How to Deal with Highlander's Side Mirrors Not Auto-Folding When Locking the Car?
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Hold the door handle and open the door. After opening the door, enter the main driver's cabin. Press the one-touch start button to start the vehicle. Locate the side mirror folding function on the left armrest in the main driver's compartment, click the side mirror folding button to retract the mirrors, and click again to unfold them.
Over the years of driving my Highlander, I've experienced the side mirrors not automatically folding after locking the car several times. The reasons could stem from a few areas. For instance, the setting in the car's menu might have been accidentally turned off. Usually, you can find the auto-folding option in the multifunction buttons near the steering wheel and reactivate it. Additionally, check the fuse box under the hood—there's a specific fuse for the mirrors. If it's blown, try replacing it. If that doesn't work, the mirror's motor might be aging or there could be wiring issues preventing the signal from getting through. I recommend first consulting the user manual to confirm the steps; adjusting the settings and checking the fuses yourself can save a lot of hassle. If you still can't resolve it, take it to a professional repair shop for a diagnostic scan to prevent minor issues from escalating—after all, folding mirrors help prevent bumps when parking on the street. Regularly keeping the car's locking system clean and dry can also help maintain functionality.
