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Model specific boards => Golf mk7 => Topic started by: jrc193 on 26 August 2013, 13:49

Title: Folding wing mirrors
Post by: jrc193 on 26 August 2013, 13:49
I'm not sure if this question has been asked before but does anyone know if the the GTI has electrically folding wing mirrors please?
Title: Re: Folding wing mirrors
Post by: Davejavue on 26 August 2013, 13:57
I'm not sure if this question has been asked before but does anyone know if the the GTI has electrically folding wing mirrors please?
Yes automatic too - they fold in when u lock car
Title: Re: Folding wing mirrors
Post by: Gryzor on 26 August 2013, 15:01
Do they unfold when you unlock the car, and then fold when you lock the car?  This is how I'd expect them to behave, but I'm sure I've read that they fold and unfold in relation to the ignition, not the locking.
Title: Re: Folding wing mirrors
Post by: JoeGTI on 26 August 2013, 15:02
Do they unfold when you unlock the car, and then fold when you lock the car?  This is how I'd expect them to behave, but I'm sure I've read that they fold and unfold in relation to the ignition, not the locking.

They unfold on ignition start.

It can all be disabled via the media system.
Title: Re: Folding wing mirrors
Post by: Gryzor on 26 August 2013, 15:07
So they unfold on ignition start, and fold on locking?  Not quite how I would have programmed things if that's the case.  I'll be leaving it all enabled, but it makes more sense to me to have them unfold on unlocking the car, but it's a minor thing!
Title: Re: Folding wing mirrors
Post by: JoeGTI on 26 August 2013, 16:02
So they unfold on ignition start, and fold on locking?  Not quite how I would have programmed things if that's the case.  I'll be leaving it all enabled, but it makes more sense to me to have them unfold on unlocking the car, but it's a minor thing!

Possibly... but then consider the scenario where you pop out to the car to get something (without intending to drive anywhere) and the mirrors unfold when you unlock! It would seem pointless that they'd unfold unless you're actually getting in and driving off...

I've seen it on some cars where there's a separate button on the keyfob for unfolding mirrors.
Title: Re: Folding wing mirrors
Post by: CraigW on 26 August 2013, 16:30
Pain in the arse for washing the car mind you. I find I have to start the ignition to unfold the wing mirrors to then be able to wash them properly
Title: Re: Folding wing mirrors
Post by: JJH on 26 August 2013, 16:30
So they unfold on ignition start, and fold on locking?  Not quite how I would have programmed things if that's the case.  I'll be leaving it all enabled, but it makes more sense to me to have them unfold on unlocking the car, but it's a minor thing!

Possibly... but then consider the scenario where you pop out to the car to get something (without intending to drive anywhere) and the mirrors unfold when you unlock! It would seem pointless that they'd unfold unless you're actually getting in and driving off...

I've seen it on some cars where there's a separate button on the keyfob for unfolding mirrors.
out of interest, which cars have that?
Title: Re: Folding wing mirrors
Post by: Gryzor on 26 August 2013, 16:38
Possibly... but then consider the scenario where you pop out to the car to get something (without intending to drive anywhere) and the mirrors unfold when you unlock! It would seem pointless that they'd unfold unless you're actually getting in and driving off...

I sense a bit of deja vu with this topic, and my reply remains the same - what does it matter if they folded and unfolded if I popped out to just get something?  It takes no effort or thought on my part, and isn't going to harm the car!


Pain in the arse for washing the car mind you. I find I have to start the ignition to unfold the wing mirrors to then be able to wash them properly

Yup, I made that point before, although with keyless, I am assuming that I'd just be able to open the car and press the button on the inside of the door to open the mirrors manually?

Ah well, I guess when discussions get as pedantic as this, there can't be much else up with the car!  :grin:
Title: Re: Folding wing mirrors
Post by: SA-GTI on 26 August 2013, 16:46
My GTI does not do this, it doesn't even dip the mirrors when I engage reverse.
Title: Re: Folding wing mirrors
Post by: JoeGTI on 26 August 2013, 16:56
On the car washing thing, yes, that is a pain!

Something else that annoyed me while washing... I usually have the radio on when washing the car. With this car, if I open the drivers door, the radio switches off! It's obviously assuming I'm getting out of the car after parking up... whereas in reality I'm already out of the car, I'm just opening the door to wipe the sills or something. In order to avoid this, I needed to leave the ignition on... but then I get a warning bong every time I open the door!

The car I saw the button on the keyfob... I think it was a Volvo.
Title: Re: Folding wing mirrors
Post by: CraigW on 26 August 2013, 17:00
On the car washing thing, yes, that is a pain!

Something else that annoyed me while washing... I usually have the radio on when washing the car. With this car, if I open the drivers door, the radio switches off! It's obviously assuming I'm getting out of the car after parking up... whereas in reality I'm already out of the car, I'm just opening the door to wipe the sills or something. In order to avoid this, I needed to leave the ignition on... but then I get a warning bong every time I open the door!

The car I saw the button on the keyfob... I think it was a Volvo.

Joe I was just thinking the exact same thing. Like you I enjoy having the radio on when washing the car and it is a nuisance that opening the door switches the radio off
Title: Re: Folding wing mirrors
Post by: Bill_the_Bear on 26 August 2013, 21:02
Possibly... but then consider the scenario where you pop out to the car to get something (without intending to drive anywhere) and the mirrors unfold when you unlock! It would seem pointless that they'd unfold unless you're actually getting in and driving off...

My car does this.  It's not remotely a problem.  On the contrary it's reassuring as each time you lock and unlock it confirms the car is or was locked.

Fold on ignition is silly :rolleyes: