Kia Optima Hybrid: Electro chromic Inside Rear View Mirror / Repair procedures
| Inspection |
| 1. |
Turn the ignition key to the "ON" position. |
| 2. |
Cover the front sensor to stop functioning. |
| 3. |
Shine a light at the rear sensor. |
| 4. |
The ECM should be darkened as soon as the rear sensor detects the light.
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| 5. |
When the reverse gear is engaged, the ECM should not be darkened. |
| 6. |
When heading lights to both the front and rear sensors, the ECM should not be darkened. |
| Removal |
| 1. |
Remove the mirror wiring cover (A).
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| 2. |
Disconnect the mirror connector (B) and remove the mounting screw (A).
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| 3. |
Slide the inside rear view mirror rearward to remove the inside rear view mirror assembly (A).
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| Installation |
| 1. |
Install the mirror assembly. |
| 2. |
Install the mirror wiring cover and connector.
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Description and Operation
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 ...
Compass Mirror Description and Operation
Function 1. Push the A button lower of the rear view mirror to turn on the function of the compass mirror so that displays a sign of a direction on the small board in the upper-right side of the mirror. ...
Other information:
Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: Description and Operation
Description Back view camera will activate when the backup light is ON with the ignition switch ON and the shift lever in the R position. This system is a supplemental system that shows behind the vehicle through the AV monitor while backing-up. This system is a supplementary function only. ...
Kia Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) 2016-2020 Service Manual: ESC OFF Switch Description and Operation
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