How to Adjust Car Rearview Mirrors for Optimal Use?
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Introduction to car rearview mirror adjustment: 1. Left rearview mirror: When adjusting the left rearview mirror, the vertical adjustment standard is to place the distant horizon at the center. For horizontal adjustment, the mirror should show the car body occupying 1/4 of the mirror's area, which provides better visibility and enhances driving safety. When adjusting the left rearview mirror, positioning the horizon at the center line of the mirror makes the adjustment process simpler. 2. Right rearview mirror: Adjusting the right rearview mirror is relatively more complicated because in left-hand traffic countries like China, it's harder to gauge right-side traffic. For vertical adjustment of the right rearview mirror, the ground should occupy a larger area, about 2/3 of the mirror's surface. Horizontally, the car body should still occupy 1/4 of the mirror's area. When adjusting the right rearview mirror, it's advisable to position the horizon at the 2/3 point of the mirror before making adjustments. This method simplifies the process and provides better visibility. 3. Interior rearview mirror: When adjusting the interior rearview mirror, position it horizontally so that the driver's right ear is just visible. This adjustment allows for better observation of rear traffic while driving. Vertically, the distant horizon should be placed at the center of the mirror. Remember the adjustment standard for the interior mirror: horizon in the middle, ear on the left side.