B3000 SE Regular Cab 4WD V6-3.0L OHV (1998)
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If tire is any other size or make, no inspection is necessary; customer is not subject to Firestone Recall.
INSPECTION PROCEDURE:
1.
Locate the DOT code on the inboard sidewall of all tires.
NOTE:
Clean the area if necessary in order to accurately read the tire code.
2.
Check the DOT Code for the following:
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If DOT code on any of the tires is VDHL, the customer should be directed to a local Firestone Tire Center for tire replacement.
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If DOT code is anything other than VDHL on all tires, release vehicle to customer.
3.
Inspect spare tire for the following:
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If spare tire reads "TEMPORARY USE ONLY", then tire is NOT subject to tire recall, regardless of DOT Code.
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If spare tire not a temporary tire, perform Steps 1-5.
4.
Adjust Tire pressures of all tires using the chart as shown.
Attachment III
Firestone Tire Recall Q&A
Customer Inquires
Q1.
What is included in the recall?
A1.
There are two types of tires announced in the Firestone safety recall.
Firestone P235 75R15 ATX tires were installed as original equipment on the following vehicles:
--> 1991 - 1994 Mazda Navajos
--> 1994 - 1996 Mazda B-Series vehicles
Firestone P235 75 R15 Wilderness AT tires produced at the Firestone Decatur plant. These tires were potentially installed on the following vehicles:
--> 1997 - 2000 Mazda B-Series vehicles
In addition, P235 75R15 Firestone ATX & Wilderness AT (from Decatur) replacement tires are also included in this safety recall.
Q2.
Are there any 2001 model year vehicles involved?
A2.
2001 Mazda Models are NOT included in this recall.
Q3.
Some Wilderness AT tires are not involved in the Firestone recall, why not?
