Where is the rearview mirror heating button on the Wildlander?
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The rearview mirror heating switch on the Wildlander is located on the vehicle's air conditioning panel and shares the same switch with the rear windshield defroster. It features a pattern of three curved upward arrows combined with a rectangle. Simply press the button to activate it. 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 thereby 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 power-adjustable mirror control knob—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 the driver's side has a dedicated control 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 minutes, typically between 35-60 degrees Celsius. The heat is then distributed across the left and right rearview mirrors. As the temperature rises and evaporation occurs, water droplets on the mirror surface gradually shrink, and fog slowly dissipates, effectively defrosting the mirror. However, in heavy rain, its effectiveness may diminish and become less noticeable. Precautions for using the rearview mirror heating function: The principle of rearview mirror heating involves electric heating wires embedded in the mirror. These wires consume a significant amount of power. Therefore, when using this function, ensure the vehicle is running. Avoid activating the rearview mirror heating while the car is stationary to prevent draining the battery, which could leave insufficient power for starting the engine. Other methods for defogging rearview mirrors include: Opening windows for air convection: Crack open the side windows slightly to allow air exchange between the inside and outside of the vehicle. This reduces the temperature difference, causing the fog to gradually disappear. Adjusting the car's air conditioning to the appropriate setting can also help, as blowing warm air from the AC can effectively remove fog.
I also spent ages looking for it when I first got my Wildlander! Check around the air conditioning control panel, it's in that middle row of buttons. You know the fan-shaped rear defroster button, right? The one immediately to its right with a small square and wavy arrow symbol is the mirror heater. You'll need to turn on the AC first to activate it - the indicator light comes on when pressed. Super useful in rain, evaporates water droplets from mirrors in 2-3 minutes. If you can't see through wet mirrors while driving, remember to activate it beforehand - much safer than wiping them manually.
Last time I helped a colleague find this feature in the manual. The rearview mirror heating switch in the Wildlander isn't on the door panel—it's integrated with the rear window defogger in the climate control area. Look for the climate button cluster below the center console; the rectangular button with a curved line icon above the rightmost knob is the one. A reminder: the rearview mirror heating shares heating elements with the defogger and will automatically shut off after 30 minutes to protect the circuit. It's more convenient than scraping ice when frost forms in winter. The exterior mirrors heating up is a sign it's working properly.
