What should I be able to see in my left car mirror?

Answer by  Wrenchman (638)

You should just see the edge of your car in the edge of your mirror, maybe covering 5% of the mirrors surface, with the horizon less than halfway up.

Answer by  km8738 (1917)

You should be able to see a very small amount of your own vehicle, but that is not required. Mainly, you need to be able to see the lane to the left of you... The rest you will adjust to over time.

Answer by  chrometip (5)

From the B pillar backwards on the vehicle should be visible within the left mirror. This way, you may approximate the distance between you and another vehicle if you are attempting to change lanes.

Answer by  rookie105 (823)

mine is set to see just the rear panel of the car and most of the lane behind and to the side of my car, but at night this is a problem when the headlights hit the mirror