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Side Mirror Question

Old Feb 27, 2004 | 06:22 PM
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Question Side Mirror Question

Hi Everyone, I hope this is not a dumb question.

(On 2003 E500 Sport)
When I put the car in reverse the passenger side mirror adjusts itself, however it moves to a point where all I see is the ground.

I know there is an option to turn that on and off. My old 98 E had the same option but it moves to just the right spot to assist me in reversing.
Does anyone experience the same problem??

Any input will help, thanks!

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Old Feb 27, 2004 | 06:36 PM
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you have to set it up, so it will assist you right, it is in the manual, so when you do put it in reverse, it will perfectly be placed, GL
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Old Feb 27, 2004 | 07:33 PM
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OK, thanks ! I'll check it out tonight.
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Old Feb 27, 2004 | 07:45 PM
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Page 145 of the the manual - Under Controls in Detail look for "setting parking position for exterior rear view mirror"
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Old Feb 27, 2004 | 09:00 PM
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I still wish the Driver's side could be used in this fashion. Sigh....
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Old Feb 27, 2004 | 09:09 PM
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Originally posted by marksatex
I still wish the Driver's side could be used in this fashion. Sigh....
i was actually thinkning of the same thing today, but then i figures that with both mirros down, it would be hard to see nehind you on the side...i dont know though, i think the lexus ls has it, it has that or the chromatic mirros, forgot which one
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Old Feb 28, 2004 | 07:24 AM
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I have a long drive that has a funny bend so it would be helpful to me. I also would like it when backing into parking spaces with the curb on my left side. such as when you park out and away in a large lot- I try to always get one side "curbed" and while totally in the space, I try to slant the car so other doors have a real reach to clip me.
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