How to Adjust Rearview Mirrors to the Correct Position?

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Samantha
07/25/25 4:39am
Here are the detailed instructions for adjusting rearview mirror positions: 1. Adjust the rearview mirror button: You can use the electric buttons inside the car, which are usually located on the left side of the steering wheel, to adjust the left and right rearview mirrors. 2. Adjust the center rearview mirror: Adjust the left and right positions so that the left edge of the mirror just cuts to the right ear of the image in the mirror. For the up and down positions, place the distant horizon in the center of the mirror. The key points for adjusting the center rearview mirror are to place it horizontally in the middle and position the ear on the left. Place the distant horizon on the center line of the center rearview mirror, then move it left or right so that the image of the right ear is just at the left edge of the mirror. 3. Adjust the left rearview mirror: For the up and down positions, place the distant horizon in the center. For the left and right positions, adjust so that the car body occupies 1/4 of the mirror's area. The key points for adjusting the left rearview mirror are to place the horizon on the center line of the mirror and adjust the edge of the car body to occupy 1/4 of the mirror's image. 4. Adjust the right rearview mirror: Since the driver's seat is on the left, it is not easy for the driver to grasp the situation on the right side of the car. In addition, sometimes parking on the roadside requires more ground area to be visible in the right rearview mirror, which should occupy about 2/3 of the mirror's area for the up and down positions. As for the left and right positions, adjust so that the car body occupies 1/4 of the mirror's area. The key points for adjusting the right rearview mirror are to place the horizon at the 2/3 position of the mirror and adjust the edge of the car body to occupy 1/4 of the mirror's image.
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DelCali
08/10/25 5:28pm
Having driven for many years, I understand that adjusting the rearview mirrors to the correct position is crucial for safety. First, sit upright in the driver's seat to ensure a comfortable field of vision. The interior rearview mirror should clearly cover the rear window, allowing you to see the entire road behind, but avoid setting it too wide to prevent distraction. Then adjust the side mirrors: the standard method is to position them so that the outer edge of the mirror just barely avoids showing your own car body—this significantly reduces blind spots. With minimized blind zones, you won’t miss vehicles when changing lanes. I recommend checking the mirrors every time you get in the car, and making slight adjustments while driving at high speeds is even better. If your car has a blind spot monitoring system, it can enhance visibility, but don’t rely on it entirely. After rain or dust, remember to wipe the mirrors for clarity. In short, maintaining this habit regularly can prevent minor accidents—after all, road safety comes first, so don’t wait for an accident to regret it.
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