Does the Baojun 510 mid-trim come with a rearview mirror heating function?
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The Baojun 510 mid-trim comes with a rearview mirror heating function. In the Baojun 510, the rearview mirror heating and rear defogger share the same switch, located in the center console's air conditioning panel. Simply turn on the rear defogger to activate it. The button is marked with a rectangle and three wavy lines. The rearview mirror heating function is particularly useful in rainy or snowy weather. When activated, the heater behind the mirror quickly warms the mirror surface, gradually removing rain or fog, eliminating the need for the driver to manually wipe the mirrors and reducing driving hazards. How to use the rearview mirror heating function: There are generally two ways to activate the rearview mirror heating function. One is combined with the electric rearview mirror adjustment knob—simply rotate the knob to turn it on. The other is located on the air conditioning control panel—press the heating button to activate it. No manual angle adjustment is needed, as the driver's side has a dedicated adjustment button. How the rearview mirror heating function works: After rotating the button, the electric heater behind the rearview mirror glass rapidly heats up to a fixed temperature (usually between 35-60 degrees Celsius) within minutes. The heat is then distributed across the left and right rearview mirrors. As the temperature rises, water droplets on the mirror surface evaporate, and fog gradually dissipates, effectively clearing frost and condensation. However, in heavy rain, the effect may be less noticeable. Precautions for using the rearview mirror heating function: The rearview mirror heating function works by using electric heating wires embedded in the mirror, which consume a significant amount of power. Ensure the car is running when using this feature to avoid draining the battery, which could prevent the car from starting. Other methods for defogging rearview mirrors include: Opening windows slightly to create airflow between the inside and outside of the car, reducing temperature differences and allowing fog to dissipate gradually. Adjusting the car's air conditioning to the appropriate setting to blow warm air for defogging.
My family also owns a mid-trim Baojun 510. When we picked up the car, the salesperson specifically mentioned that it doesn't have heated mirrors - only the high-trim version comes with that feature. Heated mirrors are indeed quite useful as they automatically defog during rainy or foggy weather, saving you the trouble of manually wiping the mirrors. The Baojun 510 is positioned as an economical option, with the mid-trim focusing on basic safety features like parking sensors and ABS, but heated mirror lenses require upgrading to the high-trim or selecting them as an option. I recommend checking your vehicle manual or consulting local 4S store staff for accurate model details. If you really want to add this feature, there are many third-party heating film products available on the market for a few hundred yuan, but remember to have them installed professionally to avoid wiring issues that might affect your warranty. Driving slower in rainy conditions is always safer.
