The automatic dimming inside mirror has a front-facing lux level sensor (A), rear-facing lux level sensor (B), and a control unit. The control unit receives signals from each sensor. Based on the difference between the two lux levels (the light outside the vehicle and the light from the headlights of the other vehicle, etc.), the control unit controls the electro-chromic gel to reduce glare. This dimming function is canceled when the transmission is in reverse and the indicator (C) goes off. |
Honda Odyssey Owners Manual > When Driving: BSI (Blind Spot Information) System
Is designed to detect vehicles in specified alert zones adjacent to your vehicle, particularly in harder to see areas commonly known as “blind spots.” When the system detects vehicles approaching from behind in adjacent lanes, the appropriate indicator comes on, providing assistance when you cha ...