How to Turn On the Heated Rearview Mirror in CT5 Luxury?
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The heated rearview mirror function is activated simultaneously with the rear windshield defogging function. Press the rear windshield defogging button on the air conditioning panel to start it. The heater behind the mirror quickly warms the mirror surface, gradually removing rain or fog from the mirror, eliminating the need for the driver to frequently wipe the mirror manually. When the owner turns on the defogging function, the electric heating function of the rearview mirror is also activated. The electric heating element rapidly heats up to a fixed temperature within a few minutes, typically between 35-60 degrees Celsius, thereby heating the mirror and achieving defogging and defrosting effects.
When I first drove the Cadillac CT5 Luxury Edition, I was also confused about where to turn on the rearview mirror heating function. After some exploration, I found a cluster of small buttons on the left side of the steering wheel in the center console area, one of which is the heating button with a wavy or fan icon. Pressing it to light up activates the heating, and the effect of clearing rain and fog is noticeable. That time when I went out in the rain, the blurry rearview mirror almost caused an accident. Since then, I’ve developed the habit of turning it on during rainy or cold weather, making driving much safer. Remember not to keep it on all the time to avoid draining the battery too quickly. It usually shares the same button as the rear window defogging function. For daily maintenance, it’s advisable to check if the button is stuck or if the fuse is blown—simple and easy to handle. After driving for over three years, this feature has saved me a lot of hassle.
