Nissan Ariya: Mirrors

• Inside mirror
• Outside mirrors

Inside mirror

Basic information

Adjust the angle of the inside mirror to the desired position.

Manual anti-glare type (if so equipped)

The night position 1 will reduce glare from the headlights of vehicles behind you at night.

Use the day position 2 when driving in daylight hours.

WARNING

Use the night position only when necessary, because it reduces rear view clarity.

Automatic anti-glare type (if so equipped)

The inside mirror is designed so that it automatically changes reflection according to the intensity of the headlights of the following vehicle.

The anti-glare system will be automatically turned on when the power switch is placed in the ON position.

Do not hang any objects on the mirror or apply glass cleaner. Doing so will reduce the sensitivity of the sensor A, resulting in improper operation.

Intelligent Rear View Mirror (if so equipped)

WARNING

Failure to follow the warnings and instructions for proper use of the Intelligent Rear View Mirror could result in serious injury or death.

• The Intelligent Rear View Mirror is a convenience feature but it is not a substitute for proper vehicle operation. The system has areas where objects cannot be viewed.

  Check the blind spot of the Intelligent Rear View Mirror before vehicle operation. The driver is always responsible for safe driving.

• Do not disassemble or modify the Intelligent Rear View Mirror, the camera unit or wirings. If you do, it may result in accidents or fire. In case you notice smoke or smell coming from the Intelligent Rear View Mirror, stop using the system immediately. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN certified ARIYA dealer for servicing.
• Do not operate the Intelligent Rear View Mirror while driving.

  Doing so can be a distraction and it could lose control of your vehicle and cause an accident or serious injury.

• Do not gaze into the Intelligent Rear View Mirror display during driving. It may cause a distraction and it could lose control of your vehicle and cause an accident or serious injury. Gazing into the display screen during driving also can be a cause of carsick for passengers.
• Do not put a flames to the Intelligent Rear View Mirror, the camera unit or wirings. It may cause a fire.
• Be sure to adjust the Intelligent Rear View Mirror before driving.

  Switch the system to the conventional rearview mirror mode and be properly seated on the driver's seat. Then adjust the rearview mirror so as to see the rear window properly. Driving without adjusting the rearview mirror may cause difficulty in watching the display at Intelligent Rear View Mirror mode (camera view mode) due to the reflection from the surface of the mirror.

• If the indicator light of the mirror turns off at the Intelligent Rear View Mirror mode (camera view mode), immediately switch the system to the conventional rearview mirror mode. If the indicator light does not illuminate after switching to the Intelligent Rear View Mirror mode again, the system may malfunction. Have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN certified ARIYA dealer.
• If the Intelligent Rear View Mirror malfunctions, immediately switch the system to the conventional rearview mirror mode. Have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN certified ARIYA dealer.
• When strong light (for example, sunlight or high beams from following vehicles) enters the camera, a light beam or a glaring light may appear on the display screen of the Intelligent Rear View Mirror. In that case, switch the system to the conventional rearview mirror mode appropriately.
• If dirt, rain or snow accumulates on the exterior glass surface covering the camera, the Intelligent Rear View Mirror may not display objects clearly. Use of the rear window wiper/washer may improve visibility, but if not, switch the Intelligent Rear View Mirror to the conventional rearview mirror mode until a time the glass covering the camera can be cleaned.

1. MENU button
2. Second button
3. Third button
4. Fourth button
5. Indicator
6. Indicator light
7. Mode select lever

Components:

Intelligent Rear View Mirror provides a clear rearview from a camera located on the rear of the vehicle. Intelligent Rear View Mirror has two modes: conventional rearview mirror mode and Intelligent Rear View Mirror mode (camera view mode).

You can switch these two modes by the mode select lever C.

When the Intelligent Rear View Mirror mode is selected, the indicator A is displayed, and the indicator light B illuminates.

(If a malfunction occurs in the Intelligent Rear View Mirror, the indicator A will turn off or not appear when the Intelligent Rear View Mirror mode is selected.)

How to change the mode:

The mode can be switched when the power switch is in the "ON" position.

• Pull the mode select lever to switch to the Intelligent Rear View Mirror mode (camera view mode).
• Push the mode select lever to switch to the conventional rearview mirror mode.

