FUNCTION OF MAIN COMPONENTS
The electrical remote mirror system consists of the following parts:
| Component | Function |
|---|---|
| Outer Mirror Switch Assembly | Operates the outer mirror to adjust the mirror surface as well as to retract* the mirror. |
| 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 power retractable electrical remote control type mirror sub-assembly
The mirror heater system consists of the following parts:
| Component | Function |
|---|---|
| Mirror Heater | Prevents frost and dew build-up on the mirror. |
| Rear Defogger Switch | Operates the mirror heater. |
FUNCTION
Power Retractable Electrical Control Type Mirror Sub-assembly
The user operates a switch on top of the outer mirror switch assembly to control the retraction of the electric remote mirrors.
Mirror Heater System
The mirror heaters use a heater element in both mirror sub-assemblies to help remove frost and dew from the mirrors.
The mirror heaters are controlled by the air conditioning amplifier assembly.
The mirror heater operates at the same time as the rear defogger system.
OPERATION
Mirror Heater System
The mirror heater is activated when the ignition switch (engine switch*) is turned ON, and rear 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