Near side mirror "dipping" to far in reverse

BudgieUK · 08-08-2018, 12:56 PM

Hi all,
I have just got a new G31 after driving the older style 520d for a couple of years. The new car is so much better than its predecessor, but I have a question.
When I select reverse, the near side mirror dips to allow me to see the kerb (I know it's a configurable option). However, the mirror in the new car seems to dip far lower than in the previous car... and often means that I need to cancel the feature (with the mirror selection switch) so that I can see further back as I reverse, before re-enabling it when I have nearly completed the manoeuvre.
Is there any adjustment for how far the mirror dips?

DBO · 08-08-2018, 04:26 PM

Why they didn't allow for user adjustment defies logic. It's a design oversight for sure. Good for kerb avoidance but useless for parking. I recall seeing a thread where guys were discussing some adjustment via coding, not sure how easy that is though.

ADS-UK · 08-08-2018, 05:28 PM

I reckon majority of G30/31s got cameras. Thus dipping the mirror properly to see the curb works well for me.

BudgieUK · 08-09-2018, 03:43 AM

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Originally Posted by ADS-UK

I reckon majority of G30/31s got cameras. Thus dipping the mirror properly to see the curb works well for me.

Good point, but I guess the car 'knows' if there is a reversing camera, and should compensate if there isn't... yeh I know ... I can dream

vanilepuding · 08-09-2018, 10:54 AM

Is the g30 even available without reversing cam ?

BudgieUK · 08-09-2018, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by vanilepuding

Is the g30 even available without reversing cam ?

I have a G31 and it has no reversing cam.

en1gma · 08-10-2018, 04:29 PM

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Originally Posted by vanilepuding

Is the g30 even available without reversing cam ?

In the UK, reversing camera is an option - either by itself or as part of the 'comfort access' pack.

I too have issues with the passenger side mirror dipping far too low (in my opinion) when reversing. Will explore if possible to do via BimmerCode when I get a spare moment (I have an OBD module plus the relevant app, but not sure if possible this way - as opposed to 'proper' coding via ESys. I recall something about HEX values to determine the angle it lowers by... )

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BudgieUK Private 38 Rep 86 Posts Drives: BMW 520d M-Sport Touring Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Coventry iTrader: (0)	Near side mirror "dipping" to far in reverse Hi all, I have just got a new G31 after driving the older style 520d for a couple of years. The new car is so much better than its predecessor, but I have a question. When I select reverse, the near side mirror dips to allow me to see the kerb (I know it's a configurable option). However, the mirror in the new car seems to dip far lower than in the previous car... and often means that I need to cancel the feature (with the mirror selection switch) so that I can see further back as I reverse, before re-enabling it when I have nearly completed the manoeuvre. Is there any adjustment for how far the mirror dips?
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DBO First Lieutenant 159 Rep 324 Posts Drives: G30 540i SDrive (MPPSK+Mods) Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Brisvegas AU iTrader: (0)	Why they didn't allow for user adjustment defies logic. It's a design oversight for sure. Good for kerb avoidance but useless for parking. I recall seeing a thread where guys were discussing some adjustment via coding, not sure how easy that is though.
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