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Mirrors: Testing and Inspection



Interior mirror

Automatic dimming interior mirror






1 - Interior mirror
- Checking function:
- Switch ignition on.
- Cover photo sensor -14- and shine a flashlight at photo sensor -12-, the mirror must darken when doing this (reverse gear must not be engaged and automatic anti-dazzle must be activated).
2 - Photo sensor
3 - Switch
- To manually turn automatic dimmer on and off.
4 - Photo sensor
5 - Electronics
6 - Glass pane
7 - Electrolyte coating
8 - Silver reflective coating
9 - Conductive - coating