Nationwide Limited Warranty (Page 2 of 2) in pdf

MILEAGE

NATIONWIdE LIMITEd WARRANTy

OWNER OBLIGATIONS

• Tires should be mounted by only specially trained dealer personnel

• Match the tire’s diameter with the wheel rim’s bead seat diameter (for example, a 15 inch

It is your obligation to present the tire for which you are seeking a warranty replacement or

tire must only be mounted on a 15 inch wheel)

a replacement allowance to a Vanderbilt tire dealer. Until a tire is accepted by the dealer for war-

• Inflation pressure should be checked, using an accurate tire gauge, at least once a month

ranty replacement or allowance, the tire remains the responsibility of the purchaser. Once the

and check pressure when the tire is cool; never bleed hot tires as it may lead to under infla-

tire is accepted by the dealer for warranty replacement or allowance, you agree to relinquish all

tion after cooling; but never allow children to check, inflate or deflate tires

ownership and all rights to the tire. To locate a dealer near you, contact TBC Corporation by tele-

• Before towing a trailer, check with your dealer to determine proper tire sizing and pressures

phone toll-free during normal business hours at 800-238-6469. If there is a dispute with respect

that may be required because of the trailer load

to the application of this warranty you must make the tire available for further inspection.

• Check tires frequently for cuts, bulges, abnormal or uneven wear, abrasions, glass or metal

When you purchased your Vanderbilt tire, the dealer presented you with proof of its pur-

debris and impact damage

chase in the form of a sales receipt, warranty registration form, and this warranty booklet. That

• Repairs to tires must always consist of a plug combined with a patch applied to the inside

receipt also recorded and provides proof of important information that you must present when

you seek the benefits of this Limited Warranty. You should retain the purchase receipt because

of the tire when the tire is removed from the wheel; plug repairs only are improper and are

prone to leaks and sudden failures

no warranty claim will be accepted by your Vanderbilt dealer or TBC Corporation unless you

retain and present the following to the dealer when you seek to the benefits of this warranty:

• Avoid road hazards, debris, curbs and potholes which can damage your tires, wheels and

alignment

• proof of your purchase of the Vanderbilt tire presented

• proof of the date of your purchase (if none is presented the date of manufacture

• Never over inflate your tire and never exceed the maximum pressure and load molded in

the tire sidewall and only inflate tire to maximum pressure when your tires are carrying the

will be used for the purposes of this Limited Warranty)

• proof as to the vehicle on which this tire was mounted

maximum load

• Have tire punctures repaired by the trained personnel at a Vanderbilt dealer

• the mileage of the vehicle on which this tire was mounted on the date of purchase

• proof that the tire was properly rotated at the required intervals when a

• If your vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, sand or is impeded by a physical obstruction, such

as a ditch, avoid excessive tire spinning; never exceed 35 miles an hour on the odometer

Tread Life Warranty claim is presented

when spinning a tire as the centrifugal force generated above that speed could result in tire

The mounting and balancing of no-charge replacement tires is also provided at no charge

deformation or explosion. Instead, use gentle forward and backward motion to free the

to you. However, when a warranty replacement allowance is provided, you are responsible to

vehicle.

pay the charges, including applicable taxes, for the remaining purchase price of a replacement

• Best tire performance is achieved when all tires are of the same type and the size that is

tire, and the mounting and balancing that new replacement tire.

recommended by the vehicle manufacturer for the particular axle. Never mount radial ply

You are also responsible for payment of any charges that may apply for the rotation of

tires on the same axle as non-radial ply tires; never mount radial tires on the front axle when

your Vanderbilt tire at least every 6,000 miles which is required by this Limited Warranty.

non-radial tires are mounted on the rear axle as these conditions can create vehicle instabil-

LEGAL RIGHTS

ity resulting in sudden loss of control, damage and injury.

This Limited Warranty gives you legal rights, and you may have additional legal rights under

• It is recommended that all four (4) tires on a passenger or light truck vehicle be replaced

applicable federal statutes and regulations or state law. Your legal rights under state law may

at the same time. However, when only two (2) tires are replaced, the new tires should be

vary state to state.

installed on the rear axle to achieve better driving performance and safety.

• Never drive on tires that have less than 2/32nds of an inch of tread remaining; replace tires

VANDERBILT TREAD LIFE WARRANTY – TABLE OF TIRE LINES,

as soon as the tread reaches the treadwear indicators molded into the tread grooves of the

MILEAGE AND MONTHS

tire which reveal when the tread depth remaining is 2/32nds of an inch. Continued use

TIRE LINE

MILES

kILOMETERS

MONTHS

creates a serious risk of tire failure, loss of control and serious injury

PASSENGER

• Never operate your vehicle at speeds above that posted or speeds that are not justified

TOURING LSE (T Rated)

80,000

128,000

by the road conditions

TOURING LSE (H & V Rated)

60,000

96,000

APPROVED TIRE ROTATION PATTERNS*

GRAND SPIRIT TOURING SLi (T Rated)

70,000

112,000

GRAND SPIRIT TOURING

70,000

112,000

X Tires to

the Driven Axle

GRAND SPIRIT TOURING SLi

60,000

96,000

Rear Wheel Drive

Front Wheel Drive

4 Wheel Drive

(H & V Rated)

Vehicles

GRAND PRIX TOUR RS (T Rated)

60,000

96,000

FRONT

GRAND PRIX TOUR RS (H & V Rated)

50,000

80,000

MIRADA SPORT GTX

50,000

80,000

Modified

ALL SEASON

50,000

80,000

LIGHT TRUCK

EXCEPT

(Metric Only)

MIRADA CROSSTOUR SLX

70,000

112,000

WILD SPIRIT SPORT HT

65,000

105,000

TURBO-TECH TOUR HST

60,000

96,000

FRONT

Alternate Pattern

WILD TRAC LTR II

50,000

80,000

WILD TRAC LTR MAX*

50,000

80,000

WILD SPIRIT A/T

50,000

80,000

WILD SPIRIT AT/S*

50,000

80,000

TURBO-TECH ASR

40,000

64,000

Mileage Warranty Applies To All Sizes Including LT

• None of the patterns illustrated shows rotation of a spare tire. “Temporary Use” or

“Mini” spares can not be included in a rotation pattern. A full size comparable spare tire (that

IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS AND INFORMATION

is, same size and radial type) may be included in any of the patterns shown above by inserting

Vanderbilt tire owners should follow these safety tips to avoid serious accident and injury:

the spare in the right rear position. The tire that would have moved to the right rear position

• Tire under inflation, over inflation or overloading can cause tire failure (you must adhere to

becomes the spare.

directions in the manufacturer’s owner’s manual or tire placard in the vehicle for proper tire

* When rotating tires with a directional tread pattern, observe the arrows molded on the

pressures for the front and rear tires)

tire sidewall which show the direction the tire should turn. For vehicles that are equipped with

• Be sure that all of the tire valve caps are present and securely attached, the valve cap is one

different size tires front to rear, refer to the vehicle manufacturer’s rotation procedures in the

of the primary seals against air leaks

vehicle owner’s manual.

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