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Custom Built® Radial Passenger Vehicle & SUV/Light Truck Tyres

Maintenance and Mileage Booklet Tyre Care and Safety Information.

Read thoroughly and retain for your records. Ask your Dealer/Service to fill out Tyre Mileage Certificate and Rotation Records inside this booklet to validate Mileage Warranty.

Important: See back cover for detachable mail-in Tyre Registration Postcard.

Effective January 1, 2012

Since 1914

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LIMITED WARRANTY – Your “Custom Built®” Radial Adjustment Policy

You have just equipped your car with our finest achievement in radial tyre engineering… the Vogue® Custom Built® Radial Tyre. Thank you for selecting Vogue® Tyres, America’s only Custom Built® Tyre.

THE PURPOSE OF THIS BOOKLET

This booklet serves two purposes. First it contains the mileage certificate, rotation record*, and limited warranty for your Vogue Custom Built Radial Tyres. In the event that you wish to return any of these tyres to your Vogue dealer because they may be covered by our Exclusive Limited Warranty, you must present this booklet to the dealer, properly filled out. THEREFORE, IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU KEEP THIS BOOKLET IN A SAFE PLACE, as you would any other important document. Secondly, this booklet is planned to help you care for the tyres you have just purchased by giving you a better understanding of tyre construction, and helping you to avoid the inadvertent abuses to which tyres are often subjected. We suggest you closely follow these guidelines WHICH ARE DESIGNED TO HELP ASSURE SATISFACTORY SERVICE AND PERFORMANCE FROM YOUR TYRES.

*Federal tire registration card to be completed and returned by you (see back panel).

Vogue Exclusive Limited Warranty “A”

You are eligible for the benefits set forth below if you are the original owner of any of the following Vogue tyres bearing our name and serial numbers (“Tyres”) that have been used exclusively on the passenger car on which they were originally installed:

Custom Built Radial White/Gold 235/55R17 99H235/50R18 101V245/40R20 99VP225/60R16 97S

These benefits are available only for Tyres that were purchased on or after January 1, 2012 and used by you in the 50 United States and Canada.

1. Limited Warranty. Vogue warrants exclusively to you that the Tyres will be free from defects in materials and workmanship. If any Tyre becomes unusable due to a breach of this limited warranty during the first 4/32” of the Tyre’s original tread life, as measured by the depth of tread remaining, Vogue will replace the Tyre with a comparable new Vogue tyre at no charge. Such replacement will also be made for any ride complaints or cosmetic defects caused by a breach of this limited warranty during the first 2/32” of the Tyre’s original tread life. If any Tyre becomes unusable after the first 4/32” of the Tyre’s original tread life due to a breach of this limited warranty, Vogue will give you a credit against the purchase price of a comparable new Vogue tyre based on the percentage of the depth of the Tyre’s tread then remaining. You will be responsible for any related charges including installation or other labor, taxes, etc. Warranty claims are valid for 60 months starting from the date of manufacture stamped on the Tyre. This paragraph sets forth Vogue’s entire and exclusive obligations for any breach of this limited warranty. Such obligations will be subject to the conditions described under Causes Not Covered, Requirements, Scope of Obligations, and Limits on Liability stated below.

2. Credit for Mileage Expectancy. Every new Tyre is built to deliver an expected tread life (until worn to depth indicators

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2/32”) of at least 80,000 miles for “S” speed rated passenger Tyres and 40,000 miles for “H” or “V” speed rated passenger Tyres. If a Tyre wears down to its original tread depth indicators (2/32”) evenly across the tread surface before delivering the expected miles, Vogue will give you a credit against the purchase price of a comparable new Vogue tyre based on the mileage not received (determined by the odometer reading).

3. Road Hazard Assistance. If any Tyre is damaged beyond repair due to a road hazard, Vogue will give you a credit against the purchase price of a comparable Vogue tyre, based either on the applicable minimal mileage amount set forth in paragraph 2 above not yet received or the percentage of the original tread depth remaining to the 2/32” indicators, whichever is more advantageous to you. A minimum charge of $25 (plus labor, taxes, etc.) will be made for all such Tyre replacements.

