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Mirrors are a vital component of safe motorhome operation. Convex
mirror and side-view camera illustrated below.
Mirrors and Vision Systems
For safe driving and maneuvering, both on and o the high-
way, it is imperative that the motorhome driver/operator
becomes procient with using mirrors and vision systems.
Vision aids for motorhomes vary, due in part to the variety
of motorhome classes and sizes. Optional equipment and
driver preferences are also factors that determine the type
of vision aids equipped on motorhomes.
Mirrors
e rearview mirrors on the motorhome should always be
kept in adjustment and good working order. Although some
mirrors have motorized adjustments, most mirrors also have
provisions for manual adjustments.
Mirror features:
e rearview mirrors installed on the motorhome may include
some or all these features:
• Side View Camera: If the rearview mirrors are equipped
with side-view cameras, the le-side or right-side camera
will automatically turn on with the application of the
le or right turn signals. View the camera in the dash
monitor (radio screen) to help aid with maneuvering
the motorhome around the turn. When the turn signals
cancel, the dash monitor will revert to the previous
screen.
• Blind Spot Detection: e motorhome mirrors may be
equipped with Blind Spot Detection (BSD) indicators. If
so, a symbol in the mirror surface will appear whenever
a vehicle or object is along the side of the motorhome,
out of the normal view of the mirrors. e indicator
will turn o when the vehicle or object has moved out
of the blind-spot zone. See BSD beginning on page 36.
• Heated Mirrors: e rearview mirrors may have built-in
heating elements that will keep the mirrors free of ice
and snow. A switch located on the dash controls mirror
heaters.
• Wide-View: e convex portion of the mirror allows for
a good side view of the motorhome and is used to detect
cars or obstacles along the side of the motorhome. Note
that convex mirrors aect visual perspective.
Mirror adjustments:
It is usually best to enlist the help of someone stationed
outside the motorhome to aid with mirror positioning.
1. Locate the adjustment screws on the mirror head and
arm and obtain the correct size wrench or screwdriver
for the adjustment screws.
2. Loosen the adjustment screws to where the mirror will
move with slight force, but not so loose that the mirror
will not hold position.
3. Sit in the driver’s seat and adjust the seat for your normal
driving position.
4. Look out the side windows at both the le and right
mirrors and ask your helper to adjust the mirrors so that
you can slightly see the side of the motorhome, while
maintaining a good rearward view without needing to
move your upper body.
5. Tighten the setscrews and check the mirrors again to
ensure the mirrors held their position.
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