How to set the rearview mirror of BMW 525?
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BMW 525 rearview mirror tilt-down setting method is as follows: 1. The rearview mirror adjustment switch is next to the window lift and can be moved left or right. 2. The rearview mirror adjustment switch is turned to the left to turn on and to the right to turn off. The following is the setting method for the automatic tilt-down steps of BMW left and right rearview mirrors: 1. Start the engine and confirm that the rearview mirror adjustment switch is on the "left side". 2. The correct seat memory setting function must be available. 3. Call the seat memory and return the right mirror to the memory position. 4. Turn the rearview mirror adjustment switch to the "right side". 5. Shift to R gear and manually adjust the right rearview mirror to the "tilt-down position" you need. 6. Shift back to N gear and turn the rearview mirror adjustment switch back to the left. 7. Shift to R gear again for testing, and the right rearview mirror will also tilt down to the position you just adjusted. Then shift back to D/N/P gear, and the right rearview mirror will correctly return to the memory position.
After purchasing the BMW 525, the first thing I did was set up the rearview mirrors. You sit in the driver's seat and adjust the seat position first, so that the mirror settings are accurate. Then, locate those small buttons on the door—there's a four-way control knob on the left door handle for adjusting the left-right angle; push up or down to adjust the height. Remember, adjust the mirrors so you can just see the blind spots behind the car without blocking too much of your view. I used a mobile app to measure the blind spots, and with this setup, reversing has been particularly smooth. BMW mirrors are anti-glare, so don't worry about bright light. Regularly check if the mirrors are loose—safe driving is crucial, and I clean the glass surface every time I wash the car.
Having driven for 20 years, especially in a BMW 525, I often see newcomers struggling with rearview mirror adjustment. The steps are: after starting the car, first adjust the seat to a comfortable position, then use the small joystick on the door to operate the mirror—move it left or right to control the direction, and up or down to adjust the height. The key is to set it so you can directly see the tires and surrounding objects when reversing, avoiding blind spot accidents. I also prefer setting the memory function; press the M button on the iDrive system to save the position for one-touch restoration later. Don’t forget to check the heating function—frost in winter can be confusing. Safety first; clear rearview mirrors make the road much easier to navigate.