4. Road Service Assistance. If any Tyre loses air for any reason to the extent that it cannot be driven to a nearby service station for repair, Vogue will, in addition to any remedies provided above: a. Pay for your road service, from the nearest service point, to replace the Tyre with a spare tire; or ($50.00 maximum) b. Pay for the cost to repair the flat Tyre ($10 maximum).

Causes Not Covered. Vogue’s obligations under paragraphs 1-2 above do not cover or apply to unusability, defects or wear caused by the use of improper rim widths, improper inflation, misalignment, overloading, the mechanical condition of the vehicle, racing, chain damage, fire, theft, highway conditions, wreck, collision, willful abuse, repairable punctures, faulty installation other than by Vogue personnel or other such conditions beyond Vogue’s control. Also not covered is ozone or weather cracking on the Tyres more than 5 years after the production date. Vogue recommends using a soft brush with a non-abrasive cleaner such as Vogue Whitewall Cleaner

for cleansing. The use of harsh or abrasive cleaning agents, chemicals containing bleach, wire brushes, steel wool or other such implements may damage the Tyre sidewall and will negate Vogue’s obligations under paragraphs 1 and 2. Vogue reserves the right to not deem worn for purposes of the above provisions tread which, in our opinion, has been prematurely worn due to abusive use and/or service conditions.

Requirements: To have any Tyre replaced or receive a credit in accordance with the above provisions, you must present the affected Tyre and a signed, duly filled out Vogue claim form at a Vogue dealer or service store. You may identify such a dealer or store and obtain such form by contacting Vogue at its address or number set forth below. You will be required to pay for any services, labor and applicable sales or other taxes. Claims under paragraphs 1-4 above are only valid for and must be submitted within 60 months starting from the date of manufacture stamped on the Tyre.

SCOPE OF OBLIGATIONS. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. THE FOREGOING PROVISIONS CONSTITUTE THE EXCLUSIVE EXPRESS WARRANTIES AND CREDIT OBLIGATIONS OF VOGUE REGARDING THE TYRES SOLD TO YOU. TO THE EXTENT LEGALLY PERMISSIBLE, NO IMPLIED WARRANTIES REGARDING THE TYRES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE APPLICABLE; TO THE EXTENT ANY SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES APPLY, THEY SHALL BE LIMITED IN TIME TO THE DURATION OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN

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IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. NO EMPLOYEE OR AGENT OF VOGUE IS AUTHORIZED TO MAKE ANY REPRESENTATION, WARRANTY OR REPLACEMENT OR CREDIT AGREEMENT REGARDING THE TYRES ON BEHALF OF VOGUE EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT SPECIFICALLY STATED HEREIN. THE SALE OF TYRES TO YOU IS CONDITIONED ON YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THE TERMS HEREIN. NONE OF SUCH TERMS MAY BE MODIFIED AND ANY DIFFERENT OR ADDITIONAL TERMS PROPOSED BY YOU RELATING TO THE TYRES WILL NOT APPLY, UNLESS CONSENTED TO IN WRITING BY VOGUE.

LIMITS ON LIABILITY. VOGUE WILL HAVE NO WARRANTY, CONTRACT TORT OR OTHER LIABILITY OR OBLIGATIONS TO YOU WITH RESPECT TO ANY TYRE (A) IN EXCESS OF THE PRICE PAID BY YOU FOR THE TYRE OR (B) FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, PUNITIVE OR SPECIAL DAMAGES, HOWEVER CAUSED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGES FOR ANY LOSS OF USE OF VEHICLES OR OTHER PROPERTY, INCONVENIENCE, DELAYS, LOST PROFITS OR THIRD PARTY CLAIMS AGAINST YOU WHETHER OR NOT VOGUE HAS BEEN ADVISED OF SUCH DAMAGES OR REASONABLY COULD HAVE FORESEEN THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. 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.

