Kia Optima: Description
The ECM (Electro Chromatic inside rear view Mirror) is for dimming the reflecting light from a vehicle behind at night, Preventing glare from the light. The forward facing sensor detects brightness of the surroundings, while the rearward looking sensor detects the strength of the reflecting light and adjusts the reflexibility of the mirror in the range of 7~85%. But, when the reverse gear is engaged, it stops functioning.
| 1. | The forward facing sensor sees if the brightness of the surroundings is low enough for the mirror to operate its function. |
| 2. | The rearward looking sensor detects glaring of the reflecting light from a vehicle behind. |
| 3. | The ECM is darkened to the level
as determined by the rearward looking sensor. When the glaring is no longer
detected, the mirror stops functioning. 1. LED indicator 2. ON/OFF Switch3. Rearward looking sensor 4. Forward looking sensor
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Automatic-dimming Function
To protect your vision during nighttime driving, your mirror will automatically
dim upon detecting glare from the vehicles traveling behind you. The auto-dimming
function can be controlled by the ...
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Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Adjust the rearview mirror to center on the view through the rear window. Make
this adjustment before you start driving and while the day/night lever is in the
day position.
Pull the day/night ...
Instrument Cluster. Components and Components Location
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Daytime running light
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of
your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions,
and it is especially helpful af ...