Where is the rearview mirror heating switch for the 14th-generation Sylphy?

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LaPatrick
07/30/25 8:35am
The 14th-generation Sylphy does not have a separate button for the rearview mirror heating function. It shares the same button as the rear window defogger, located in the air conditioning control area of the center console, to the right of the fan speed adjustment button. To activate the rearview mirror heating function, simply press this button. The rearview mirror heating feature is particularly useful in rainy or snowy weather. When activated, the heater behind the mirror quickly warms the surface, gradually removing rainwater or fog, eliminating the need for the driver to frequently wipe the mirrors manually, thus reducing driving hazards. Principle of the rearview mirror heating function: After turning 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 is then dissipated from the left and right rearview mirrors. Simultaneously, as the temperature rises and evaporation occurs, water droplets on the mirror surface become smaller, and fog gradually disappears, effectively defogging and deicing the mirror. However, 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. Therefore, when using the rearview mirror heating function, ensure the car is in an ignited state. Avoid activating this function when the car is stationary to prevent draining the car battery, which could leave insufficient power for starting the vehicle. Other methods for defogging rearview mirrors include: Opening windows for air convection: Crack open the side windows slightly to allow air flow between the inside and outside of the car. This reduces the temperature difference, causing the fog to gradually disappear. Adjust the car's air conditioning to the appropriate setting to use the warm air from the AC for defogging.
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