Kia Sorento: Description
The ECM (Electro Chromatic inside rear view Mirror) is for dimming the
reflecting light from a vehicle behind at night, in order the user not to be
dazzled by the light. The forward facing sensor detects brightness of the surroundings,
while the rearward looking sensor the strength of the reflecting light so that
adjusts the reflexibility of the mirror in the range of 7~85%. But, 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 facing 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 by ...
See also:
Heater & A/C Control Unit (Manual) Replacement
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the center fascia panel
(A).
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Service Standard
Item
Specification
Ignition Timing (°)
BTDC 6 ± 10
Idle Speed (rpm)
A/C OFF
Neutral, N, P-range
680 ± 100
D-range
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Under Body (2WD)
Projected Dimensions
* These dimensions indicated in this figure are actual-measurement
dimensions. [ Unit : mm (inch) ]
Actual-Measurement Dimensions
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