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Having trouble seeing while backing up, even with b/u camera?

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by karen898, Jun 23, 2007.

  1. karen898

    karen898 New Member

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    How are you all doing on backing up - can you all see out the rear window okay? Any suggestions? Right now, I'm using the kids as my back-up camera!
     
    #1 karen898, Jun 23, 2007
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    Just try to get used to looking through both rear windows simultaneously....as you get used to it you don't even notice the spoiler splitting them any more.
     
    #2 efusco, Jun 23, 2007
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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(kjm @ Jun 23 2007, 05:31 PM) [snapback]466975[/snapback]</div>
    The camera covers a very wide angle. Turning your head left and right then checking out the camera is more than enough.
     
    #3 ystasino, Jun 23, 2007
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    When I first got my Prius, I *HATED* the view out the rear window. Now I'm used to it and don't notice it anymore. Just back up like you would any other car (although the camera is a godsend when it comes to parallel parking).
     
    #4 Stev0, Jun 23, 2007
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    I'm a mirror guy. I may peak at the camera to see how far I can get to an object, but usually I'm usung both mirrors.

    Guess that comes from driving a semi many years ago.
     
    #5 gforeman, Jun 23, 2007
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    To answer the question, "no".

    I use both mirrors and turning my head when backing up, and supplement with the camera (particularly when backing out of the garage to make sure no-one has run behind the car). It is no more difficult than any other car, and the camera just makes it easier.
     
    #6 PA, Jun 23, 2007
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