Where is the rearview mirror heating button on the Buick Regal?

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AlexisFitz
07/29/25 8:52pm
The rearview mirror heating button on the Buick Regal is located in the center of the car's dashboard, marked with the REAR function key. The heating function will automatically turn off after being activated for a while. The rearview mirror heating is particularly useful on rainy or snowy days. When activated, the heater behind the mirror quickly warms the mirror surface, gradually removing rainwater or fog, eliminating the need for the driver to manually wipe the mirror frequently and thus 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—pressing the heating button activates it. There is no need to manually adjust the angle, as the driver's side has an adjustment button. 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, usually between 35-60 degrees Celsius. Heat will radiate from the left and right rearview mirrors. Meanwhile, as the temperature rises and evaporates, water droplets on the mirror surface become smaller, and fog gradually disappears, effectively heating the mirror and removing frost. If the rain is particularly heavy, its effectiveness may decrease, and the impact may not be as noticeable. Precautions for using the rearview mirror heating function: The principle of rearview mirror heating involves adding electric heating wires to the mirror, which consume a significant amount of power. When using this function, ensure the car is running. Avoid activating the rearview mirror heating while the car is stationary to prevent draining the battery, which could lead to insufficient power for starting the car. Other methods for defogging rearview mirrors include: Opening windows for air circulation: Crack open both side windows slightly to allow air exchange between the inside and outside of the car. This reduces the temperature difference, causing the fog to disappear gradually. Adjusting the car's air conditioning to the appropriate setting can also help defog by blowing warm air onto the mirrors.
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