How to Heat the Rearview Mirror on a CT5?
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The rearview mirror heating function in Cadillac shares the same button with the rear windshield defogger, making operation very simple. When raindrops form on the rearview mirror after rain, simply activate the rear defogger function. A foggy or water-beaded rearview mirror can obstruct the driver's view of approaching vehicles from behind, which is highly unsafe. Activating the rearview mirror heating function is therefore essential.
When it comes to how to use the CT5's rearview mirror heating, I think this is a very practical question. I often encounter rainy or snowy weather while driving, where the rearview mirror fogs up and makes it hard to see the road—how dangerous is that! Activating this feature is simple: after getting in the car, insert the key or press the start button to get the engine running; then look for a button on the center console with an icon resembling a rearview mirror with wavy lines, usually located near the air conditioning controls or the instrument panel area on the left side of the steering wheel; press it once, and when the indicator light turns on, the heating starts. Within a few seconds, the fog on the mirror will clear, allowing you to see the traffic behind you. I recommend turning it on during autumn, winter, or in humid weather—don’t wait until an accident happens to use it. If your car has too many buttons and you can’t find it, the manual clearly marks its location, or you can simply look for the heating option on the screen. In short, although this feature seems minor, it’s very important—keeping your driving visibility clear is always the top priority for safety.
I've always been fascinated by the little features in cars, and the CT5's heated mirrors are quite a clever design. The principle involves electric heating wires behind the mirror rapidly increasing temperature to melt frost or evaporate fog, similar to the windshield defogger. I often drive long distances and frequently encounter heavy rain, so I immediately press the heating button—usually located in the lower right area of the center console, marked with a semicircle and curved lines. It takes about ten seconds to take effect, improving visibility and preventing accidents in blind spots. Why is this so necessary? Because in winter, when ice and snow cover the mirrors, you can't see anything beside you without heating, making rear-end collisions more likely. Additionally, the CT5's rain-sensing feature can automatically trigger the heating, but manual operation is usually sufficient. Don't overlook this detail—safe driving starts with these small actions.