Contact Information. For any further information or assistance, contact Vogue Tyre & Rubber Company at:P.O. Box 593, Mount Prospect, Illinois 60056Phone: (800)-323-1466 Fax: (847)-375-9367E-mail: [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

Vogue Exclusive Limited Warranty “B”

You are eligible for the benefits set forth below if you are the original owner of any of the following Vogue tyres bearing our name and serial numbers (“Tyres”) that have been used exclusively on the passenger car, crossover vehicle, SUV or light truck on which they were originally installed:

Custom Built Radial IX(other than the 4 sizes covered under Warranty “A”)

Custom Built Radial VIII(other than the 4 sizes covered under Warranty “A”)

Vogue Custom Built SUV/LTCustom Built Radial Wide Trac TouringCustom Built Radial VII

Vogue Custom Built L/R

Vogue Signature V

Vogue Premium All-Season

These benefits are available only for Tyres that were purchased on or after January 1, 2012 and used by you in the 50 United States and Canada.

1. Limited Warranty. Vogue warrants exclusively to you that the Tyres will be free from defects in materials and workmanship. If any Tyre becomes unusable due to a breach of this limited warranty during the first 2/32” of the Tyre’s original tread life, as measured by the depth of tread remaining, Vogue will replace the Tyre with a comparable new Vogue tyre at no charge. Such replacement will also be made for any ride complaints or cosmetic defects caused by a breach of this limited warranty during the first 2/32” of the

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Tyre’s original tread life. If any Tyre becomes unusable after the first 2/32” of the Tyre’s original tread life due to a breach of this limited warranty, Vogue will give you a credit against the purchase price of a comparable new Vogue tyre based on the percentage of the depth of the Tyre’s tread then remaining. You will be responsible for any related charges including installation or other labor, taxes, etc. Warranty claims are valid for 60 months starting from the date of manufacture stamped on the Tyre. This paragraph sets forth Vogue’s entire and exclusive obligations for any breach of this limited warranty. Such obligations will be subject to the conditions described in the following paragraphs.

2. Credit for Mileage Expectancy. Every new Tyre is built to deliver an expected tread life (until worn to depth indicators 2/32”) of at least 40,000 miles. If a Tyre wears down to its original tread depth indicators (2/32”) evenly across the tread surface before delivering the expected miles, Vogue will give you a credit against the purchase price of a comparable new Vogue tyre based on the mileage not received (determined by the odometer reading).

Causes Not Covered. Vogue’s obligations described under the limited warranty above do not cover or apply to unusability, defects or wear caused by the use of improper rim widths, improper inflation, misalignment, overloading, the mechanical condition of the vehicle, racing, chain damage, fire, theft, highway conditions, wreck, collision, willful abuse, repairable punctures, faulty installation other than by Vogue personnel or other such conditions beyond Vogue’s control. Also not covered is ozone or weather cracking on the Tyres more than 5 years after the production date. Vogue recommends using a soft brush with a non-abrasive cleaner such as Vogue Whitewall Cleaner for cleansing. The use of harsh or abrasive cleaning agents, chemicals containing bleach, wire brushes, steel wool or other such implements may damage the Tyre sidewall and will negate Vogue’s obligations under the limited warranty

above. Vogue reserves the right to not deem worn for purposes of the above provisions tread which, in our opinion, has been prematurely worn due to abusive use and/or service conditions.

Requirements: To have any Tyre replaced or receive a credit in accordance with the above provisions, you must present the affected Tyre and a signed, duly filled out Vogue claim form at a Vogue dealer or service store. You may identify such a dealer or store and obtain such form by contacting Vogue at its address or number set forth below. You will be required to pay for any services, labor and applicable sales or other taxes. Warranty claims are only valid for and must be so submitted within 60 months starting from the date of manufacture stamped on the Tyre.

