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Auto Inspection: OBD 2 Scanner

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  2021 Mazda CX-5 OBD-2 Scanner *** Relevant background: “ A primary benefit of this is that OBD systems give the vehicle owner or repair technician access to the status of the various vehicle sub-systems. The amount of diagnostic information available  … A range of rugged hand-held scan tools is available. Simple fault code readers/reset tools are mostly aimed at the consumer level. Professional hand-held scan tools may possess more advanced functions Access more advanced diagnostics Set manufacturer- or vehicle-specific ECU parameters Access and control other control units, such as air bag or ABS Real-time monitoring or graphing of engine parameters to facilitate diagnosis or tuning… OBD II information is commonly used by vehicle telematics devices that perform fleet tracking, monitor fuel efficiency, prevent unsafe driving, as well as for remote diagnostics and by Pay-As-You-Drive insurance.…” ( https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/On-board_diagnostics ) *** Relevant Background:...

Auto Inspection: 2019 Mitsubishi Mirage ES

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  Exterior Inspection Mitsubishi Mirage ES Inspection  Bought a certified Mitsubishi at a dealership in Toronto with One Year warranty *Changed winter tires and got some repair work done for a transmission leak Odometer at the time of purchase (Nov, 2024): 214,858 km Odometer now (May 10, 2026): 254,000+ km with brand new oil and transmission filters, other parts and engine oil and transmission oil change done. Purchase Price: $8309.70 (Tax Inclusive) Repair and Winter tires after purchase: $1500+ Current Retail/Market value (for car or parts) based on VIN number, Odometer and assessment from Recycling company/dealership: $1400 - $3000 (Could be a lot more considering drivers are willing to pay $500 a month to rent the car) **** Return on Investment (Gross Income and savings):  1. Business (Uber, Lyft, Uber courier, Rover courier, Popa ride - road trips etc, Commute to Taxi pickup location to drive in Niagara Falls, E-bay Cargo -- Uber app was ON most of the time for comm...