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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2. |
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
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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 ...
See also:
Sound Settings
This menu allows you to set the ‘Bass, Middle, Treble’ and the Sound Fader and
Balance.
Select [Sound Settings]
Select menu through
TUNE knob
Turn
TUNE knob left/right to set
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Battery recharging
WARNING - Risk of electrocution
Never touch the electrical ignition system while the vehicle is running. This
system works with high voltage which can "zap" you.
Your vehicle has a maint ...
Removal
1.
Drain the brake fluid through the bleed plug (A).
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