Technical Service Bullentins
Technical Service Bulletins are
a feature of Yokohama's
commitment to customer service.
These bulletins are issued on
a periodic basis in order to keep
our customers current on new
information, proper treatment,
care and development of
Yokohama products.
Bentley Tire Replacement 11/19/07
Bentley Continental GT & Flying Spur "B1" Tire Replacing "B".
Bead Seating Pressure 11/15/07
Bead seating pressures, passenger and light truck tires.
Nitrogen Inflation 11/15/07
Nitrogen tire inflation services for passenger and light truck tires.
New Part Number "50706" For the 425/65R22.5 MY507A 5/23/07
In an effort to help assure correct application and service for MY507A tires, Yokohama has adopted
two part numbers and tire branding to clearly define and distinguish tires for drive and trailer
positions from those for steer positions or all positions.
Yokohama ADVAN Sport Tire Replacement for Bentley Continental GT & Flying Spur 2/22/07
Please be aware that when the time comes to replace Bentley tires it is important to install tires that have the same capabilities as the Yokohama ADVAN original equipment tires.
Vehicle Manufacturer and Tire Industry Contacts 9/28/06
Following are some useful customer service telephone numbers.
Corporate Environmental Affairs Policy 09-12-06
Yokohama Tire Corporation believes in preserving the environment and earth’s resources. It aims to accomplish efficient and effective use of materials and resources through the concept of Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle.
Geolandar M/T+ Tire Mixing Recommendations 08-25-04
In an effort to help you achieve maximum benefit from your tires, we are providing the following recommendations for tire mixing as it relates to the Geolandar M/T+.
AVS Sport Run Flat Sizes Tire Service Guidelines 08-19-03
AVS Sport tires in some sizes include special technology to allow the tire to operate at reduced speeds
and distances with zero inflation pressure.
Tire Registration 02-11-03
The purpose of tire registration is to enable the tire manufacturer to contact you directly in the event of a recall. While a recall is unlikely, it's important to make sure your tires are properly registered.
Tire Balance, Vehicle Ride & Vibration 01-28-03
Proper tire mounting, balancing and installation are critical to attaining a smooth
vehicle ride. Vehicle vibration and a suspected problem tire may actually be due
to an improperly balanced tire and wheel assembly or related mechanical
condition of the vehicle.
Match Mounting 01-28-03
To facilitate proper balancing, Yokohama places red and yellow marks on the
sidewalls of its tires to enable the best possible match-mounting of the tire/wheel
assembly.
Tire Bead Lubricants 01-28-03
Preferred materials are animal soaps and vegetable oil soaps. These materials
will have no adverse affect on tires or rims.
Tire Storage Recommendations 11-21-02
The storage of tires requires particular care. If tires are not stored properly,
not only will there be deterioration in their appearance, there may be a loss in
performance and compound integrity.
P Metric to LT Conversions 07-03-02
Original equipment P Metric tires are sometimes replaced with LT or Flotation sizes.
If such a replacement is requested, it is important to ensure both the inflation pressure
and load are sufficient for the vehicle and service involved.
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