Where is the rearview mirror heating switch on the new Mazda 3?
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The rearview mirror heating switch on the new Mazda 3 is located on the right side below the air conditioning adjustment area. There is a rectangular button with three curved arrows pointing upwards. Simply press it to activate, provided the vehicle is powered on. Rearview mirror heating is particularly useful during rainy or snowy weather. When activated, the heater behind the mirror quickly warms the surface, gradually removing rain or fog, eliminating the need for manual wiping and 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—just 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 needed, as the driver's side has a dedicated adjustment button. Principle of the rearview mirror heating function: After rotating the knob, the electric heater behind the rearview mirror glass rapidly heats up to a fixed temperature (usually between 35-60 degrees Celsius) within minutes. Heat is then emitted from both left and right rearview mirrors. As the temperature rises and evaporation occurs, water droplets on the mirror surface shrink, and fog gradually disappears, effectively clearing frost and condensation. However, in heavy rain, its effectiveness may diminish. Precautions for using the rearview mirror heating function: The heating function works via electric heating wires embedded in the mirror, which consume significant power. Ensure the vehicle is running when using this feature to avoid draining the battery, which could prevent the car from starting. Other methods for defogging rearview mirrors include: Opening windows slightly to allow air circulation, reducing the temperature difference between inside and outside, which helps dissipate fog. Adjusting the car's air conditioning to blow warm air, which can also help clear fog.