SCOPE OF OBLIGATIONS. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. THE FOREGOING PROVISIONS CONSTITUTE THE EXCLUSIVE EXPRESS WARRANTIES AND CREDIT OBLIGATIONS OF VOGUE REGARDING THE TYRES SOLD TO YOU. TO THE EXTENT LEGALLY PERMISSIBLE, NO IMPLIED WARRANTIES REGARDING THE TYRES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE APPLICABLE; TO THE EXTENT ANY SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES APPLY, THEY SHALL BE LIMITED IN TIME TO THE DURATION OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. NO EMPLOYEE OR AGENT OF VOGUE IS AUTHORIZED TO MAKE ANY REPRESENTATION, WARRANTY OR REPLACEMENT OR CREDIT AGREEMENT REGARDING THE TYRES ON BEHALF

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OF VOGUE EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT SPECIFICALLY STATED HEREIN. THE SALE OF TYRES TO YOU IS CONDITIONED ON YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THE TERMS HEREIN. NONE OF SUCH TERMS MAY BE MODIFIED AND ANY DIFFERENT OR ADDITIONAL TERMS PROPOSED BY YOU RELATING TO THE TYRES WILL NOT APPLY, UNLESS CONSENTED TO IN WRITING BY VOGUE.

LIMITS ON LIABILITY. VOGUE WILL HAVE NO WARRANTY, CONTRACT TORT OR OTHER LIABILITY OR OBLIGATIONS TO YOU WITH RESPECT TO ANY TYRE (A) IN EXCESS OF THE PRICE PAID BY YOU FOR THE TYRE OR (B) FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, PUNITIVE OR SPECIAL DAMAGES, HOWEVER CAUSED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGES FOR ANY LOSS OF USE OF VEHICLES OR OTHER PROPERTY, INCONVENIENCE, DELAYS, LOST PROFITS OR THIRD PARTY CLAIMS AGAINST YOU, WHETHER OR NOT VOGUE HAS BEEN ADVISED OF SUCH DAMAGES OR REASONABLY COULD HAVE FORESEEN THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO PORTIONS OF THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

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CONTACT INFORMATION

For any further information or assistance, contact Vogue Tyre & Rubber Company at:P.O. Box 593, Mount Prospect, Illinois 60056Phone: (800)-323-1466Fax: (847)-375-9367E-mail: [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

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THE VOGUE TYRE & RUBBER COMPANY LIMITED WARRANTY

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Dealer’s Name Invoice No. Date No. of Tyres Size Make of Car License No. Mileage FOR YOUR RECORDS—DO NOT MAIL

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TYRE CARE

The easiest way to help ensure top mileage and performance from your Vogue® Custom Built® Radials is to give them a simple, periodic inspection for proper inflation, tread wear, and the presence of any damage.

INFLATION

PROPER INFLATION: Inflation pressure should be checked as often as possible. Because radial tyres bulge at the sidewalls naturally, a visual inspection is not sufficient. The tyres must be checked with an accurate tyre inflation gauge. ALWAYS CHECK THE INFLATION PRESSURE WHEN THE TYRES ARE COLD. Driving even a mile builds up heat in the tyre and increases the pressure reading. Never bleed air from a tyre that has been running.

The pressure reading will be inaccurate, and you will most probably end up with an under inflated tyre. BUT NEVER INFLATE ABOVE THE MAXIMUM LISTED ON THE SIDEWALL OF THE TYRE. Also, never exceed the luggage and passenger capacity limit for your automobile.

UNDERINFLATION: Although not always apparent because of natural radial sidewall bulge, underinflation can lead to serious tyre damage. Underinflation allows the tyre sidewalls to flex much more than normal, causing a great build-up of heat, the primary destroyer of tyres. Enough heat build-up combined with excess flexing, can cause deterioration of rubber compounds, separation and decreased resistance to road hazards. Even slight under inflation causes unsafe steering and increased uneven wear to the outside tread ribs as the tread bows inward under load. Gasoline mileage suffers also because of the increased rolling resistance of an underinflated tyre.NOTE: Refer to car owners manual for recommended tyre inflation to maintain.

