How to Turn Off the BMW Rearview Mirror Tilt Function?
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To activate the rearview mirror tilt function, move the adjustment switch to the left; to deactivate it, move the switch to the right. Below is some information about the BMW rearview mirror tilt feature: 1. Purpose of the BMW Rearview Mirror Tilt: It helps drivers better see the position of the rear wheels while reversing, preventing accidents caused by poor visibility. 2. Ideal for Beginners: This feature is particularly beneficial for novice drivers or those with less mature driving skills. It allows them to see the parking lines on the ground during reversing and helps prevent the rear wheels from leaving the roadbed when giving way in narrow lanes.
I recently bought a BMW, and at first, the rearview mirror would always tilt down automatically when reversing, which was quite annoying. Later, I figured out how to turn it off—it's actually pretty simple. First, get in the car and start the engine, but don't drive off. Then, on the central control screen, find the 'Vehicle Information' menu, tap into Settings, and go to the 'Lights and Mirrors' option. There should be a toggle for 'Automatic Rearview Mirror Tilt When Reversing'—just turn it off, and you're done. If your car has the newer iDrive system, the path might be slightly different, like swiping to the driver assistance settings from the main interface. After turning it off, I felt the visibility was much more stable, and I no longer had to worry about getting distracted by looking at the ground while reversing. Honestly, this feature was originally meant to help you see the curb better, but it becomes a bit redundant if you drive on mountain roads often. I'd suggest trying to manually adjust and save the mirror position—that gives you more freedom. Next time you go for an oil change, you might as well ask the 4S shop technician—they know more little tricks.
