THOR CLASS A, Owner'S Manual

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Mirrors are a vital component of safe motorhome operation
Typical mirror adjustments
Mirrors and Vision Systems
For safe driving and maneuvering, both on and off the high-
way, it is imperative that the motorhome driver/operator
becomes proficient 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
The mirrors on your motorhome should always be kept in
adjustment and good working order. Although some mir-
rors have motorized adjustments, most mirrors also have
provisions for manual adjustments.
Mirror Features
The mirrors installed on your motorhome may include
some or all of these features:
• Side View Camera
: If your mirrors are equipped with
side-view cameras, the left-side or right-side camera will
automatically turn on with the application of the left or
right turn signals. View the camera in the dash monitor
(radio screen) to help aid with maneuvering the motor-
home around the turn. When the turn signals cancel, the
dash monitor will revert to the previous screen.
• Blind-spot Indicator : Your motorhome mirrors may
be equipped with blind-spot 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. The indicator will turn off
when the vehicle or object has moved out of the blind-
spot zone.
• Heated Mirrors
: Your motorhome mirrors may have
built-in heating elements that will keep your mirrors
free of ice and snow. A switch located on the dash
controls mirror heaters.
• The 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 affect 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.