Kia Optima: 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 of the surroundings, while the rearward looking sensor detects the strength of the reflecting light and adjusts the reflexibility of the mirror in the range of 7~85%. But, when the reverse gear is engaged, it stops functioning.
| 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 Switch3. Rearward looking sensor 4. Forward looking sensor
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Automatic-dimming Function
To protect your vision during nighttime driving, your mirror will automatically
dim upon detecting glare from the vehicles traveling behind you. The auto-dimming
function can be controlled by the ...
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Removal
Parking Assist Sensor
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery
terminal.
2.
Remove the rear bumper.(Refer
to the BD group - "Rear bumper")
3.
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Problem Symptoms Table
Before replacing or repairing air conditioning components, first determine if the
malfunction is due to the refrigerant charge, air flow or compr ...
Installation
1.
Install the power window switch
module.
2.
Install the door trim panel after
reconnecting the relevant connectors
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