Hyundai Santa Fe (DM): Description
and Operation
Description
The ECM (Electro Chromatic inside rear view Mirror) is intended
dim the reflecting light in the rear view mirror. The forward facing sensor
detects brightness of the surroundings, while the rearward looking sensor is
for the light from the rear. The strength of the light in the rear sensor is
used by the mirror to adjust the shading. It ranges from 7 to 85%. 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 looking sensor )
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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 the Dimming ON/OFF Button
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Pressing and holding the Feature Control button for
more than 3 but less than 6 seconds turns the auto-dimming function
OFF which is indicated by the green Status Indicator LED turning off.
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Pressing and holding the Feature Control button again
for more than 3 but less than 6 seconds turns the auto-dimming function
ON which is indicated by the green Status Indicator LED turning on.
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Components
and Components Location
Components ...
Repair procedures
Inspection Check it by the procedure below to see if the function of the ECM is normal. 1. Turn the ignition key to the "ON" position. 2. Cover the forward facing sensor. 3. Head a light to the ...
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Noise and smoke
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Specifications
Specification Ignition System Ignition Coil Item Specification Primary Coil Resistance (Ω) 0.62 ± 10％ [20°C (68°F)] Secondary Coil Resistance (kΩ) 7.0 ± 15％ [20°C (68°F)] ...
