How to align with the lower edge of the left rearview mirror?
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The lower dividing line separates the left rearview mirror into a safe zone and a danger zone. The left one-third of the visible area is the danger zone, while the right two-thirds is the safe zone. Below is an introduction to the functions of the rearview mirror: 1. Convenience for the driver: To prevent traffic accidents and ensure personal safety, rearview mirrors must be installed on vehicles, and all mirrors must be adjustable. The driver can directly obtain external information about the rear, side, and lower parts of the car while seated in the driver's seat. 2. The range reflected by the mirror: This depends on the distance between the driver's eyes and the rearview mirror, the size of the mirror, and the radius of curvature of the mirror.
I've been driving for several years and have figured out quite a few tricks when it comes to aligning the lower edge of the left rearview mirror. To park straight when backing into a space, you need to position the mirror edge just over the ground marking line. However, the height of rearview mirrors varies by car model—with my first car, I had to stop as soon as the line became visible, but now with an SUV, I wait until the line completely disappears under the mirror's edge. It's easier to see in good daylight, but at night you'll need headlights, or even roll down the window to peek out if necessary. I remember one rainy day when reversing, the mirror was covered in water droplets and nearly scraped the wall—since then, I always keep a cloth in the car. Practice lot markings are clear, but in real situations, old garage lines might be worn away; in such cases, using the wall base or neighboring car taillights as reference works better. The key is not to rely solely on memorization but to practice in various scenarios to develop a feel.
