What is the reason why the Mercedes-Benz C260L rearview mirror does not automatically fold?
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The reason why the Mercedes-Benz C260L rearview mirror does not automatically fold is that the battery is disconnected or dead, or the "fold the rearview mirror when locking the car" setting has been manually folded. You can use the multifunction buttons on the steering wheel to bring up the instrument menu, select "Settings" in the menu, and then enable "Fold the rearview mirror when locking the car". The specific method to set the rearview mirror to fold when locking the car: Use the [Left]/[Right] selection buttons on the left side of the steering wheel to bring up the menu bar, select [Settings]; then use the [Up]/[Down] buttons to select the [Convenience Mode] submenu; press [OK] to confirm, then use the [Up]/[Down] buttons to select the [Fold the rearview mirror when locking the car] function; you will see the [On] or [Off] setting; select [On], then press [OK] to save the setting. The rearview mirror folding function means that the rearview mirrors on both sides of the car can be folded and retracted when necessary. During driving, it is inevitable that some scratches and collisions will occur. As the widest component installed on the vehicle, the rearview mirror is most susceptible to impact in the event of a collision. To minimize scratches, the rearview mirror needs to have a folding function. Rearview mirrors with a folding function can be retracted when passing through narrow sections, improving the car's passability. When the driver leaves the car, the rearview mirrors can also be folded to protect the mirror surface.
As a long-time Mercedes-Benz owner, I have experience with this issue. The non-folding mirrors on a Mercedes C260L are commonly caused by: damaged folding motors, accidentally disabled auto-folding in settings menu, blown fuses, or short circuits. Motors often fail due to frequent use or dust accumulation jamming the mechanism. Check control panel settings - the system may have defaulted back to manual mode. The fuse (located in the engine compartment box) for mirror circuits is prone to blowing, especially after water exposure causing shorts. Aging wiring or loose connectors can also interrupt signals. I recommend first checking settings to restore auto mode, then restarting the vehicle. If unresolved, don't ignore it - this compromises parking safety. Visit a dealership promptly for motor inspection or part replacement. Regular maintenance by cleaning mirror joints to prevent rust can avoid such failures.
