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How to Adjust Left and Right Rearview Mirrors for Optimal View?

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BrandonLynn

07/29/25 4:20am

Here are the specific methods for adjusting the left and right rearview mirrors: 1. Adjusting the left rearview mirror: For the up and down positions, place the distant horizon in the center, and for the left and right positions, adjust so that the car body occupies 1/4 of the mirror's area. Key points for adjusting the left rearview mirror: Position the horizon at the midline of the mirror, then adjust the edge of the car body to occupy 1/4 of the mirror's image. 2. Adjusting the right rearview mirror: Since the driver's seat is on the left, it's more challenging for the driver to grasp the situation on the right side of the car. Additionally, due to the need for roadside parking sometimes, when adjusting the up and down positions of the right rearview mirror, a larger ground area should be left, occupying about 2/3 of the mirror. As for the left and right positions, adjust similarly so that the car body occupies 1/4 of the mirror's area. Key points for adjusting the right rearview mirror: Position the horizon at the 2/3 point of the mirror, then adjust the edge of the car body to occupy 1/4 of the mirror's image.

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LaMadelyn

08/12/25 8:04am

Adjusting the left and right rearview mirrors should prioritize safety. After years of driving, I've found that the best approach is to sit upright before adjusting. The left mirror should be positioned to show just a small part of the car body, like a bit of the door handle, with the majority of the view showing the road and vehicles behind. This makes lane changes safer by providing a clear view of traffic. The right mirror needs to be angled outward more because it's farther from the driver and blind spots are larger. Adjust it so that a car disappearing from the rearview mirror immediately appears in the right mirror, effectively covering the blind spot. I often have someone walk slowly from behind to the side of the car to check the visibility range. Avoid setting the mirrors too high where they show the sky or too much of the car body, as this blocks the road view. Small adjustments like these can prevent major accidents, making driving much safer. Since adopting this habit, I've experienced far fewer traffic incidents.

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