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New Petrol Pump Scam Exposed: Despite Showing 0 In Machine, THIS Is How You're Being Cheated Using THIS Dirty Trick – Don’t Fall For It!

Jump Trick Scam At Petrol Pumps: 'Sir, please check zero' is what the fuel pump operator usually says before starting to refuel your vehicle. Most of us have heard this during visits to petrol stations. However, just verifying the zero in the meter, doesn’t guarantee you’ll get the correct amount of fuel for money paid. They can cheat customers even after the machine shows zero. To understand how, you need to learn about the jump trick. Many petrol pumps have been accused of cheating customers using 'jump trick".

What Is Jump Trick

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What Is Jump Trick

What Is Jump Trick: The jump trick is a method used by some petrol pumps to cheat customers by dispensing less fuel than they are charged for.

How Does It Work

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How Does It Work

How Does It Work: At the start of refueling, the fuel meter quickly jumps from 0 to 10, 20, or even higher, instead of rising gradually as it should.

Machine Manipulation

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Machine Manipulation

Machine Manipulation: Some petrol pumps adjust their machines to inflate readings, making it appear that more fuel is being dispensed than it actually is.

Normal Meter Behavior

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Normal Meter Behavior

Normal Meter Behavior: Normally, the meter jump at the start should be under Rs 4-5. If it jumps to Rs 10, 20, or more, it’s likely a sign of tampering.

What Can You Do

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What Can You Do

What Can You Do: Keep a close watch on the meter from the moment refueling starts. If you notice an unusual jump, immediately question the operator.

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