Kia Soul: Description
Kia Soul 2014-2019 PS Service Manual / Body Electrical System / Electro Chromic Inside Rear View Mirror / Description
The ECM (Electro Chromatic inside rear view Mirror) is intended dim
the reflecting light in the rear view mirror. The forward facing sensor
detects brightness of the surroundings, while the rearward looking sensor
is for the light from the rear. The strength of the light in the rear sensor
is used by the mirror to adjust the shading. It ranges from 7 to 85%. When
the reverse gear is engaged, it stops functioning.
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The forward facing sensor sees if the brightness of the surroundings
is low enough for the mirror to operate its function.
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The rearward looking sensor detects glaring of the reflecting
light from a vehicle behind.
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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 Switch , 3. Rearward looking
sensor , 4. Forward looking sensor )
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Components
...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 ...See also:
Removal
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Put on gloves to protect your hands.
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On-board Refueling Vapor Recovery (ORVR) valve Removal
1.
Turn the ignition switch OFF, and then remove battery (-) cable.
2.
Remove the fuel pump.
(Refer to Fuel System - "Fuel Pump&qu ...
Good driving practices
Never take the vehicle out of gear and coast down a hill. This is extremely
hazardous. Always leave the vehicle in gear.
Don't "ride" the brakes. This can cause them to overheat ...