Rearview Mirror Adjustment
X
Adjust the rearview mirror so you can see
out of the entire rear window.
X
Observe the objects in sight at the left and
right edges of the rearview mirror. They might
be a tree, a vehicle, etc.
Le Mirror Adjustment
X
Rest your head against the driver's side window.
X
Adjust the left mirror until you can barely see
the left rear edge of your vehicle.
Right Mirror Adjustment
X
Lean to your right so you are directly in
front of the rearview mirror mount.
X
Adjust the right mirror until you can barely
see the right rear edge of your vehicle.
Test Your Settings
X
Sitting in your normal driving position, check to
see if you can see the entire view behind you,
from far right to far left, with no blind spots.
Technology Can Help
It is important to remember that these mirror
adjustments reduce—but do not eliminate—
blind spots, which can still exist beyond your
mirrors' field of view. You will need to turn your
head to see what is there. If you have difficulty
turning to check your blind spots, there is
technology available in many newer vehicles
that can assist you.
Learn more about mirror adjustments and have
someone help you with the Mirror Adjustment
in the Vehicle Companion Guide.
ADJUST YOUR MIRRORS TO PROVIDE THE WIDEST
FIELD OF VISION AS IN THE FIGURE ABOVE
Le view Right view
Rearview
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