MIRROR SYSTEM DETAILS


  1. FUNCTION OF MAIN COMPONENTS


    1. The electrical remote control type mirror sub-assembly consists of the following parts:

      Component Function
      Outer Mirror Switch Assembly Operates the mirror sub-assembly to adjust the mirror surface or retract the mirror sub-assembly*.
      Mirror Sub-assembly Adjusts the position of the mirror by operating the motor in the mirror sub-assembly in accordance with the signals from the outer mirror switch assembly.

      • *: Models with manual retractable function

    2. The mirror heater system consists of the following parts:

      Component Function
      Mirror Heater Prevents frost and dew build-up on the mirror.
      Rear Window Defogger Switch Operates the mirror heater.

  2. FUNCTION


    1. Mirror Heater System


      1. The mirror heaters use a heater element in both mirror sub-assemblies to help remove frost and dew from the mirrors.

      2. The mirror heaters are controlled by the air conditioning amplifier assembly.*


        • *: Models with automatic air conditioning

      3. The mirror heater operates at the same time as the rear window defogger system.

  3. OPERATION


    1. Mirror Heater System (Models with Automatic Air Conditioning)


      1. The mirror heater is activated when the ignition switch (engine switch*) is turned to ON, and rear window defogger switch is pushed. The air conditioning amplifier assembly activates to keep the mirror heater on for approximately 15 minutes.


        • *: Models with entry and start system

      2. However, the operating time of the rear window defogger system, which is the same as that of the mirror heater system, will be extended in the following conditions:


        • Ambient temperature: -3°C (27°F) or less

        • Vehicle speed: 45 km/h (28 mph) or more