How to make settings of Intelligent Rear View Mirror (MENU button operation):

You can choose display settings of the Intelligent Rear View Mirror such as brightness, camera angle and textual indication ON or OFF.

When the Intelligent Rear View Mirror mode (camera view mode) is on, push the MENU button 1 to display the setting menu. The following items can be adjusted:

• Brightness
• Down/Up
• Left/Right
• Rotation
• Indication
• Language
• Switch Backlight
• License

Push 2 or 3 button to select an item and then push the 4 button.

Brightness

The brightness of the display screen can be adjusted.

• Push the button 2 to dim the screen.
• Push the button 3 to brighten the screen.

Down/Up

The vertical camera angle of the display screen can be adjusted.

• Push the button 2 to down the camera angle.
• Push the button 3 to up the camera angle.

Left/Right

The horizontal camera angle of the display screen can be adjusted.

• Push the button 2 to move the camera angle to the left.
• Push the button 3 to move the camera angle to the right.

Rotation

The camera angle of the display screen can be rotated.

• Push the button 2 to rotate the camera angle to the left.
• Push the button 3 to rotate the camera angle to the right.

Indication

The textual indication can be turned on or off on the Intelligent Rear View Mirror display screen.

• Push the button 2 to disable the textual indication on the display screen.
• Push the button 3 to enable the textual indication on the display screen.

Language

You can select the language of the textual indication on the Intelligent Rear View Mirror display screen.

Select the language by using the 2 or 3 button. The language setting will be retained even if the EV system is restarted.

Switch Backlight

The illumination of the buttons can be turned on or off.

• Push the button 2 to turn off the illumination.
• Push the button 3 to turn on the illumination.

License

The license information is displayed.

Intelligent Rear View Mirror system precautions:

NOTE

• Long-term use of this system in stopping EV system may cause battery to be discharged.
• Do not attach an antenna of wireless device near the Intelligent Rear View Mirror. Electric wave from wireless device may cause disturbed image in the Intelligent Rear View Mirror.
• Do not push the buttons excessively or operating the lever roughly may cause a system failure or the Intelligent Rear View Mirror itself to drop.
• Never turn the body of Intelligent Rear View Mirror horizontally by 20º or more, or vertically by 30º or more.

  It may damage the Intelligent Rear View Mirror.

• Do not apply strong shocks to the body of Intelligent Rear View Mirror.

  It may cause a system failure.

• Do not apply heavy load to the camera and camera-cover on the rear of the vehicle. It may cause the camera to be removed or may cause a system failure.
• If it is difficult to see the Intelligent Rear View Mirror display screen because of a strong external light, switch the mode to the conventional rearview mirror mode for better use.
• When LED headlights are viewed on the Intelligent Rear View Mirror display, the images may flicker. This is normal.
• Due to diffused reflection from external environment, images on the screen may flicker. This is not a malfunction.
• A quick movement of a thing may not be able to display on the camera view screen. This is not a malfunction.
• Turn on the headlights at twilight or in a tunnel, etc. When headlights are turned on, the display and the camera systems automatically switched to the night mode, which can prevent dazzling.
• The Intelligent Rear View Mirror mode (camera view mode) display is different from the conventional rearview mirror. Objects in the display may differ from actual distance. Do not solely rely on the Intelligent Rear View Mirror. Always rely on your own operation to avoid accidents.
• Immediately after the Intelligent Rear View Mirror is switched from one mode to another, you may have difficulty in focusing on the image in the mirror/display screen with your eyes. Be cautious using the Intelligent Rear View Mirror until your eyes get accustomed to the selected mode. If it is necessary to correct eye focusing, the use of multifocal glasses, etc. is recommended.
• It may take time for you to focus on the camera view display depending on your condition.
• If the brightness of the camera view display is adjusted to excessive bright level, it may cause an eyestrain in the driving. Adjust the brightness properly.
• Use the rear window wiper when it rains. If the camera view image is still unclear when the rear window wiper is in operation, check the deterioration of the rear window wiper blade.
• When using the rear window wiper, images on the screen may flicker.

  This is not a malfunction.

