Warranty
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TIRE ROTATION
For maximum mileage, rotate your tires
according to the vehicle manufacturer’s
recommendations (consult your vehicle
owner’s manual), or if not provided, rotate
every 5,000 miles using a rotation pattern
such as below (see “Radial Tire Rotation”
in this manual).
TIRE WEAR—VISUAL CHECK
Check for obvious signs of wear.
Exposed tread bars Irregular shoulder wear
(replace) (have inspected)
Shoulder wear Center Wear
(have inspected) (have inspected)
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tread grooves as shown. If
you can see the top of Lincoln’s
head, the tire is worn out and
needs to be replaced.
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TIRE MAINTENANCE and
SAFETY INFORMATION
Any tire, no matter how well constructed, may fail in use
as a result of punctures, impact damage, improper in a-
tion, overloading, or other conditions resulting from use or
misuse. Tire failure may create a risk of property damage,
serious personal injury or death.
SAFETY WARNING
Serious personal injury or death may result from a tire fail-
ure. Many tire failures are preceded by vibration, bumps,
bulges or irregular wear. If a vibration occurs while driving
your vehicle or you notice a bump, bulge or irregular wear,
have your tires and vehicle evaluated by a quali ed tire
service professional.
To reduce the risk of tire failure, Bridgestone Ameri-
cas Tire Operations, LLC strongly recommends you
read and follow all safety information contained in this
manual. In addition, we recommend periodic inspection
and maintenance, if necessary, by a quali ed tire service
professional.
TIRE FAILURE WHILE DRIVING
SAFETY WARNING
It is not often that a properly maintained tire will “blow
out” while you are driving. More commonly, if in ation
pressure is lost, it will be gradual. If you do experience a
blowout or sudden tire failure, the following information
should be helpful:
• When the failure occurs, you may hear a loud noise, feel
a vibration, and/or the vehicle may pull toward the side
of the failed tire.
• DO NOT abruptly brake or turn.
• Slowly remove your foot from the accelerator, hold the
steering wheel rmly, and steer to maintain your lane
position.
• Once the vehicle has slowed, apply the brakes gently.
• Gradually pull over to the shoulder and come to a stop, as
far off the road as possible.
TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE
Tires need proper in ation pressure to operate effec-
tively and perform as intended. Tires carry the vehicle,
passenger, and cargo loads and transmit the braking,
acceleration, and turning forces. The vehicle manufac-
turer recommends the in ation pressures for the tires
mounted on your vehicle.