Description and Operation

Description

The ECM (electrochromic inside rearview mirror) darkens the mirror reflecting light. The front sensor detects the ambient brightness, while the rear sensor detects light from the rear. The light intensity from the rear sensor is used by the mirror to adjust the darkening. It ranges from 7 to 85%. When reverse gear is engaged, the function stops.

1. 1
   The forward-facing sensor determines whether the surrounding environment is dark enough for the mirror to perform its function.
2. 2
   The rear sensor detects glare reflected from the vehicle behind.
3. 3
   The ECM darkens to the level determined by the rear sensor. When glare is no longer detected, the mirror stops functioning. (1. LED indicator, 2. ON/OFF switch, 3. Rear sensor, 4. Front sensor)

   

   

Auto-Dimming Function

To protect your eyesight during night driving, your mirror automatically dims when glare from vehicles behind you is detected. The auto-dimming function can be controlled with the dimming ON/OFF button:

1. 1
   Press and hold the function control button for more than 3 but less than 6 seconds to turn off the auto-dimming function. The green status indicator LED goes off.
2. 2
   Press and hold the function control button again for more than 3 but less than 6 seconds to turn on the auto-dimming function, indicated by the green status LED turning on.

   The mirror defaults to the "ON" position each time the vehicle is started.