How to read the two rows of numbers on the odometer?
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Two rows of numbers are displayed on the odometer, one showing the total mileage of the vehicle and the other showing the trip mileage. The trip mileage can be reset during use, allowing the owner to calculate fuel consumption and the distance between two locations. Below is additional information about the car odometer: 1. In daily life, odometer tampering is commonly seen in used cars, where the mileage is often halved to increase the resale value. Some dealerships may even reset the odometer of demo or display vehicles to "zero" and sell them as new. When purchasing a car, consumers should verify the vehicle's history through other means to avoid buying a problematic car, especially when purchasing used vehicles. The odometer should not be the sole method for assessing a car's condition. 2. Some new car owners may also tamper with the odometer, primarily to extend free maintenance services by repeatedly altering the mileage within the warranty period. However, such practices are not recommended, as unauthorized odometer adjustments are prohibited.