How to Adjust the Side Mirrors?
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The method to adjust the side mirrors is: adjust the horizon reflection in the mirror to two-thirds of the mirror's height, adjust the reflection of the right side of the vehicle to occupy one-fourth of the left side of the mirror, and allow the reflection of the ground to occupy more of the right side mirror area. This helps the driver to more easily monitor the road conditions on the right side of the vehicle. The side mirrors are tools that allow the driver, seated in the driver's seat, to directly obtain external information about the rear, side, and lower areas of the car. For the convenience of the driver, to prevent traffic safety incidents, and to ensure personal safety, all countries mandate that vehicles must be equipped with side mirrors, and all mirrors must be adjustable in direction.
I'm quite experienced in adjusting rearview mirrors. After getting in the car and closing the door, don't rush to start the engine. First, locate the round button or lever on the door panel and switch it to the L/R position to adjust the left and right mirrors. For the driver's side mirror, tilt your head toward the window until it's almost touching the glass, then adjust the mirror so that just a tiny bit of your car's side is visible. This minimizes blind spots! The right mirror is easier—adjust it in your normal sitting position so that the sky and ground each take up half of the mirror, with a quarter of the car's right side visible. Never adjust it to only show the road, or you'll definitely have trouble when changing lanes. Remember to lock the adjustment button after setting it, or the mirror might shift on bumpy roads.
The key to safe driving is visibility. Every time I teach someone to adjust the rearview mirrors, I emphasize three points: First, maintain a normal driving posture with your back firmly against the seat before adjusting. Second, in the left mirror, the road should occupy one-third of the mirror's surface, with the car's body line just appearing at the inner edge. Third, in the right mirror, align the horizon to the center to see the entire adjacent lane. Here's the crucial point! Always glance over your shoulder to check the blind spot before changing lanes—mirrors always have blind spots. On rainy days, remember to frequently wipe the mirrors, and turn on the rearview mirror heating function to prevent fogging. Finally, never reach out to adjust the mirrors while driving—distracted driving is extremely dangerous.
