warranty and the Tire is within the first 25 of original usable tread or the warranty claim is made 12 months from the date of your purchase of the new Vehicle whichever comes first the Tire will be promptly replaced with a comparable ...

Page 41: ...the Tire is within five years of its date of manufacture You must present the Tire that is the subject of the warranty claim and all service and maintenance records required by this Limited Warranty If there is no Maxxis Dealer or Vehicle Manufacturer Dealer near you call the Maxxis Technology Center at 1 866 509 7067 SAFETY MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Improper tire mounting and inflation and overload...

Page 42: ...xceed the maximum recommended pressure to seat the beads Only trained tire personnel should mount tires Use of worn out tires less than 2 32nd inch 1 6 mm of tread depth increases the probability of tire failure Excessive speeds create heat buildup in a tire leading to possible tire failure Maxxis strongly recommends tire rotation every 5 000 to 7 500 miles 8 000 to 12 000 kilometers The Maxxis br...

Page 43: ...w vehicle registration or tire sales invoice If no proof of purchase is available the date of manufacture as molded on the sidewall will be used Uneven wear is defined as a tread groove difference of 2 32nds of an inch or more on the same tire WHAT S COVERED AND FOR HOW LONG Workmanship and Materials Michelin passenger and light truck tires used in normal service on the vehicle on which they were ...

Page 44: ... tire invoice your Michelin mileage tires wear evenly across the tread down to the treadwear indicators 2 32nds of an inch 1 6 mm of tread remaining before providing the warranted miles of service as indicated by the properly functioning vehicle odometer they will be replaced with comparable new Michelin passenger tires for a pro rata charge based on mileage received The mileage received will be b...

Page 45: ...Manual for complete description This service does not apply to original equipment tires 3 year Flat Tire Changing Assistance In the event of a flat tire the consumer can simply call 1 888 553 4327 and a qualified service professional will change the tire or provide towing up to 150 miles at no charge Available 24 hours a day 365 days a year in the US and Canada Some conditions and limitations appl...

Page 46: ...HOW REPLACEMENT CHARGES ARE CALCULATED Passenger and Light Truck 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 Michelin tire free of charge when 2 32nds of an inch 1 6 mm or less of the original tread is worn or 25 or less whichever is more beneficial to the user and within 12 months of ...

Page 47: ...tire retailer The vehicle on which the tires were used must be available for inspection Personal identification i e Driver s license Credit Card etc and vehicle registration may be required You pay service charges for normal vehicle and tire maintenance Also see Conditions and Exclusions on this page pertaining to all limited warranties listed in this booklet CONDITIONS AND EXCLUSIONS These limite...

Page 48: ...er listed in your local yellow pages 2 If additional assistance in locating a participating Michelin tire retailer is required please call the phone number listed for your area See the Contact Information section for this information ARBITRATION CLAUSE RESOLUTION OF DISPUTES ALL CLAIMS ARISING FROM THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR THE MARKETING SALE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PURCHASED PRODUCT AGAINST MICHELIN...

Page 49: ...ass wide or representative basis or on behalf of the general public or on behalf of other persons that may be similarly situated You agree that you do not have the right to act as a private attorney general a class representative or to participate as a member of a class of claimants with any claim subject to arbitration You further agree that no claim subject to arbitration shall be heard by a jur...

Page 50: ...e is required contact IN USA 1 800 847 3435 or write Michelin North America Inc Attention Consumer Care Department Post Office Box 19001 Greenville SC 29602 9001 or email www michelinman com IN CANADA 1 888 871 4444 or write Michelin North America Canada Inc 3020 Jacques Bureau Avenue 3020 Jacques Bureau Avenue H7P 6G2 or email www michelin ca MICHELIN 49 2013 Tire Warranty stn Supplement 1st Prin...

Page 51: ...placed to the owner at no charge for the tire If the tire is presented for ride related anomalies the warranty period is one year from the date of original retail purchase of the vehicle or purchase of replacement tires purchase receipt required or within the first 2 32 of the original usable tread whichever occurs first The owner must pay for any associated service charges including mounting and ...

