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Power Memory Seat/Mirror System

The power memory seat/mirror system allows driver to program 3 seat/mirror positions into seat memory. Seat and outside mirrors will automatically move to preset position by pressing desired button or combination of buttons on memory switch.

The inside electronic rear view mirror automatically adjusts to reduce glare during night driving. The left side mirror is available with a similar glare reduction system as an option.

Power side view mirror system consists of mirror head with integral servo motor assembly and memory mirror module integrated with power seat control module.

To program memory seat/mirror system, move driver's seat and side mirrors to desired position. Press SET button. LED will glow. Before LED goes out (5 seconds), press button No. 1. To set position No. 2, repeat procedure, and press button No. 2. To set position No. 3, repeat procedure, and press buttons No. 1 and 2 simultaneously. To recall any position, press corresponding button or buttons to activate module memory. Recall can be activated only when gear selector is in Park or Neutral. Memory can be programmed at any time.

Side mirrors may be adjusted manually, by-passing memory system. Depressing side view mirror control push-button switch, marked with arrows indicating adjustment directions, moves mirror up, down, left and right. A selector switch controls which mirror is adjusted. Selector switch should be placed in neutral position after adjustment.

The optional electronic rear view mirror is controlled by 2 light-sensitive photocells. Outside light level is measured by a sensor on backside of mirror housing. A second sensor, located inside the mirror, detects approaching rear lights. The mirror locks in normal position whenever transmission gear selector is placed in Reverse.