How to adjust the mirrors on Lavida?
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Here are the specific steps to adjust the mirrors on Lavida: 1. Locate the mirror adjustment switch. For most vehicles, the mirror adjustment switch is located on the left door panel of the driver's compartment. 2. In some vehicles, the mirror adjustment switch is positioned directly in front of the left leg, and the mirror position can be adjusted using the up, down, left, and right buttons. 3. The methods for adjusting the left and right mirrors are different. First, adjust the left mirror, ensuring that the car body occupies about one-quarter of the mirror, and the area above the horizon occupies half. 4. Next, adjust the right mirror. The car body should occupy about one-quarter of the mirror, and the area above the horizon should occupy one-quarter, which differs from the adjustment of the left mirror. 5. Finally, adjust the mirrors by observing the blind spots.
I always check the mirror position of my Lavida before driving, a habit I've had since I was a beginner. The adjustment steps are actually quite simple: First, sit in the driver's seat and make sure the seat is adjusted to your usual driving position. Use your left hand to find the round adjustment knob on the door panel. Turn it to the right to the 'R' mark to adjust the right mirror. Then, press the knob in the four directions (up, down, left, right) to adjust slowly until you can see the complete traffic flow in the adjacent lane in the mirror, with the car body occupying only a quarter of the mirror. The left mirror is adjusted in the same way by turning the knob to the 'L' position. After adjustment, remember to turn the knob back to the middle '0' position to prevent accidental touches. I recommend adjusting slowly in a parking lot, using nearby cars and markings to ensure minimal blind spots. If it's raining, remember to use the rearview mirror heating function, otherwise water droplets can affect visibility.
After driving the Lavida for over three years, the most profound lesson I've learned is that improperly adjusted mirrors can indeed lead to accidents. I still remember that night when I almost collided while changing lanes because the right rearview mirror was angled too high, making me miss the car beside me. Now, here's how I adjust them: first, start the engine, get comfortable in the seat, then adjust. The right mirror should be set lower to clearly see the rear wheel position, which is especially useful for reversing; the left mirror can be higher, mainly for spotting approaching vehicles from behind. The adjustment knob is right in front of the door armrest—just a flick of the finger. When adjusting, remember to fine-tune in two steps: first vertically, then horizontally. The key is to test blind spots by moving your head after adjustment—if you can't see the adjacent lane with a slight head tilt, the angle isn't right yet. I make it a habit to readjust them every month.
Last week, I helped a friend adjust the mirrors on her Lavida and realized many people don’t actually know how to use this feature correctly. The knob on the door panel has three positions: L controls the left mirror, R controls the right mirror. After selecting the corresponding position, pressing the four edges of the button moves the mirror surface. The key adjustment principle is: the left mirror should show the road extension line beside and behind the car body, while the right mirror should position the rear wheel near the lower edge of the mirror. A common mistake beginners make is adjusting the mirrors too far inward, which increases blind spots. It’s advisable to find an open area and have a friend stand at various angles to assist with adjustments. After adjusting, test the visibility coverage when signaling for lane changes—ensure you can scan all blind spots by turning your head 45 degrees left or right, ensuring a safer drive.
