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What is the proper position to adjust the rearview mirror?

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LaAdrian
07/25/2025, 02:16:53 AM

Here are the adjustment standards for rearview mirrors: 1. Interior rearview mirror: Adjust the left and right positions so that the left edge of the mirror just cuts off your right ear in the reflection. This means that under normal driving conditions, you won't see yourself in the interior rearview mirror. For the up and down positions, place the distant horizon at the center of the mirror. 2. For the left side mirror: Adjust the up and down positions to place the distant horizon at the center, and adjust the left and right positions so that the car body occupies 1/4 of the mirror's area. 3. For the right side mirror: Since the driver's seat is on the left, it's harder for the driver to see the right side of the car. Additionally, due to the need for roadside parking, when adjusting the up and down positions of the right side mirror, the ground area should be larger, occupying about 2/3 of the mirror's area. The left and right positions should also be adjusted so that the car body occupies 1/4 of the area.

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