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Where is the rearview mirror heating switch on the Equinox?

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LeKylie
07/25/25 6:57am
The Chevrolet Equinox's rearview mirror heating button is located on the door armrest. To activate the rearview mirror heating function, simply turn the knob on the left front door. The rearview mirror heating feature 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 the driver to manually wipe the mirror frequently, 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 electric rearview mirror adjustment button—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. There’s 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, typically between 35-60 degrees Celsius. The heat is then distributed across 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 dissipates, effectively defrosting and de-fogging 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 electric heating wires embedded in the mirror, which consume a significant amount of power. When using this function, ensure the car is in an ignited state. Avoid activating the rearview mirror heating while the car is stationary to prevent draining the battery and making it unable to provide sufficient power for starting the vehicle. Other methods for defogging rearview mirrors include: Opening windows for air circulation: Crack open the side windows slightly to allow air convection between the inside and outside of the car, reducing the temperature difference and gradually eliminating fog. Adjust the car’s air conditioning to the appropriate setting to blow warm air for defogging.
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StHaley
08/10/25 6:23pm
I've been driving the Chevrolet Equinox for almost four years now, and the rearview mirror heating switch was also a puzzle for me when I first got the car. Later, I discovered that it actually shares the same button with the rear windshield defogging function, located right in the center area of the air conditioning control panel on the dashboard. The button icon is a rectangular frame with three upward-curving arrow lines, similar to the rear window heating symbol found in many car models. Every time the mirrors fog up after rain, I start the car and press this button directly. It takes about two or three minutes to see the moisture on the mirror surface gradually disappear. A reminder to everyone: this function only works after the engine is started, and it's particularly effective for defrosting in winter. Once, a friend riding in my car specifically asked about this issue, and I demonstrated it on the spot. The location is indeed not very conspicuous and requires some familiarity.
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