• Defog the rear window with defroster when rear window is fogged. Use the conventional rearview mirror mode until the rear window is fully defogged.
• The display of the Intelligent Rear View Mirror may become hot. This is not a malfunction.
• The color of an object in the distance or in the dark may be difficult to be recognized. This is not a malfunction.
• When the temperature is high, the brightness may be decreased or image may not be displayed on the camera view display. This is not a malfunction.
• When the temperature is low, the image may be distorted on the camera view display. This is not a malfunction.

System maintenance (Intelligent Rear View Mirror):

• Always keep the mirror and camera area of the rear window clean.
• Clean the mirror and the camera lens with a dry soft cloth.
• When cleaning the camera area of the rear window, use a soft cloth dampened with water and a few neutral detergent. And after that, dry it up with dry soft cloth.
• If the image on the Intelligent Rear View Mirror display screen is still unclear even after cleaning the camera area of the rear window, an oil film may be adhering to the rear window glass. Clean the rear window glass with an oil film remover.
• Never use alcohol, benzine, thinner, or any similar material to clean the mirror or camera lens. It will cause a discoloration, deterioration or a system malfunction.
• Do not cover the front of the mirror. It may interfere with brightness adjustment or switching images on the camera view display.
• Do not attach a sticker (including transparent material) on the camera area of the rear window.

Outside mirrors

Basic information

WARNING

Objects viewed in the outside mirror on the passenger side are closer than they appear. Be careful when moving to the right. Using only this mirror could cause an accident. Use the inside mirror or glance over your shoulder to properly judge distances to other objects.

Adjusting outside mirrors

The outside mirror control switch is located on the driver's armrest.

The outside mirror will operate when the power switch is in the ON position.

Push either the right or left switch to select the right or left side mirror 1 (the indicator light A on the selected mirror switch illuminates), then adjust 2 using the control switch.

Defrosting outside mirrors

The outside mirrors will be heated when the rear window defroster switch is operated.

Example

Foldable outside mirrors

The outside rearview mirror remote control operates when the power switch is in the ON position.

The outside rearview mirrors automatically fold when the outside rearview mirror folding switch 1 is pushed in. To unfold, push the switch again.

CAUTION

• Continuously performing the fold/unfold operation of the outside rearview mirror may cause the switch to stop the operation.
• Do not touch the mirrors while they are moving. Your hand may be pinched, and the mirror may malfunction.
• Do not drive with the mirrors stored. You will be unable to see behind the vehicle.
• If the mirrors were folded or unfolded by hand, there is a chance that the mirror will move forward or backward during driving. If the mirrors were folded or unfolded by hand, be sure to adjust them again electrically before driving.

Automatic fold:

The outside rearview mirrors automatically fold when the doors are locked with the Intelligent Key, the lock sensors or the request switch. The mirrors unfold when the doors are unlocked with the Intelligent Key, the capacitive unlock sensors or the request switch, or when the power switch is placed in the ON position. For information about disabling the automatic fold function, see "Vehicle Settings".

Reverse tilt-down feature (if so equipped)

When backing up the vehicle, the right or left outside mirror will turn downward automatically to provide better rear visibility.

1. Place the power switch in the ON position.

2. Move the shift lever to the R (Reverse) position.

3. Choose the right or left outside mirror by operating the outside mirror control switch.

4. The selected outside mirror surface moves downward.

For setting the position of the outside mirror surface, perform the following steps.

1. Choose the right or left outside mirror by operating the outside mirror control switch.

2. Move the shift lever to the R (Reverse) position.

3. Adjust the outside mirror surface to the desired position.

4. Move the shift lever to the P (Park) or D (Drive) position.

5. The adjusted mirror position will be set.

When one of the following conditions has occurred, the outside mirror surface will return to its original position.

• The shift lever is moved out of the R (Reverse) position for a short period of time when the vehicle speed is lower than 5 MPH (8 km/h).
• The vehicle speed exceeds 5 MPH (8 km/h).
• The selected outside mirror is deselected using the outside mirror control switch.
• The power switch is placed in the OFF position.
• The EV system is stopped.

Vanity mirror

To use the vanity mirror, pull down the sun visor and pull up the cover.