Many people are unaware of all the features of their car. In fact, a vehicle contains small parts that are barely noticeable because they are hidden or difficult to find. Not all parts are listed in the owner’s manual, and you only become aware of their existence through regular use of the car. Discover the hidden function of your rearview mirror.

Everyone knows what a rearview mirror is for. However, few know that this safety device has a hidden function. Want to discover it for better driving? Keep reading!

The hidden mirror button

The mirror lever allows you to enjoy excellent visibility to the sides and rear of the car. The mirrors have a mirror mounted on a bracket. Finally, there is a lever located just behind the mirror. What is its function?

In fact, this small tab allows you to adjust the mirror up or down and then position it. The mirror lever plays an important role while driving: by turning it to the position that best helps you avoid being blinded by the headlights of other vehicles.

Many drivers use this trick every day because it makes   driving much easier   in different situations.

Finally, one important warning remains: if misused, the mirror lever can cause accidents.   Due to solar radiation, jewelry hanging from the mirror lever can cause glare and, therefore, potential accidents. It is strongly recommended to avoid this habit of hanging objects from the mirror lever.

Rearview mirror: automatic dimming in recent cars

Older vehicle models only have manual dimming  . While that worked, today automatic dimming takes over, making driving more comfortable and safer. As the name suggests, the dimming is automatic, so you won’t need to intervene while driving.

How do I properly adjust the interior and exterior mirrors?

For a better driving experience, learn how to properly adjust your rearview mirror!

• Get in the driver’s seat. Adjust the seat and steering wheel to the best position for you to sit comfortably and easily operate the gearshift, brake pedal, and accelerator.
• Carefully manipulate the mirror to see directly  from the center of the rear windshield  without having to move your head.
• Well established? Great. Locate the levers or buttons that adjust the exterior mirrors. Newer models have a small lever or joystick on the driver’s side door to electronically adjust these mirrors. If you have an older model, you’ll need to manually adjust your mirror using a lever or by pressing on the mirror itself.
• Next, do the same with the passenger-side mirror. As soon as all the mirrors are adjusted, sit in the driver’s seat and look in each one. Start with the driver’s side mirror. You should be able to see everything behind you!

That’s all, so it’s recommended   to use these tips    for a comfortable and safe trip!