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Procon provides tips for consumers not to be deceived at gas stations

08/12/2016

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Price, quality, quantity and validity of products are some of the factors that must be observed

In case of suspicion, the consumer may require the test tube test, which measures the percentage of ethanol mixed 

Procon-SP Foundation, an agency of the Department of Justice and Defense of Citizenship of the State of São Paulo, guides consumers of care required in gas stations. Check out some recommendations:

Origin, price, validity and amount

gas stations should inform at the station entrance, using cards, banners or totems, the values that are practiced second rule of the National Petroleum Agency (ANP). It is important to the consumer check the prices of the pumps are the same as advertised and if there is time constraint, payment or pump. 

Ethanol

The pumps check the level of the hydrometer, the transparent tube which passes the fuel and you can see the amount of water. The maximum allowed by the National Petroleum Agency (ANP) is 5% or there is tampering. The ethanol should be clear, free of impurities. The orange color tampering means. 

Gasoline

In case of doubt as to the quality of petrol, consumers can ask the employee to carry out post at the time the "test tube test", which measures the percentage of ethanol mixed. Check the type of gas being used. Gasoline also has validity, are up to three months in the tank of the post, so many push the most expensive type with less output. 

Fluids, lubricants and additives

Attention to switch lubricants and fluids that have expiration dates to be respected, but also check if the price is on the shelf. Refer to the manual and see when performing the exchange. It is common positions comissionarem attendants to make the sale. 

The mechanical engineer and professor of mechanical engineering department of the Instituto Maua, Celso Argachoy, warning to drivers about the importance of respecting the validity of automotive products. In particular, lubricating oils, brake fluids and additives, because after winning start to absorb moisture and lose their characteristics. 

For questions consumers, visit the Procon, Ipem and ANP.

 

Source: State Government Portal of São Paulo

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