Page 52: ...ermine the cost by multiplying the percentage of the original usable tread worn by the current dealer selling price The owner must pay for any associated service charges including mounting and balancing of the tire This Road Hazard Policy is not a warranty PTNA does not warranty that a Pirelli tire will not fail due to road hazard and does not authorize any person including authorized Pirelli deal...

Page 53: ... struts or improper rims Tires damaged by fire chemical corrosion vandalism wrecks chains theft run while flat underinflated overinflated or abused during servicing Tires affected by flat spotting caused by improper transport or storage Tires which become unserviceable because of road hazard injuries e g nails glass metal objects or other penetrations or snags bruises or impact damage except for t...

Page 54: ...OSS OF USE OF VEHICLE LOSS OF TIME OR INCONVENIENCE ARISING OUT OF AN ANOMALY Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state The tires fitted to your vehicle as original equipment were tested and app...

Page 55: ...r information is needed please contact IN THE USA Pirelli Tire North America Consumer Affairs Group 100 Pirelli Drive Rome GA 30161 Monday through Friday 8 00 AM to 6 00 PM Eastern Standard Time 1 800 747 3554 option 2 1 800 PIRELLI IN CANADA Pirelli Tire Inc Consumer Affairs Group 1111 boul Dr Frederik Phillips Suite 506 St Laurent Quebec H4M 2X6 Monday through Friday 8 00 AM to 6 00 PM Eastern S...

Page 56: ... of purchase such as the new vehicle car dealer invoice or the new vehicle registration the manufactured date of the tire will be used to determine eligibility Prorated Tire Replacement If your Cooper branded radial tire covered by this Limited Warranty is not eligible for free replacement and is beyond the Vehicle Manufacturer s warranty period but becomes unserviceable and is removed from servic...

Page 57: ...ation practices B Ride complaints after the first 2 32 of tread wear C Use in any commercial racing or off road applications D Ozone or weather checking on tires over 4 four years from date of manufacture or date of purchase Proof of purchase is required Without proof of purchase the manufacture date will be used to determine eligibility E Tires stored improperly OR F Tires that are 1 Worn unevenl...

Page 58: ...il in service or otherwise become unserviceable due to conditions beyond the control of the manufacturer Nothing in this Limited Warranty is intended to be a representation by Cooper that tire failure cannot occur COOPER TIRE DOES NOT PROVIDE COMPENSATION FOR LOSS OF TIME OR USE INCONVENIENCE OR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW Some states do not allow exclusi...

Page 59: ...re manufacturers and takes into account all aspects of the vehicle s operation and performance Changes in tire size type or construction should not be made without consulting the vehicle or tire manufacturer Unapproved tire applications can adversely affect steering handling braking and traction on your vehicle TIRE REGISTRATION We hope you enjoy the excellent performance of your new Cooper tires ...

Page 60: ...ww rubberassociation ca www tc gc ca CONTACT INFORMATION If you see damage to your tire s or wheels please immediately contact the nearest Ford Dealer or independent Cooper Tire Dealer If additional assistance is required please contact In the United States and Canada Call 1 800 854 6288 or write Cooper Tire Attention Consumer Relations Department P O Box 550 Findlay Ohio 45839 or email www us coo...

Page 61: ... Tires are covered under this Limited Warranty for a period of up to 5 years from the date you purchased your new vehicle Toyo Tires will replace it with a comparable new Toyo brand tire in the manner explained in the What Toyo Tires Will Do section below WHAT IS NOT COVERED This Limited Warranty does not cover the following categories of claims Rapid Treadwear Original equipment tires are not gua...

Page 62: ...able Any tire not presented and available for Toyo Tires inspection Any tire worn beyond the treadwear indicators less than 2 32 of remaining tread Uniformity issues after the first 25 of treadwear Temporary spare tires that are used at speeds over 50 miles per hour Nothing in this Limited Warranty is intended to be a representation that tire failures cannot occur WHAT TOYO TIRES WILL DO For every...

