2006 BMW 6 Series Owner's Manual - Page 54
2006 BMW 6 Series Manual
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Automatic functions > Both exterior mirrors are automatically heated when the engine is running or the ignition is switched on. > When the vehicle is moving forward, the interior and exterior mirrors dim as a function of the incoming light. 2. Engage reverse gear or selector lever position R. The mirror glass tilts downward somewhat on the passenger's side. This allows the driver to see the area immediately adjacent to the vehicle - such as a curb - when parking, etc. Deactivating Slide switch into the passenger side mirror position, arrow 2. Adjustments The interior mirror is provided with two photocells to control its automatic dimming function. One is integrated into the mirror glass, refer to arrow, while the other is located at a position slightly offset from this on the back of the mirror housing. For trouble-free operation, keep the photocells clean and do not cover the area between the interior rearview mirror and the windshield. Also do not attach stickers to the windshield in front of the mirror. Do not adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving. There is a risk of accident as the result of unexpected movement.< Tilting down passenger-side mirror automatic parking function Activating 1. Slide switch into the driver's side mirror position, arrow 1. The steering wheel can be adjusted in four directions. Storing the steering-wheel position, refer to Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory, page 49. Electric steering wheel lock The steering wheel locks or unlocks automatically when the remote control is removed or inserted, refer to page 58. To make it easier to enter and exit the vehicle, the steering wheel temporarily moves into the uppermost position. 53 Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW AG Reference Mobility Easy entry/exit Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Steering wheel Controls At a glance