2011 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE mirror controls

Features and controls
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Location of rear-view cameraThe rear-view camera (A) is in the rear bumper.
Rear-view camera displayThe rear-view camera image appears on the left portion of the
rear-view mirror.
CAUTION
!
If the camera lens gets dirty, a clear image cannot be
obtained. As necessary, rinse the lens with clean
water and gently wipe with a clean, soft cloth.
To avoid damaging the camera;
• Do not rub the cover excessively or polish it by
using an abrasive compound.
• Do not disassemble the camera.
• Do not splash hot water directly on the lens.
• Do not spray the camera and its surroundings with
high-pressure water.
CAUTION
!
The rear-view camera uses a wide-angle lens. As a
result, images and distances shown on the rear-view
camera display are not exact.
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NOTE
Mirror image is displayed on the rear-view camera dis-
play.

Monitor brightness is adjusted automatically by sensors.

In the event the monitor is continuously used for more
than 5 minutes, the monitor will automatically turn off.

Under certain circumstances, it may become difficult to
see an image on the display, even when the system is
functioning correctly.
• In a dark area, such as at night.
• When water drops or condensation are on the lens.
• When sun light or headlights shine directly into the lens.
→ When the camera picks up extremely bright light,
such as sunlight reflected off the rear bumper, a bright
vertical line may appear on the display.
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NOTE
If your vehicle is equipped with heated mirrors, mist can
also be removed from the outside rearview mirrors when
the rear window defogger switch is pressed. (Refer to
“Heated mirror” on page 3-60.)
Horn switch
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To honk the horn, press around the “ ” mark on the steering
wheel.
CAUTION
!
The rear window defogger is not designed to melt
snow. Remove any snow manually before using the
rear window defogger.
Use the rear window defogger only after the engine
has started and is running. Be sure to turn the
defogger switch off immediately after the window is
clear to save on battery power.
Do not place stickers, tape, or other items that are
attached with adhesive over the grid wires on the
rear window.
When cleaning the inside rear window, use a soft
cloth and wipe lightly over the grid wires.
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3Vanity mirror
(if so equipped)
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The vanity mirrors are located on the back of the sun visors.
Opening the lid (A) of the vanity mirror will automatically turn
on the mirror light (B).
CAUTION
!
If the lid of the lighted vanity mirror is kept open for
prolonged periods of time, the battery may be dis-
charged.Ty p e 1
Ty p e 2
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