2008 BMW M3 Owner's Manual - Page 44
2008 BMW M3 Manual
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Adjustments folded out automatically at a speed of approx. 25 mph/40 km/h. Before entering an automatic car wash, fold in the exterior mirrors by hand or with button 3, to prevent them from being damaged due to the width of the vehicle.< Interior and exterior mirrors*, automatic dimming feature Automatic heating Depending on the outside temperature, both exterior mirrors are heated automatically when the engine is running or the ignition is switched on. Passenger-side mirror tilt function - automatic curb monitor* Activating 1. Push the switch to the position for the driver's-side mirror, arrow 1. The automatic dimming feature of the interior and exterior mirrors* is controlled by two photo cells in the interior rearview mirror. One photo cell is in the mirror frame, see arrow; the other is on the back of the mirror. In order to ensure that the system functions correctly, keep the photo cells clean, do not cover the area between the interior rearview mirror and windshield, and do not affix adhesive labels or stickers of any kind to the windshield directly in front of the mirror. Steering wheel Adjustments 2. Engage reverse gear or transmission position R. The glass of the mirror on the passenger side tilts slightly down. This allows the driver to see the area immediately adjacent to the vehicle, e.g. a curb, when backing into a parking space. Do not adjust the steering wheel position while the car is in motion, otherwise there is a risk of accident due to an unexpected movement.< Deactivating Push the switch to the position for the passenger-side mirror, arrow 2. 1. Fold the lever down. 2. Move the steering wheel to the preferred height and angle to suit your seated position. 3. Swing the lever back up. 42 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG