How to Turn Off the Light Under the Rearview Mirror?

[LucyDella]

The small light on the exterior rearview mirror is a turn signal, which can be turned off using the light control switch. Some lights under the rearview mirror are clearance lights, which are automatically illuminated and cannot be manually turned off. If the windows are not closed when the car is locked, the small lights under both rearview mirrors will remain on and will automatically turn off within 30 seconds to one minute after unlocking the car. Below is additional information about clearance lights: 1. Clearance lights, where "clearance" means warning and "light" refers to outline, are warning lights used to alert other vehicles. Installed under the car's rearview mirror, they indicate both the height and width of the vehicle. 2. Installation should be as close as possible to the outer edge of the vehicle. When the distance from the point on the visible surface farthest from the vehicle's longitudinal symmetry plane in the reference axis direction to the vehicle's outer edge does not exceed 400mm, this requirement is met. Without changing the existing connection method, adding a red light distribution surface to the back of the front clearance light can enhance the functionality of the rear clearance light.

[Dakota]

About how to turn off the light under the rearview mirror, this is called a welcome light or footwell light. It usually turns on automatically when you open the car door to illuminate the ground, which is quite practical. To turn it off, the easiest way is to check the central console’s information screen after getting in the car. Navigate to the settings menu and look for the 'Lighting' or 'Interior Lighting' option—there might be a switch for the welcome light. Just tap it to turn it off. If you have an older car or one without a screen, you’ll need to check for a small button or switch on the door. Some cars also have adjustment buttons on the control stalk near the steering wheel. Personally, I prefer to turn this light off while driving, especially when the garage lighting is too bright at night—it saves a bit of power and reduces glare. Just a reminder: after turning it off, don’t forget to use your phone’s flashlight when getting out of the car. Safety first.

[LaLaura]

To turn off the lights under the rearview mirror, I recommend starting with the vehicle controls. Most modern cars allow you to find the vehicle settings on the display screen, then navigate to interior lighting or welcome light options to switch them off. For older models like my first car, you might need to press a physical button on the door directly. Different brands handle this differently: Toyota usually has an option in the settings menu, BMW might integrate it into the key settings, and Ford sometimes requires holding down a specific button on the control stalk. These lights are designed to enhance safety when entering and exiting the vehicle, but if you find them too bright for resting like I do, turning them off can also save some battery consumption. Remember to test the door functions after turning them off to ensure nothing is overlooked.

[SanFelicity]

I often turn off the light under the rearview mirror while driving, mainly because it's too bright and distracts my vision. The operation is actually not complicated: after starting the car, go to the central control settings to find the welcome light option and turn it off. For cars without a settings screen, check near the door for a small knob or button to operate it directly. The benefits are saving power and avoiding interference at night.

[DiFaith]

To turn off the lights under the rearview mirror, first check if they can be directly switched off in the car settings. If not, there might be a malfunction, such as a faulty button, loose wiring, or a blown fuse. In this case, inspect the fuse box and replace the fuse or take the car for repair. For safety, turn off the lights before getting out of the car and use your phone to light up the area to avoid tripping.

[VonJudah]

The light under the rearview mirror is called the welcome light. To turn it off, check the vehicle settings or button operation. Turning it off can avoid overly bright light at night and save power, but pay attention to safety. I suggest testing before turning it off to ensure it doesn't affect door operations while driving.