What is the automatic downward tilt of the rearview mirror when reversing?
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Rearview mirror automatic downward tilt when reversing refers to the feature where the right-side rearview mirror automatically adjusts its angle downward when the vehicle is shifted into R gear, helping the driver to see the ground conditions more clearly. The mirror automatically adjusts during reversing to increase visibility and resets to its original position when driving forward, which is a very user-friendly design. To set this feature, shift into reverse gear and hold the driver's seat memory button on the left side until a beep is heard, indicating successful memory. Press the right button on the rearview mirror, and it will automatically tilt downward during reversing. Turn the left rearview mirror adjustment to R, and the right mirror will automatically tilt downward. First, shift into reverse gear, adjust the right rearview mirror to the desired position, and then exit reverse gear to complete the setup.
My car also has this feature where the side mirrors tilt slightly downward when reversing, which is actually a very thoughtful design. Engineers hid small motors in the mirrors that trigger a preset angle when shifting to R gear. It's mainly designed to help you clearly see the distance between the rear wheels and the curb, especially during parallel parking to avoid scratching the rims. Some luxury cars can even sync with seat memory, allowing different drivers to set unique tilt angles. However, the effectiveness diminishes when the lenses get blurry in rainy weather, so remember to keep the mirrors clean. If the mirror gets stuck while tilting back up, don’t force it—try shifting back to P gear first. If that doesn’t work, temporarily disable the feature using the function button.