Kia Optima Hybrid: Electro chromic Inside Rear View Mirror / Description and Operation
| Description |
| 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 Switch
3. Rearward looking sensor
4. Forward looking sensor
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| Automatic-dimming Function |
| 1. |
Pressing and holding the Feature Control button for more than
3 but less than 6 seconds turns the auto-dimming function OFF which is
indicated by the green Status Indicator LED turning off. |
| 2. |
Pressing and holding the Feature Control button again for
more than 3 but less than 6 seconds turns the auto-dimming function ON
which is indicated by the green Status Indicator LED turning on.
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Components and Components Location
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Repair procedures
Inspection Check it by the procedure below to see if the function of the ECM is normal. 1. Turn the ignition key to the "ON" position. 2. Cover the front sensor to stop functioning. 3. Shine a light at ...
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