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Air Gaps between Dual Tires

  https://youtube.com/shorts/oWUL0oHRxX4?si=F8e_QprTfYw61Y0b Relevant Material: “ It can be difficult to identify rocks stuck between dual/double tyres, particularly on the inner axle. A suitable haul road should be installed with a blinded surface to prevent large stones encountering the truck wheels. All trucks to be checked for lodged stones prior to leaving site if there is a risk of the wheels coming into contact with same. A safe system of work needs to be in place to remove stones that become lodged in the space between dual tyres. A system that uses downward force only is preferred as it eliminates the risk of the stone becoming a projectile during the removal operation. A crowbar used correctly is a viable tool for stone removal. The use of a proprietary devise on the quick-hitch of an excavator may be used to remove lodged stones. Note :   Never wrap a sling or chain behind a stone or rock to pull it out as it can become more of a hazard due to the possibility of it ...

2019 Mitsubishi Mirage ES: Transmission Leak Check & Troubleshooting

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  Transmission Fluid Used: Valvoline Max Life Multi-vehicle ATF Fully Synthetic (Automatic Transmission Fluid) - Compatible With Mirage as confirmed by Amazon and Valvoline support team via email... Color: Red **** Relevant Material: " Transmission leaks cause severe friction and heat, leading to catastrophic system failure. Minor leak repairs (like seals and pan gaskets) cost \(\$150 - \$400\). If ignored, full transmission rebuilds or replacements jump to \(\$3,000 - \$7,100\). In North America, specialized mechanic labor ranges between \(\$95 - \$185\) hourly. [ 1 , 2 , 3 , 4 , 5 ] Cost Breakdown Understanding the specific repair type helps gauge the expected financial hit: Minor Leak Fixes (Seals/Gaskets): \(\$150 - \$400\) Moderate Leaks (Cooler Lines, Torque Converter): \(\$400 - \$1,000\) Major Overhaul/Rebuild: \(\$3,000 - \$4,500\) Total Replacement (Remanufactured Unit): \(\$4,500 - \$7,100\) CVT Replacement: Up to \(80\%\) of Continuously Variable Transmissions (C...

2019 Mitsubishi Mirage ES: Windshield Wipers

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*** Relevant Material :   “ In Canada, environmental factors such as adverse weather contributed to 18–20% of all fatal vehicle accidents in a recent year, according to Transport Canada. The U.S. Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) reports that about 21% of all accidents in the United States are weather-related. The European Automotive Insurers Association found that poor visibility is a factor in approximately 20% of all car accidents. An Australian driver training organization noted that poor visibility can increase the risk of a crash by 30% or more . Studies have shown that collision risk can increase by 50 to 100% during precipitation.   The link between malfunctioning wipers and accidents   Poor visibility is a major factor in weather-related accidents, and malfunctioning wiper systems are a major cause of impaired visibility. This can happen in several ways:   Worn-out blades:  Blades that streak, smear, or miss sections of the windshield leave a d...