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Mirrors -> Inside mirror for Your Volkswagen Passat SUV Sixth Generation (2005-2010)

WARNING  
Auto-dimming mirrors contain an electrolyte fluid which can leak if the mirror glass is broken.  
Electrolyte fluid can irritate the skin, eyes, and respiratory system.  
Repeated or prolonged exposure to electrolyte fluid can irritate the respiratory system,  
especially among people with asthma or other respiratory conditions. Get fresh air  
immediately by leaving the vehicle or, if that is not possible, open windows and doors all the  
way.  
If electrolyte fluid gets into the eyes, flush them thoroughly with large amounts of clean  
water for at least 15 minutes; medical attention is recommended.  
If electrolyte fluid contacts skin, flush affected area with clean water for at least  
15 minutes and then wash affected area with soap and water; medical attention is  
recommended. Thoroughly wash affected clothing and shoes before reuse.  
If swallowed, and the person is conscious, rinse mouth with water for at least 15 minutes.  
Get medical attention immediately. Do not induce vomiting unless instructed to do so by a  
medical professional.  
NOTICE  
Broken glass in the auto-dimming mirrors can cause electrolyte fluid leakage. Liquid  
electrolyte leaked from a broken mirror glass will damage any plastic surfaces it comes in  
contact with. Clean up spilled electrolyte fluid immediately with clear water and a sponge.  
Inside mirror  
Fig. 108 Manually adjustable inside mirror.  
Fig. 109 Auto-dimming inside mirror.  
Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS  
Adjust the inside mirror to make sure that there is good visibility through the rear window.  
For example, visibility through the rear window could be impaired if there is a sunshade on the rear  
window or clothing on the luggage compartment cover, or if the rear window is covered with ice, snow,  
or dirt.  
Manually adjustable inside mirror  
Home position: Lever on the bottom edge of the mirror points forward.  
To adjust to non-glare visibility, move the lever so that it points backward ⇒ꢀfig. 108.  
Auto-dimming inside mirror  
Key to fig. 109:  
(1)  
(2)  
(3)  
Indicator light  
Switch  
Sensor for recognizing entry of light  
The auto-dimming feature can be switched on and off with the switch on the inside mirror (2). When  
auto-dimming is activated, the indicator light (1) is on.  
If the ignition is switched on, the sensor (3) automatically darkens the inside mirror depending on the  
amount of light shining into the vehicle from the rear.  
The auto-dimming feature is deactivated when you shift the transmission into reverse or switch on the  
interior lights or the reading light.  
Do not attach external navigation devices to the windshield or in the vicinity of the auto-dimming inside  
mirror ⇒ꢀ  
.
WARNING  
The illuminated display on an external navigation device can cause the auto-dimming inside  
mirror to malfunction, which can result in crashes and serious injuries.  
Malfunctions in the auto-dimming function can result in the inside mirror being unable to  
evaluate the exact distance of vehicles in the rear or other objects.  
If the light striking the sensor is filtered or blocked (such as by a sunshade), the auto-dimming  
inside mirror will not work properly or may not work at all.