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Old 01-05-2007, 12:02 PM
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Default Do side mirrors fold?

I am so sorry for the stupid question. However, I could not find the answer from the search function or the manual. Can I fold side mirrors?

I tried exerting some force, but there is a bit of resistance. I just do not want to break them if they are not supposed to be folded.

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Old 01-05-2007, 12:07 PM
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Edit: deleted erroneous info.
Old 01-05-2007, 12:08 PM
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YES, they do fold in.
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Old 01-05-2007, 12:09 PM
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Thank you for the fast reply!
Old 01-06-2007, 10:21 AM
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Hi, yep they do and thanx to CAHRERA for the super and timely pix!

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Old 01-06-2007, 11:28 AM
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Keep in mind that he forward fold is better because there is a "detent" in this position that lessens the load on the spring. When you fold them backwards they touch the window without reaching the detent.
Old 01-07-2007, 02:49 AM
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You learn something every day they say.
Today I learnt something about my car. Nice touch. I thought only Nissans did that trick.
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Most all cars have folding mirrors, as it is required by gov't regulation.
Old 01-07-2007, 09:59 AM
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All cars should have folding mirrors. My wife wiped off the passenger mirror of her Camry at the garage door opening on four occasions. Her new Charger has so far avoided the same fate.
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Originally Posted by CAHRERA
YES, they do fold in.
Hey Scott,
Can you post up a pic of your tri-color door panels?
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They fold in for pedestrian safety, just as hood ornaments like the M-B star must be able to fold and are spring mounted. That way, as you mow down a pedestrian and crunch some bones, ligaments and vital organs, you don't scratch him with the ornament.
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Originally Posted by Blue Ocean
Hey Scott,
Can you post up a pic of your tri-color door panels?
Jeff,

Is this what you're looking for?
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Originally Posted by CAHRERA
Jeff,

Is this what you're looking for?
Nice!
Are those CF door pulls? If not, you need 'em!



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