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CAUSES OF ABNORMAL TREAD WEAR

IMPROPER INFLATION & MECHANICAL CONDITION OF VEHICLES

EXAMPLES OF MISALIGNMENT AND WORN PARTS

MECHANICAL CONDITION OF VEHICLE: When tyre wear or damage conditions result from a mechanical irregularity of the vehicle, such irregularity should be corrected. This is especially important with radial tyres where, because of their longer tread life, vehicle mechanical problems significantly reduce the tyre tread wear potential.

ALIGNMENT: Alignment is a mechanical adjustment to the suspension, steering, and other related parts. On front wheel drive vehicles both the front and rear of the vehicle may require periodic alignment. The alignment on your car should be checked at each tyre rotation. In addition, you should visually check your tyres between rotations for any unusual or uneven wear of the tread.

CARELESS DRIVING PRACTICES: Fast cornering, “Jack rabbit” starts, sudden stops, excessive braking, riding edge of pavement, and high speeds all tend to wear away tread rubber rapidly.

ROAD SURFACES: Road surfaces affect tyre wear. A rough surfaced road will cause a tyre to wear more rapidly than a road with a very smooth surface.

SQUEALING TYRES ARE A WARNING: When tyres squeal, they’re sliding or slipping. Some factors which induce the tyre squeal: underinflation, speed, road surface, topography, temperature, and driving too fast on curves and around corners. The latter practice also causes abnormal wear in the shoulder area of the tyre.

OVERINFLATION

Overinflation reduces the cushion effect that pneumatic tyres enjoy. This causes the tyre to ride hard, resulting in less resistance to impact, damage to the cords and reduced protection to front end components involving steering and wheel alignment. Overinflation also bulges the center of the tread outward, causing excessive wear to the middle of the tread.

INFLATION: It is normal that a tyre and wheel assembly lose a small amount of air pressure over a period of time. This loss is normally not great enough to be visually noticeable. However, a loss of as little as 10% of the recommended inflation pressure can cause uneven tread wear and a change in the handling characteristics of the vehicle. Inflation checks should be made periodically. Unusual or hard driving conditions would be a reason to check inflation pressure more frequently.

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TREADWEAR INSPECTION

Periodic inspection of tread wear patterns lets you head off tyre trouble before it gets too serious, and in addition can also tell you about the mechanical condition of your car. Even wear lets you know your tyres are balanced properly, and that your alignment and steering are correctly adjusted. Wear bars, which indicate the end of the safe and useful life of the tread pattern, are manufactured into the tyre to appear when 2/32” of tread is left. At this point it is time to replace the tyre. In several states, in fact, driving with wear bars showing level with the tread can make you subject to citation and fine. Watch for uneven wear patterns such as more tread gone on one side than the other, irregular ”cupping” and scuffing of the tread to one side. These indicate problems with tyre balance or shock absorbers, front end or steering mechanism misalignment, or driving habits that could prove dangerous to your tyres and yourself as well.

IMMEDIATELY HAVE YOUR TYRES, SHOCK ABSORBERS, AND FRONT END CHECKED IF YOU SUSPECT UNEVEN TREAD WEAR.

ROTATION OR REMOVAL (SEE FIG. 1)

Tyres should be rotated in an “X” pattern at least every 5,000 miles of actual mileage. Front wheel drive vehicles carry a much heavier load on the front tyres than on the rear tyres. They also do the bulk of the work – steering, braking, accelerating. Under normal conditions the front tyres on these vehicles will wear out at a faster rate than the rear tyres. The owner of a front wheel drive vehicle should be particularly alert to the importance of frequent rotations at low mileage intervals.

