What is the best position to adjust car mirrors to?
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The left side mirror of the car should be adjusted to a position where the front and rear door handles as well as the wheel arches of the rear wheels are visible; the right side mirror should be adjusted to the same position; the interior rearview mirror should be kept in the center of the rear window. This ensures driving safety. More information about car mirrors is as follows: 1. Car mirrors are located on both sides of the front of the car and inside the car. They reflect the situation behind, beside, and below the car, allowing the driver to indirectly see these areas clearly. They serve as "second eyes," expanding the driver's field of vision. 2. Car mirrors are important safety components. Their mirrors, shapes, and controls are carefully designed, and their quality and installation are subject to corresponding industry standards. They cannot be adjusted or installed randomly.
I have my own experience in adjusting rearview mirrors: First, sit in the driver's seat in your normal driving posture. Use your left hand to adjust the left side mirror until you can just see a tiny bit of your car's side, while ensuring the horizon is at the vertical center of the mirror. Follow the same steps for the right side mirror, but remember to keep the road occupying about two-thirds of the mirror's surface. As for the interior rearview mirror, adjust it so you can see the entire rear window, making sure headrests don't block your view. The most important step is testing while driving: check if approaching cars appear smoothly in the mirror when changing lanes—no sudden blind spots means it's properly adjusted. If a car behind you uses high beams at night, manually flip the anti-glare switch instead of relying on auto-dimming. The mirror heating function is particularly useful in rainy weather, so remember to turn it on.
