
When the rearview mirror is parallel to the horizon, with the horizon positioned at the center of the mirror (1/2 of the mirror's height), the visibility is optimal. Since the driver's seat is on the left, adjusting the left rearview mirror is particularly important. It is recommended to adjust the body image to occupy 1/4 of the mirror and the horizon to occupy 1/2 of the mirror. The adjustment angle for the right rearview mirror is different from the left one. Here, the body image should still occupy 1/4 of the mirror, but the horizon should be adjusted to 2/3 of the right rearview mirror.

Adjusting the mirrors on a Volkswagen Polo is actually quite straightforward. Near the driver's door armrest, you'll find a round rotary knob marked with L and R in the center. First, turn the knob to the L position to adjust the left mirror, then use the directional buttons around the knob to move the mirror up, down, left, or right until you can see the rear wheel and the edge of the road. Follow the same method by selecting R to adjust the right side, ensuring about 1/3 of your car's body is visible in the mirror. After adjustment, return the knob to the middle position to avoid accidental touches. A common mistake beginners make is setting the mirror angle too high—I recommend positioning the horizon slightly below the center of the mirror for the safest view. If it's an electric folding model, simply hold the knob after turning off the engine to retract the mirrors!

I've been driving a Polo for three years, and adjusting the rearview mirrors is something I can do with my eyes closed. The knob with arrows on the door panel is the controller—turn it left or right to select the mirror, and use the up, down, left, and right buttons to fine-tune the position. Two key reminders: First, the right mirror must show a bit of your own car body to judge the distance accurately. Second, when reversing, it's best to tilt the mirror downward slightly to see the curb clearly. If it has the auto-tilt function, just shift into reverse and press the preset button. If the mirror fogs up on rainy days, use the heating function by turning the knob to the heating symbol position and wait three minutes for it to clear up. Remember to readjust the mirrors every time a new driver takes the wheel—safety first!

The Polo's mirror adjustment is exceptionally user-friendly. The knob next to the driver's door handle controls the mirrors—turn left or right to select the mirror, then press the surrounding buttons to adjust the angle. The key is to position the mirror so you can see the rear vehicle while leaving a bit of your car's body as a reference. I recommend adjusting the seat first, then the mirrors, ensuring optimal visibility when seated in your standard driving position. The heating function is super practical for defrosting in winter—just turn the knob to the lowest setting. Older manual models might require pushing the mirror glass by hand, but post-2010 versions are mostly electric. This small feature is used daily, and getting it right once makes driving much more comfortable.