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WHEN TO REPLACE TYRES (SEE FIG. 2)

When removing radial tyres for any reason, several precautions should be taken. Tyre position should be marked so that proper rotation can be maintained. The tyres should be kept away from direct sunlight, electrical motors and appliances which generate ozone which is harmful to the tyres. Always check pressure with an inflation gauge after remounting and inflate to recommended pressure. Tyres should be replaced if any of the following conditions exist: when wear bars are showing (2/32” of tread left); if wear has been severely uneven; when punctures not permanently repairable have been discovered; when cracks, cuts or snags deep enough to expose body cords are discovered on the sidewalls; or if a visual inspection reveals any bumps, bulges, knots, or separations of plies. A periodic inspection and an immediate professional check if suspension signs are found are your best assurances of getting the utmost life, service and economy from your Vogue® Custom Built® Radial Tyres.

WEAR BARS (TREAD WEAR INDICATORS)

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VOGUE® MILEAGE CERTIFICATE

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SAFETY WARNING: Serious injury may result from tyre underinflation/overloading.DO MAINTAIN PROPER INFLATION PRESSURE IN YOUR TYRES. Proper inflation pressure is necessary for optimum tyre performance, safety and best fuel economy. To maintain proper inflation pressure, frequently check tyres (when they are cool) with an accurate tyre pressure gauge.* For example, it is difficult to tell just by looking at radial tyres whether they are underinflated.Always maintain inflation pressure at the level recommended by the manufacturer. Underinflation is the most common cause of failures in any kind of tyre and may result in unexpected loss of vehicle control and accident. Furthermore, when operating a vehicle equipped with radial tyres, it may be difficult to notice when a tyre has gone flat or near flat since the “feel” may not change significantly.*Evidence of air loss or repeat underinflation requires tyre removal and expert inspection.DON’T OVERLOAD YOUR VEHICLE. Check your vehicle owner’s manual to determine the load limits. Overloading your vehicle places extra stress on your tyres and other critical vehicle components. Overloading can cause tyre failure. Overloading a vehicle can also cause poor handling and increase fuel consumption.DON’T SPIN YOUR TYRES EXCESSIVELY. Avoid excessive tyre spinning when your vehicle is stuck in snow, ice, mud, or sand. Never exceed 35 mph indicated on the speedometer. SAFETY WARNING: The centrifugal forces generated by a free spinning tyre / wheel assembly may cause sudden tyre explosion resulting in vehicle damage and / or serious personal injury to you and a bystander. Use a gentle backward and forward rocking motion to free your vehicle for continued driving. Never stand near or behind a tyre spinning at high speed, as for example, while attempting to push a

vehicle that is stuck or when an on-the-car spin balance machine is in use.DO CHECK YOUR TYRES FOR WEAR. Always remove tyres from service when they reach (1/16”) remaining tread depth. All new tyres have treadwear indicators which appear as smooth bands in the tread grooves when they wear to the (1/16”) level. Many wet weather accidents result from skidding on bald or nearly bald tyres. Excessively worn tyres are more susceptible to penetrations.DO CHECK YOUR TYRES FOR DAMAGE. Frequent inspection of your tyres for signs of damage and their general condition is important for safety. If you have any questions, have your tyre dealer inspect them. Impacts, penetrations or air loss always require tyre removal and expert inspection.DON’T ATTEMPT TO MOUNT YOUR OWN TYRES. SAFETY WARNING: Serious injury may result from explosion of tyre/rim assembly due to improper mounting procedures. There are a number of serious injuries encountered each year as a result of tyre mounting accidents.DON’T MIX TYRES OF DIFFERENT SIZES AND TYPES ON THE SAME AXLE. If radial and non-radials must be fitted to same vehicle, fit radials on rear axle. If tyres of different profiles must be fitted, fit widest tyres on rear axle. Always consult vehicle manufacturer and check vehicle/tyre clearance.DO REGISTER YOUR TYRES. Ask the tyre dealer to assist you in filling out the Vogue pre-addressed, mail-in tyre registration certificate. Affix postage and send in so that we can contact you if it becomes necessary for recall or safety advisory.FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION SEE THE “CONSUMER TYRE GUIDE” PUBLISHED BY THE TIRE INDUSTRY SAFETY COUNCIL, BOX 1801, WASHINGTON, DC 20013.

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