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Summary of Contents for Michelin LIGHT TRUCK TIRE
- Page 1 ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PASSENGER & LIGHT TRUCK TIRE OWNER’S MANUAL & LIMITED WARRANTY...
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Page 2: What Is Covered And For How Long
(or repaired, if punctured) and returned to service. While no tire, regardless of its quality or design, is indestructible, the Michelin PAX System tire is a design innovation that puts you in control of a potentially compromising situation. maintenance... - Page 3 ® SYSTEM SUPPORT RING Michelin PAX System Support ring , used in normal service on the vehicle on which they were originally fitted and in accordance with the maintenance recommendations and safety warnings contained in the attached owner’s manual, are covered by this warranty against defects in...
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Page 4: Conditions And Exclusions
Michelin PAX System tires presented for claim remain the property of the consumer and Michelin accepts no responsibility for loss of, or damage to, tires which are in the custody or control of a Michelin tire retailer for the purpose of inspection for warranty adjustment. In the event of a disputed claim, the consumer must make the tire available to Michelin for further inspection.No Michelin representative, employee or retailer has the... -
Page 5: Safety Warning
SAFETY WARNING DISREGARDING ANY OF THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL MAY RESULT IN TIRE FAILURE OR EXPLOSION CAUSING SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. - Page 6 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 placard on the vehicle (check vehicle and/or vehicle owner’s manual for placard location) for the recommended operating pressures.
- Page 7 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.
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Page 8: Tire Spinning
If the tire pressure is at or below 18 PSI, proceed to the nearest Authorized PAX System retailer (or a representative of your vehicle manufacturer if advised to do so in your vehicle owner’s manual) and have the tire demounted and thoroughly inspected for possible internal damage. - Page 9 Maximum Speed Km/hr Michelin 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).
- Page 10 INSPECT YOUR TIRES, DO NOT DRIVE ON A DAMAGED TIRE OR WHEEL 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. Unavoidable contact with such objects should prompt a thorough tire inspection. Anytime you see any damage to your tires or wheels, immediately visit any Authorized PAX System tire retailer.
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Page 11: Trailer Towing
DO NOT OVERLOAD DRIVING ON ANY OVERLOADED TIRE IS DANGEROUS The maximum load rating of your tires is molded on the tire sidewall. Do not exceed this rating. Follow the loading instructions of the manufacturer of your vehicle and this will ensure that your tires are not overloaded. Tires which are loaded beyond their maximum allowable loads for the particular application will build up excessive heat that may result in sudden tire destruction. -
Page 12: Winter Driving
To obtain maximum tire wear, it may be necessary to rotate your tires. Refer to your vehicle owner’s manual for instructions on tire rotation. If you do not have an owner‘s manual for your vehicle, Michelin recommends rotating your tires every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (10,000 to 12,000 km). - Page 13 PAX System tire retailer for possible damage that may have occurred. A tread area puncture in any PAX System passenger or light truck tire can be repaired provided that the puncture hole is not more than 1/4” in...
- Page 14 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 accordance with these instructions could result in damage to your tires or premature aging of the tires and sudden tire failure.
- Page 15 If further assistance is required, contact: IN USA 1-877-PAX TIRE or 1-877-729-8473 or write: Michelin North America, Inc. Attention: Consumer Relations Department Post Office Box 19001 Greenville, SC 29602-9001 or email:...
- Page 16 Correct tire pressure is very important. Proper inflation pressures may be found in the vehicle owner’s manual or vehicle tire information placard. Check tire pressures at least once each month before driving, when tires are cold. For further technical information on Michelin tires, consult any Michelin retailer or refer to Michelin Passenger and Light Truck Tire Data Book.
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