Where is the Mazda CX-5 rearview mirror heating switch located?

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LaSadie
07/30/25 3:48am
The Mazda CX-5 rearview mirror heating switch is located on the air conditioning control panel. The rearview mirror heating and rear windshield heating buttons are combined, and the icon is a rectangle with upward airflow. The rearview mirror heating function is particularly useful during rainy or snowy weather. When activated, the heater behind the mirror quickly warms the mirror surface, gradually removing rainwater or fog, eliminating the need for frequent manual wiping by the driver and reducing driving hazards. How to use the rearview mirror heating function: There are generally two ways to activate the rearview mirror heating function. One is combined with the electric rearview mirror adjustment button—simply rotate the knob to turn it on. The other is located on the air conditioning control panel—press the heating button to activate it. No manual angle adjustment is required, as there is an adjustment button on the driver's side. Principle of the rearview mirror heating function: After pressing the button, the electric heater behind the rearview mirror glass rapidly heats up to a fixed temperature within a few minutes, typically between 35-60 degrees Celsius. The heat will dissipate from both left and right rearview mirrors. Simultaneously, as the temperature rises and evaporates, water droplets on the mirror surface will become smaller, and fog will gradually disappear, thereby heating the mirror and removing frost. If the rain is particularly heavy, the effect may diminish and become less noticeable. Precautions for using the rearview mirror heating function: The principle of rearview mirror heating involves adding electric heating wires to the mirror. These wires consume a significant amount of power. When using the rearview mirror heating function, ensure the car is in an active state. Avoid activating the function while the car is stationary to prevent draining the car battery, which could lead to insufficient power for starting the vehicle. Other methods for defogging rearview mirrors include: Opening windows for airflow: Crack open both side windows slightly to allow air convection between the inside and outside of the car. As the temperature difference decreases, the fog will gradually disappear. Adjust the car's air conditioning to the appropriate setting to use the hot air blown by the AC for defogging.
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