How to Adjust the Rearview Mirror on the Tiida?
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The method to adjust the rearview mirror on the Tiida is: 1. Locate the rearview mirror adjustment knob near the door handle; 2. Turn the knob left or right to adjust the mirror left or right; 3. Turn the knob up or down to adjust the mirror up or down. Taking the Tiida 2021 model as an example, its body dimensions are: length 4393 mm, width 1766 mm, height 1539 mm, wheelbase 2700 mm, fuel tank capacity 50 liters, and trunk capacity 435 liters. The Tiida 2021 model is equipped with a 1.6L naturally aspirated engine, with a maximum power of 90 kW and a maximum torque of 155 Nm, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.
I've been driving my Tiida for several years, and adjusting the rearview mirrors is really no big deal—just something I do every time before hitting the road. There's a small control panel on the left side of the door with 'L' and 'R' markings for left and right mirrors, plus a round joystick. First, press 'L' to adjust the left mirror, then use the joystick to move it up, down, left, or right. Angle it so you can just see a bit of the rear wheel's outline in the mirror—this minimizes blind spots for safer driving. Never do this while driving; it’s distracting and risky. Wait until parked and seated comfortably. I gently nudge the joystick with my fingers—no need for heavy force to avoid damaging the switch. After adjusting, test your lane-change visibility to ensure no blind spots and clear rearview. If your mirrors have power-folding, hold the button to tuck them in and prevent scrapes, but don’t overuse it. The whole process is quick and effortless—safety first! Building this habit makes driving much more reassuring.
When I first bought the Tiida, I was all thumbs, but later I figured out how to adjust the rearview mirrors. On the driver's side, near the door, there's a control panel with markings for left and right. Select the left side and use the small joystick to slowly adjust the mirror position. The key is to have the mirror cover the road while still showing a bit of the car body for safe lane changes. My first attempt was too inward, and I couldn't see any cars, which was scary. After a few tries, I got the hang of it. It's best to adjust while parked, checking the outside angle as you go. The Tiida's electric design makes it easy and effortless, unlike older cars where you had to manually push the mirror with force. After adjusting, sit upright to check blind spots and ensure no dead angles. Avoid touching the control panel unnecessarily to prevent accidental presses, making maintenance simpler.
