Where is the rearview mirror heating switch located on the Tiggo 8plus?
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The rearview mirror heating function on the Tiggo 8plus is located on the control panel, represented by a square frame with three upward-curving arrows inside. Pressing this button activates the rearview mirror heating. This feature is particularly useful in rainy or snowy weather. When activated, the heater behind the mirror quickly warms the mirror surface, gradually removing rain or fog, eliminating the need for the driver to manually wipe the mirrors, 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 mirror adjustment control—simply rotate the knob to turn it on. The other is located on the air conditioning control panel—pressing the heating button activates it. No manual angle adjustment is needed, as the driver's side has a dedicated 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, typically between 35-60 degrees Celsius, within a few minutes. Heat is then emitted from both left and right mirrors. As the temperature rises, water droplets on the mirror surface gradually shrink, and fog slowly dissipates, effectively defogging and deicing the mirrors. However, in heavy rain, the effect may diminish and become less noticeable. Precautions for using the rearview mirror heating function: The heating function works by using electric heating wires embedded in the mirrors, which consume significant power. Ensure the vehicle is running when using this feature. Avoid activating it while the car is stationary to prevent draining the battery, which could hinder the car's ability to start. Other methods for defogging rearview mirrors include: Opening windows slightly: Creating a gap in the side windows allows air convection between the inside and outside of the car, reducing the temperature difference and gradually eliminating fog. Adjusting the car's air conditioning to the appropriate setting: Using warm air from the AC can also help defog the mirrors.
When test driving the Tiggo 8 PLUS, I specifically studied this feature—it doesn’t have a standalone switch for the rearview mirror heating. Actually, the rearview mirror heating is combined with the rear window defogger. You can find the square button with a wavy arrow on the central control panel’s AC unit, featuring a rectangle with three upward-curving lines below it. When the AC is on, press this button to illuminate it, and the back of the rearview mirrors will start heating up. A reminder: this function automatically shuts off after 15 minutes. In winter, after defrosting, it’s advisable to turn it off to save power. Avoid using it in rainy conditions, as raindrops hitting the heated mirror surface can cause more fogging.
