User Guide

• 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 U.S. Tire
Manufacturers Association (USTMA) established repair procedures
at www.ustires.org and/or go to www.goodyear.com for
information on proper repair procedures.
• 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.
• 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.
• EXCESSIVE WHEEL SPINNING. This can also result in tire
disintegration or axle failure.
WARNING: Vehicle handling, traction, ride comfort and other
performance parameters may be significantly affected by a change
in tire size or type. Before replacing tires, always consult and follow
the vehicle owner’s manual because some vehicle manufacturers
prohibit changing tire size. When selecting tires that are different
from the original equipment size make certain: (1) The tires have
adequate load-carrying capacity based on the vehicle placard, (2)
The tires have sufficient inflation pressure to carry the load and (3)
There is proper clearance with no interference points between the
tire and vehicle. The consumer must be aware to always drive safely
and obey all traffic laws. Avoid sudden, sharp turns or aggressive
lane changes. Failure to follow any of these warnings may result
in loss of control of the vehicle, leading to an accident and serious
injury or death.
TIRE CARE AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE
The easiest way to help ensure satisfactory mileage and
performance from your Goodyear or Dunlop 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. Check inflation pressures at least once a
month and before long trips. Use an accurate tire pressure gauge.
Always check pressures when the tires are cold (when the vehicle
has been driven less than one mile).
If you must check inflation when the tires are hot, add 4 psi
(27 kPa) to the recommended cold inflation pressure. 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 underinflation always requires
expert inspection to determine the source of leakage and
tire removal to determine repairability.
To avoid injury, NEVER
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