Where is the rearview mirror heating for the Buick Velite 6?

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LeMarley
07/29/25 5:07am
The rearview mirror heating function of the Buick Velite 6 is connected in series with the rear window defrosting function. Press the rear window defrost switch on the air conditioning panel to activate both the rear window defrosting and rearview mirror heating functions, and the indicator light on the button will illuminate. The function will automatically turn off after approximately 15 minutes of operation, and the indicator light on the button will also turn off. Below is some information about the Buick Velite 6: 1. Brand Introduction: The Buick Velite 6 plug-in hybrid is a plug-in hybrid model launched by SAIC-GM Buick. It retains the crossover design of the Velite 6 pure electric MAV, balancing aesthetics, space, and practicality. With the support of Buick's new eMotion intelligent electric drive technology, it offers an extended comprehensive range and a smooth, quiet driving experience akin to a pure electric vehicle. 2. Exterior Design: The Buick Velite 6 plug-in hybrid is based on the Buick VELITE concept car. The winged grille connects the left and right headlight clusters, extending across the front fascia to enhance the visual effect. At the rear, the new car features a dynamic and stylish floating roof design, with blackened LED taillight clusters incorporating L-shaped light strips.
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VanLaila
08/12/25 8:46am
When I first got my Buick Velite 6, I couldn’t find the rearview mirror heating function either. Later, I discovered it’s controlled in the air conditioning panel—right in the center console. There’s a rectangular button with three wavy lines, which doubles as the rear windshield heater. On rainy days when the mirrors fog up, just press it and wait a few minutes. The water droplets evaporate quickly. The design is clever—no separate switch needed, and the heating elements behind the mirrors are durable. But I’d recommend not leaving it on continuously; the manual states it automatically shuts off after 10 minutes to prevent excessive battery drain. It works exceptionally well for defrosting in winter and quickly dries the mirrors after car washes.
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