TL V6-3.2L (2004)
Skill Level:
Repair Technician
Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone
Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.
TIRE REPLACEMENT INFORMATION
To qualify for one of these repairs, the tires must have been properly maintained (correct inflation and balancing). Tires showing signs of abuse (racing
or physical damage) are not covered by this bulletin.
If tire replacement is needed, you must use Bridgestone Turanza EL42 tires from The Tire Rack.
To claim the installation of replacement tires, do this:
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List the tire expense in the first sublet field on the warranty claim. Use sublet code T3 (sublet tire purchase).
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You are also eligible for a $10 per tire reimbursement for handling. This $10 handling fee should cover any state-required recycling fees. List this
dollar amount in the second sublet field on the warranty claim. Use sublet code T4 (sublet tfre purchase handling reimbursement).
DIAGNOSIS
1.
Make sure the vehicle suspension is not modified and it has the original wheels and tires.
(Bridgestone Turanza EL42).
NOTE:
The optional high performance tires (Bridgestone Potenza), the 18-inch accessory tires, and the 2005 TL with Navigation (Michelin tires) are
excluded from this service bulletin.
2.
Inspect the rear tires. Are the rear tires worn evenly across the tread down to the tread wear indicators?
Yes - Proceed to the appropriate REPAIR PROCEDURE based on the VIN.
No - This service bulletin does not apply. Proceed with normal troubleshooting procedures (accident damage, alignment, tire pressures, etc.).
