How to Adjust Electric Rearview Mirrors?

[LoganLynn]

Electric rearview mirror adjustment method is as follows: 1. The driver sits in the driver's seat and locates the electric adjustment button on the left door. Observe a white dot on the adjustment button and the letters next to it: L represents the left rearview mirror, R represents the right rearview mirror. To adjust the angle of the left rearview mirror, rotate the adjustment knob's white dot to the L position. 2. Lift the knob upwards, and the rearview mirror's viewing angle will change upwards. Similarly, press the knob downwards, and the rearview mirror's viewing angle will change downwards. To adjust left or right, use the same method of turning the knob. 3. To adjust the angle of the right rearview mirror, rotate the adjustment knob's white dot to the "R" position. 4. Lift the knob upwards, and the rearview mirror's viewing angle will change upwards. Similarly, press the knob downwards, and the rearview mirror's viewing angle will change downwards. To adjust left or right, use the same method of turning the knob.

[LeoDella]

Adjusting the power side mirrors is actually quite intuitive. When I first started driving, I also spent some time figuring it out. There's usually a small switch on the driver's side door panel or dashboard marked with L and R to select the left or right mirror, then use the central cross button or joystick to adjust the mirror angle up, down, left, or right. It's best to adjust them when the car is stationary—adjust the left mirror first, then the right, ensuring you can see the rear corner of the car and part of the road edge for safe reversing or lane changes. If the buttons don't respond, check if the fuse is blown or there's poor contact—sometimes driving over potholes on rainy days can cause issues. Regularly cleaning dust off the mirrors and buttons can also prevent sticking. Once you get used to it, your driving visibility will feel much more secure.

[SaraLynn]

I often help friends with this. Adjusting the electric mirrors is just a few steps: locate the control panel on the door armrest, press the left or right button to select the mirror, then use the directional pad to adjust the mirror position. Move it slowly until you get the proper rear view angle from the driver's seat—don’t rush to finish it with one click. If the adjustment feels stiff, try restarting the car key or check if the door wiring is loose, a common issue in older cars. Keep the mirrors clean regularly. If the buttons fail, you can manually push the mirror frame as a temporary fix, but get it repaired ASAP. Once done, driving with fewer blind spots is much more convenient.

[DeHarmony]

The electric side mirrors operate using small motors. When you press the button, the signal is sent to the control module, causing the mirror glass to move accordingly. Adjustment is straightforward: after selecting either the left or right mirror, use the directional buttons for fine-tuning. Occasionally, button malfunctions may occur due to a short circuit or a blown fuse, which can be identified by a simple inspection of the door fuse box. I prefer to adjust them while parking to ensure the rear edges of the car are clearly visible, minimizing blind spot risks.

[GabrielLee]

Properly adjusting the rearview mirrors is crucial for safe driving, as it helps eliminate blind spots and prevent accidents. Here's how: After parking, first select the left mirror and adjust it until a small portion of the car body is visible; then do the same for the right mirror. If the adjustment button is stuck or responds slowly, it might be due to dust accumulation or aging wiring—don't force it in this case, have a technician check it. Develop the habit of fine-tuning before each trip to ensure clear and unobstructed visibility all around the vehicle.

[VonRebecca]

When sharing the car with my husband, we frequently switch drivers and adjust the mirrors. Basic operation: Select the L or R button on the driver's door control, then use the directional keys to move the mirror position. Some high-end cars come with a memory function, allowing you to save settings for both drivers and restore them with a single button press, which is super convenient. It's recommended to adjust the mirrors slowly when parked, not while driving. If the mirrors malfunction, check the switch wiring or replace the button, and maintain them regularly to prevent water damage. Properly set mirrors make reversing and lane changes much safer.