Can objects be placed on the rearview mirror?
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Objects should not be placed on the rearview mirror, as braking or an accident could obstruct the driver's view or distract their attention. Precautions for using the rearview mirror include: 1. The vibration of the car body during driving may cause changes in the position and angle of the rearview mirror, so observe and adjust it promptly; 2. When parking, starting, overtaking, turning, or making a U-turn, observe the rearview mirror and give corresponding signals. The adjustment methods for the rearview mirror are: 1. Left rearview mirror: Place the horizontal line at the midline of the mirror, then adjust the edge of the car body to occupy a quarter of the mirror's image; 2. Right rearview mirror: Place the horizontal line at two-thirds of the mirror's height, then adjust the edge of the car body to occupy a quarter of the mirror's image.
As a driver with years of experience, placing items on the rearview mirror is actually quite unsafe because the mirror is meant for observing traffic conditions behind you. Hanging a small ornament or a phone holder might block part of your field of vision. Especially during high-speed driving or turning, the swaying of objects can distract you and slow down reaction times. In an accident, flying objects could also cause injuries. I’ve seen many friends hang decorations, only to remove them later because the items fell off due to bumps and damaged the mirror surface. The rearview mirror contains delicate adjustment mechanisms, and hanging heavy objects can loosen them. I recommend not placing anything there at all and instead using other spots in the car, like the storage compartment on the dashboard, to ensure clear visibility—which is crucial for driving safety. Don’t sacrifice protection for aesthetics.