1998 E300 Turbodiesel RVM

[jcq]

Hello all,

Can anyone tell me if the RVM on my MB is an auto dipping one? The mirror looks like it might have a small sensor in the front bottom corner, and on the back of the mirror is a small hole about the size of a smilie .

If anyone can shed any light on the (no pun intended) I'd appreciate it.

 

[BTB 500]

Hi and welcome

Yes a small round 'hole' on the mirror glass sounds like a dimming sensor.

 

[Parrot of Doom]

Thats exactly what mine has, and it should also control the driver's door mirror too.

 

[jcq]

Many thanks for the replies folks. I appreciate it.

Can you tell me what I can check to try and figure out what is wrong with it, it doesn't appear to work.

Thanks again

 

[Parrot of Doom]

Get a multimeter and test for the presence of voltage to the mirror.

 

[Dieselman]

Why do you think it's not working, they are really subtle in operation and you won't notice it.

The only way to test is to cover the front sensor during the day, you will see it dim.