Get Mirrors -> Outside mirrors Guide for Volkswagen Tiguan 4 Door First Generation (2007-2016)

The self-dimming feature can be switched on and off with the switch on the inside mirror (2). When

self-dimming is activated, the indicator light (1) is on.

If the ignition is switched on, the sensor (3) automatically darkens the inside mirror depending on the

amount of light shining into the vehicle from the rear.

The self-dimming feature is deactivated when you shift the transmission into Reverse (R) or switch on

the interior lights or the reading light.

Do not attach external navigation devices to the windshield or in the vicinity of the self-dimming inside

mirror ⇒ꢀ

WARNING

The illuminated display on an external navigation device can cause the self-dimming inside

mirror to malfunction, which can result in crashes and serious injuries.

ꢀ Malfunctions in the self-dimming function can result in the rearview mirror being unable to

evaluate the exact distance of vehicles in the rear or other objects.

If the light striking the sensor is filtered or blocked (such as by a sunshade), the self-dimming

inside mirror will not work properly or may not work at all.

Outside mirrors

Fig. 98 In the driver door: Adjusting knob for outside mirrors.

ꢀ Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS

Turn the knob ⇒ꢀfig. 98 to adjust the outside mirrors.

Turn the rotary knob to the desired position:

Switch on outside mirror heating. Heats only at outside air

temperatures below +68 °F (+20 °C).

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Adjust the left outside mirror by pressing the knob to left/right

and up/down.

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Turn the rotary knob to the desired position:

Adjust the right outside mirror by pressing the knob to left/right

and up/down.

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Neutral position. Outside mirror folded out, no heating or

adjustment possible.

Synchronous mirror adjustment

In the Settings - Conveniencemenu select “Mirror adjust: Both mirrors” for synchronous

outside mirror adjustment

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Turn the adjusting knob to the L position.

Adjust the left outside mirror. The right (passenger) outside mirror will automatically adjust at the

same time.

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If needed, correct the position of the right mirror by turning the adjusting knob to the R position.

Self-dimming outside mirror on the driver side

The self-dimming outside mirror is controlled together with the self-dimming inside mirror ⇒ꢀ Inside

mirror.

Memory for front passenger side mirror (when backing up)

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Choose the remote control vehicle key that will be used with the settings about to be made.

Unlock the vehicle with that remote control vehicle key.

Set the parking brake.

Shift the transmission into Neutral (N).

Switch on the ignition.

Activate the function Mirror downin the Settings - Conveniencemenu.

Shift the transmission into Reverse (R).

Adjust the passenger outside mirror for a clear view of the curb, for example.

The adjusted mirror position is automatically stored and assigned to the vehicle key used to unlock

the vehicle. The preselected position will be recalled when the key assigned to that mirror adjustment

position is used again.

Recalling passenger side mirror settings

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Turn the adjusting knob for the side mirrors to the R position.

Shift the transmission into Reverse (R) gear with the ignition switched on.

The mirror moves back to the regular position when the vehicle moves forwards faster than about

10 mph (15 km/h) or the adjusting knob is turned to the O or L position.

WARNING

Improper use of the folding outside mirrors can cause personal injury.

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Always make sure that nobody is in the way when folding the mirrors in or out.

Make sure that you do not get your finger caught between the mirror and the mirror base

when moving the mirrors.

WARNING

Incorrectly estimating distances with the right outside mirror can cause collisions and

serious injury.

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The right outside mirror has a convex (curved) surface. This widens your field of vision.

But vehicles or other objects seen in a convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than

they really are.

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If you use the right outside mirror to judge distances from vehicles behind you when

changing lanes, you could estimate incorrectly and cause a crash and serious injuries.

Whenever possible, use the inside mirror to more accurately judge distance and size of

vehicles or other objects seen in the convex mirror.

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Always make sure you have a clear view to the rear of the vehicle.

NOTICE

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Always fold in the outside mirrors when taking the vehicle through an automatic car wash.

Never fold power mirrors in manually because doing so could damage the electrical drive.

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To reduce fuel consumption, use outside mirror heating only when needed.

When first switched on, outside mirror heating works with maximum heat for about 2 minutes.

If power mirror adjustment does not work, the outside mirrors can be adjusted by hand by

pressing on the edges of the mirror surface.

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