How to Adjust the Rearview Mirrors for Subject Two?
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Method for adjusting the rearview mirrors in Subject Two: In the mirror image, the sky, ground, and car body should be divided in a certain proportion. 1. Left rearview mirror: In the mirror image of the left rearview mirror, adjust vertically so that the ground and sky each occupy half, and adjust horizontally so that the car body occupies 1/4, ensuring the lowest point of the wheel and its contact with the ground are visible. 2. Right rearview mirror: In the mirror image, adjust vertically so that the sky occupies 1/4 and the ground occupies 3/4, and adjust horizontally the same as the left rearview mirror, occupying 1/4. Functions of the rearview mirrors: 1. Observing road conditions: While driving, the driver can observe the road conditions on both sides through the rearview mirrors to perform operations such as lane changes and overtaking. 2. Reference points: During operations like parallel parking or reversing into a parking space, reference points can be observed through the rearview mirrors.
Adjusting the rearview mirrors for Subject 2 follows a key sequence: adjust the seat first, then the mirrors. After fixing the seat in your usual driving practice position, sit upright and start adjusting the left mirror. I prefer having the sky and ground each occupy half of the mirror's view, with the car body appearing in the left third of the mirror. It's essential to see the left rear wheel and ground markings. Pay even more attention to the right mirror—only a quarter of the car body should be visible, leaving more space for ground visibility to ensure you can clearly see the curb during right-angle turns. The rearview mirror should be adjusted to fully display the rear window, allowing you to judge the car's rear position when reversing. After each adjustment, remember to lean forward and backward slightly to confirm the view remains unchanged—this will save you a lot of trouble during the test.
Improper adjustment of the rearview mirrors in Subject 2 directly affects the reference points, which I have deeply experienced. First, adjust the seat to a position where your knees are slightly bent. Then adjust the left mirror: the car body should occupy 1/3 of the mirror surface, with the horizon positioned slightly below the center. The entire rear wheel and ground markings must be visible. The right mirror should be tilted more, with the car body occupying only 1/4 of the mirror, leaving less space at the top, focusing on the ground position. The rearview mirror should fully cover the rear windshield. Don’t be lazy when adjusting; always fasten your seatbelt first to ensure a realistic driving posture. A commonly overlooked aspect is the position of the car lights—ensure the view in both mirrors isn’t obstructed by them. In rainy weather, dry the mirror surfaces before adjusting, as fog can severely impair visibility judgment.
Adjusting the rearview mirrors is essentially about solving blind spot issues. For the left mirror, position the rear door handle at the bottom of the mirror. For the right mirror, adjust the handle to the top. The car body should not occupy more than 30% of the mirror; focus on the distance relationship between the tires and the ground markings. The rearview mirror should cover the entire width of the rear window. Spend two minutes adjusting the mirrors before each practice session, and don't rush into starting the exercise. After adjustment, test the visibility: one-third of the car's front should be visible, ground markings should be clear, and the distance between the rear wheel and the corner of the parking space should be visible. The mirrors on the test car might be looser than those on the training car, so turn the knobs a couple more times to secure them firmly.
