Blind Spot Mirror
#101
I dunno. Me thinks that some of the reasons for getting blind spot mirrors is simply due to lack of concentration, or possibly not even really knowing how to drive correctly in the first place. My blind Grandma use to have them....but then again she was....well.....blind......
#103
Instructor
How to Use & Adjust Your Mirrors
Good visual search habits require proper positioning and use of mirrors located inside and outside a vehicle. Using the settings below, you can see what is directly behind your vehicle with the inside mirror, and you can see directly into spaces adjacent to each of the vehicle’s rear corners by using the side mirrors. Mirrors are intended for detection and not for gathering detailed information.The inside mirror
- Adjust the inside mirror so you can see the entire rear window from the driver’s seat. You should have to move only your eyes, not your head, when using this mirror.
- Drivers 6 feet tall or taller may find it helpful to reposition the mirror upside down, if possible. This usually raises the bottom edge fo the mirror about 1 to 2 inches and can substantially rescue a major blind area to the front for tall drivers.
- To adjust the driver’s side-view mirror, place your head against the left side window and set the mirror so you can just barely see the side of the car in the mirror’s right side.
- To adjust the passenger’s side-view mirror, position your head so that it is just above the center console. Set the mirror so you can just barely see the side of the car in the left side of the mirror. If the vehicle is not equipped with remove mirror-adjustment controls, you may need assistance when properly positioning this mirror.