How to Fold the Side Mirrors on the Atenza?

[DeSpencer]

The electric folding switch for the Atenza's side mirrors is located near the driver's side power window control area. The driver can fold the mirrors from inside the vehicle, and they will automatically unfold when the vehicle is started. More details are as follows: 1. As the widest component installed on a vehicle, side mirrors are most susceptible to impact in the event of a sideswipe. To minimize scratches, side mirrors need to have a folding function. 2. Foldable side mirrors can retract when passing through narrow sections, improving the vehicle's maneuverability. When the driver leaves the vehicle, the mirrors can also be folded, protecting the mirror surface, reducing parking space requirements, and effectively avoiding scrapes. 3. In most cases, the side mirror folding button is located in the electric switch area on the driver's side door, but some models are exceptions, such as those with the control in the gearshift base area. 4. Nowadays, mid-range and high-end vehicles generally feature foldable side mirrors. The folding function comes in two types: manual and electric. Manual folding requires the driver to reach outside the window or exit the vehicle to fold the mirrors, which is inconvenient and unsafe. This type is now rare. 5. The other type is electric folding, which is more common. Its advantage is that the driver can fold the mirrors from inside the vehicle, and they will automatically unfold when the vehicle is started. This feature is particularly useful for roadside parking in large cities, as folded mirrors save significant space and prevent the vehicle from suffering 'broken ear' damage.

[KhloeAnn]

Every time I pass through narrow roads, I fold the Mazda6's rearview mirrors, and the operation is extremely simple. Just locate the mirror adjustment knob on the driver's door panel—the round one marked with L/R. Rotate it clockwise all the way until you hear a 'click' sound, and both mirrors will fold in simultaneously. Be careful not to rotate it more than 90 degrees, or it will switch to adjusting the mirror angle instead. After folding, remember to turn the knob back to the middle position so the mirrors will automatically unfold the next time you start the car. I also fold them before car washes to prevent damage from the machine.

[CoreyLynn]

As a frequent driver in old urban areas, I find the power-folding feature most practical. On the control panel to the left of the driver's seat, there's a lever with a mirror symbol. Push it down and hold for about 3 seconds, and both mirrors fold in neatly like butterfly wings. This feature is a lifesaver in mechanical parking spaces—last time I parked in a multi-level garage, it saved my mirrors from getting scratched. If you want them to fold automatically when locking the car, you can enable this in the vehicle settings under Comfort Functions via the central control screen.

[Reed]

One morning, I found the power-folding function wasn't working, but figured out a manual folding method: stand outside the car door, grip the edge of the mirror housing (avoid touching the glass), and gently push toward the front of the vehicle with some force. The Mazda6's mirror base is designed quite sturdy and can withstand moderate pressure, but never attempt to force it vertically. This folding technique works well for emergencies, and car wash attendants often use it too. However, frequent manual operation may loosen the pivot mechanism over time. Once the power function is restored, it's recommended to use the automatic mode more often.