Why does my rear view mirror have an auto button?
Well, it’s really quite simple. When auto-dimming is turned on, your rear view mirror will automatically darken in order to reduce headlight glare. There is a rear light sensor that can detect when a vehicle behind you is shining its headlights toward your mirrors.
How does the rearview mirror dim on a Kia Sorento?
Your mirror will automatically dim upon detecting glare from the vehicles traveling behind you. The autodimming function can be controlled by pushing the ON/OFF Button: 1. Pressing the button turns the autodimming function OFF which is indicated by the green Status Indicator LED turning off.
What does the KIA Auto dimming mirror do?
The HomLink® feature allows you to program the mirror to activate your garage door (s), estate gate, home lighting, etc. The Auto Dimming Mirror with digital compass and HomeLink® automatically dims the harsh glare of reflecting lights.
How does the Homelink work on a Kia Sorento?
Press and hold the button on the HomeLink system you wish to train and the button on the transmitter while the transmitter is approximately 2-8 cm (1 to 3 inches) away from the mirror. Do not release the buttons until step 3 has been completed. 3. The HomeLink indicator light will flash, first slowly and then rapidly.
Where is the light sensor on my Mirror?
These light sensors are visible through openings in the front and rear of the mirror case.Any object that would obstruct either light sensor will degrade the automatic dimming control feature. Your mirror will automatically dim upon detecting glare from the vehicles traveling behind you.
Your mirror will automatically dim upon detecting glare from the vehicles traveling behind you. The autodimming function can be controlled by pushing the ON/OFF Button: 1. Pressing the button turns the autodimming function OFF which is indicated by the green Status Indicator LED turning off.
What should you not do in the rearview mirror?
Do not place objects in the rear seat or cargo area which would interfere with your vision through the rear window. Do not adjust the rearview mirror while the vehicle is moving. This could result in loss of control, and an accident which could cause death, serious injury or property damage.
Press and hold the button on the HomeLink system you wish to train and the button on the transmitter while the transmitter is approximately 2-8 cm (1 to 3 inches) away from the mirror. Do not release the buttons until step 3 has been completed. 3. The HomeLink indicator light will flash, first slowly and then rapidly.
These light sensors are visible through openings in the front and rear of the mirror case.Any object that would obstruct either light sensor will degrade the automatic dimming control feature. Your mirror will automatically dim upon detecting glare from the vehicles traveling behind you.