1995 CADILLAC ELDORADO mirror

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Reverse Gear Day Mode
To turn the
auto-dimming feature
on press the switch
located at the base
of
the mirror.
The switch will light,
indicating
it is on.
The reverse mode
is another important feature of the automatic mirror.
When the shift lever is placed in
REVERSE (R), the mirror changes to
the daytime mode for
a bright image in the mirror as you back up.
Cleaning Photocells
Use a cotton swab and glass cleaner to clean the front and rear photocells
that make
the auto-dimming feature work.
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Electrochromic DaylNight Rearview Mirror with
Compass (Option)
This mirror automatically changes to reduce glare when set in the M
(Mirror) or C/M (Compass/Mirror) positions. One photocell on the back
of the mirror senses when it is becoming dark outside. Another photocell
is built into the mirror surface to sense headlamps behind you.
The mirror will darken gradually to reduce glare. This change may take a
few moments.
The mirror goes to a clear position whenever you shift to REVERSE (R).
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine OFF Turns off the day/night function and compass. The mirror will stay in
the day setting.
To keep the photocells operating well, occasionally clean them with a
cotton swab and
glass cleaner.
M: This turns on the day/night portion of the mirror to automatically
reduce glare.
C/M: This setting turns on thc compass in addition to the dayinight
function.
A letter denoting the direction headed will appear in the top
right corner of the mirror.
Once the compass is calibrated, it does not need
to be recalibrated.
To calibrate the compass:
1.
2.
3.
Set the switch on the mirror control to C/M.
Turn the vehicle ignition switch
ON. The letter C should be displayed
in the mirror compass window. If not, hold the Cal switch (bottom of
the mirror) for more than 10 seconds, and the letter C will appear. To
hold in the Cal switch, insert a paper clip into the small hole on the
bottom
of the mirror housing. The display will show a number first, but
keep holding until the letter C appears.
For quick calibration, drive the vehicle
in a 360-degree circle at less
than 5 mph (8 km/h) until the display reads a compass direction. For
normal calibration, drive the vehicle on your everyday routine, and the
compass will eventually calibrate.
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Variance is the difference between magnetic north and geographic north.
In some areas the difference between the two can be great enough to
cause false compass readings. If this happens, follow these instructions to
set the variance for your particular location:
1. Determine your location on the zone map. Note your zone number.
2. Hold in the Cal switch (bottom of the mirror housing) for five seconds
until the current zone entry number appears in the display.
To hold in
the Cal switch, insert a paper clip into the small hole on the bottom of
the mirror housing.
entry is displayed.
3. Repeatedly press the Cal switch until the number for the new zone
Once the desired zone number is displayed, stop pressing the Cal switch
and the display will show compass direction within
a few seconds.
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The control on the driver's door armrest operates both outside rearview
mirrors. Move
the center switch to the left to select the driver side mirror,
or to the right to select the passenger side mirror. Then press the control
pad
in the direction of the desired mirror movement. Adjust each mirror
so that you can just see the side of your vehicle.
To lock the controls leave the selector switch in the middle position.
When you operate the rear window defogger,
it also warms both outside
mirrors to help clear
them of fog or ice.
Driver's Outside Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
(Option)
This mirror automatically dims to minimize glare for maximum rear
visibility. It operates
in conjunction with the insidc rearview mirror. As
glare increases, the mirror darkens accordingly. When the glare subsides
the mirror returns to its clear daytime state.
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COWEX OUTSIDE MIRROR
Your passenger’s side mirror is convex.
A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the
driver’s seat.
BREAK-AWAY OUTSIDE MIRROR
(EXPORT
ONLY)
The mirrors will collapse in either the forward or rearward direction and
then return
to the normal position.
POWER FOLDING MIRROR
(EXPORT
ONLY)
The control switch in the driver’s door armrest operates the fold and
extend feature for both outside rearview mirrors.
0 Move the switch rearward to fold both mirrors toward the vehicle’s
body.
0 Move the switch forward to extend both mirrors back to the normal
viewing position.
FLOOR MTS
Your Cadillac is equipped with rubber-backed front and rear floor mats.
Keep them clean by vacuuming and using a spot cleaner,
if necessary.
Do not machine wash.
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If you have the optional Astroroof you will not have this feature. To gain
access
to this compartment, which is located directly above the inside
rearview mirror in
the headliner, just push up and the storage area will open.
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CONVENIENCE NET
You'll find the convenience net just inside the back wall of the trunk.
Put small loads, like grocery
bags, behind the net. It can help keep them
from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops.
The net
is not for larger, heavier loads. Store them in the trunk as far
forward
as you can. When not using the net, hook the net to the tabs,
securing it to the sill plate.
Front Seat Vanity Mirrors
To use one, turn the
sunshade
down. Then
lift the cover up to see
the mirror. The slide
switch controls the
lamp
intensity.
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