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 Core Replacement
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the heater and blower assembly.
(Refer to Heater -"Heater Unit")
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Adjustment
After replacing ETC module or ECM, the ETC adaptive value must be reset
/ relearned according to the following procedure.
1.
Check DTC(s) and clear if exist.
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Specifications
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Specification
Rated voltage
DC 12V
Operating voltage
DC 9 ~ 16V
Operating temperature
-22°F ~ 167°F ...
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