What is the proper position to adjust car side mirrors?
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Adjusting car side mirrors follows these standards: 1. Left side mirror: Key adjustment points - Position the horizon line at the center of the mirror, then adjust so the car body occupies 1/4 of the mirror's image. 2. Right side mirror: Since the driver sits on the left side, it's harder to monitor the right side of the vehicle. Considering roadside parking needs, when adjusting the vertical position of the right mirror, leave more ground visible - about 2/3 of the mirror surface. For horizontal adjustment, maintain the same 1/4 car body proportion. Right mirror adjustment key points: Position the horizon at 2/3 height of the mirror, then adjust the car body edge to occupy 1/4 of the mirror image.
I have my own method for adjusting the rearview mirrors. After sitting in the driver's seat, first adjust the seat position properly. Then adjust the left rearview mirror: position the horizon slightly below the center line of the mirror, with the car body occupying about a quarter of the mirror. This provides a clear view of the rear lane. The right rearview mirror is similar, but considering the slightly larger blind spot on the right side, leave a bit more space on the outer edge. The interior center rearview mirror should provide a complete view of the entire rear windshield. The key is to ensure there are no blind spots behind the entire car, especially when changing lanes—it's still necessary to glance at the blind spot by turning your body. I make it a habit to quickly check the angles of all three mirrors before each drive, as different drivers' heights might have altered their positions.