Page 63: ... Tires You are responsible for taxes and all other costs fees and expenses 2 If more than 50 Worn Toyo Tires will replace any Eligible Tire when the original usable tread is worn by more than 50 and within 5 years from the date you purchased the vehicle new If you cannot provide a copy of the new vehicle registration or vehicle purchase receipt the manufacture date of the tire as indicated by the ...

Page 64: ...A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES e g loss of time loss of use of vehicle towing charges road services cost of rental car inconveniences etc Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above exclusions may not apply to you The terms of this Limited Warranty may not be changed by anyone including any To...

Page 65: ...rmation is available at http toyotires com customer care warranty information CONTACT INFORMATION If you need assistance please contact your authorized Toyo Tires retailer To locate an authorized Toyo Tires dealer use our dealer locator at www toyotires com or contact Toyo Tires Consumer Relations at TOYO TIRE U S A CORP P O Box 6052 Cypress California 90630 5249 800 442 8696 6 30am to 5 00pm Paci...

Page 66: ...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 self sealant types self supporting runflat types and other extended mobility tires which are as suscep...

Page 67: ...t traction to spin beyond its speed capability This is also true when balancing a drive tire wheel assembly on the vehicle using the vehicle engine to spin the tire wheel assembly HIGH SPEED DRIVING CAN BE DANGEROUS Correct inflation pressure is especially important However at high speeds even with the correct inflation pressure a road hazard for example is more difficult to avoid and if contact i...

Page 68: ...d particularly under adverse road and weather conditions or if the vehicle has unusual characteristics Highway passenger tires that do not have a speed symbol on the sidewall have a maximum speed rating of 105 mph 170 kph Light truck highway tires that do not have a speed symbol on the sidewall of the tire have a maximum speed rating of 87 mph 140 kph The speed and other ratings of retreaded tires...

Page 69: ...avoidable contact with such objects should prompt a thorough tire inspection Anytime you see any damage to your tires or wheels replace with the spare at once and immediately visit a tire retailer 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 penetrat...

Page 70: ...s worn beyond this stage are extremely dangerous WARNING Age WARNING Tires degrade over time depending on many factors such as weather storage conditions and conditions of use load speed inflation pressure etc the tires experience throughout their lives In general tires should be replaced after six years regardless of tread wear However heat caused by hot climates or frequent high loading conditio...

Page 71: ... checked immediately Tires which have been run underinflated will show more wear on the shoulders than in the center of the tread TIRE MIXING For best performance it is recommended that the same size and type of tire be used on all four wheel positions Before mixing tires of different types in any configuration on any vehicle be sure to check the vehicle manufacturer s Owner s Manual for its recom...

Page 72: ...HEELS OR SUSPENSION ON SUVS AND LIGHT TRUCKS 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 Modifications to your SUV truck tire size tire t...

Page 73: ... a month or more their surfaces become dry and more susceptible to ozone and weather checking and the casing becomes susceptible to flat spotting For this reason tires should always be stored in a cool dry clean indoor environment If storage is for one month or more eliminate the weight from the tires by raising the vehicle or by removing the tires from the vehicle Failure to store tires in accord...

Page 74: ... for tubeless tires i e wheels which have safety humps or ledges It is recommended that you have your tires and wheels balanced Tires and wheels which are not balanced may cause steering difficulties a bumpy ride and irregular tire wear Be sure that all your valves have suitable valve caps The valve cap is the primary seal against air loss TEMPORARY SPARE TIRES When using any temporary spare tire ...

Page 75: ...IRE DAMAGE POSSIBLY RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT If you see any damage to your tires or wheels contact your local authorized tire retailer or Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealer WARNING For safety and good performance you must take care of your tires SAFETY INFORMATION 74 2013 Tire Warranty stn Supplement 1st Printing September 2012 USA fus ...

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