Colorado 4WD L5-3.7L (2007)
Spare Tire: Technical Service Bulletins
Tires - Temporary Compact Spare Tire Sidewall Cracking
INFORMATION
Bulletin No.: 08-03-10-009A
Date: August 18, 2008
Subject:
Temporary Compact Spare Tire Sidewall Cracking
Models:
2003-2004 Chevrolet Venture
2004-2008 Chevrolet Colorado
2004-2008 GMC Canyon
2003-2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette
2003-2004 Pontiac Montana
with Bridgestone/Firestone Supplied Tempa Compact Spare Tire (Stored Externally)
Supercede:
This bulletin is being revised to provide additional information for dealers in Canada. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 08-03-10-009 (Section
03 - Suspension).
Ozone Cracking of the Spare Tire Sidewall
On vehicles that have externally stored compact high pressure spare tires supplied by Bridgestone/Firestone, some customers may encounter sidewall
cracking. This cosmetic cracking is from ozone damage and limited to the surface of the sidewall. The affected tire is branded "Tempa".
Extensive testing was performed on tires where sidewall ozone cracking has been observed. This testing confirms that the cracking is cosmetic in nature
and does not affect the tires safety, performance or durability. Bridgestone/Firestone has confirmed that the tires meet all applicable DOT standards.
Tires that exhibit this condition (as shown above) may:
1.
Remain in Service, or
2.
Be considered for adjustment for up to 4 years from the date of tire manufacture.
Warranty Information
If the customer meets the above criteria, you may refer the customer to your local Bridgestone/Firestone retailer. Please give a copy of this bulletin to the
customer, and tell the local retailer to refer to Bridgestone/Firestone Technical Bulletin # P-08-02. If a local retailer is not known, you may contact the
Bridgestone/Firestone Technical Hotline at:
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1-800-847-4644 (Firestone in USA)
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1-800-356-3272 (Bridgestone in USA)
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1-800-267-1318 (Bridgestone/Firestone in Canada)
OR
Dealers may also refer to the New Vehicle Limited Warranty tire coverage and procedure.
