07-10-2016, 06:15 PM | #1 |
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Turn signal questions
1. Is there anyway to turn off the blinker lights on the side view mirrors for the turn signal? I find this very distracting.
2. Is there anyway for the turn signal to disengage automatically after X number of blinks for quick lane changes? I had this on my 07 328, can't believe my 335 doesn't have it. I have to manually shut it off every time? |
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As for the turn signal mirror--I don't ever remember an iDrive setting for that--it's a safety feature. |
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This. I've avoided many a collision because the driver wasn't checking their blindspot and suddenly decided to switch lanes.
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07-11-2016, 01:38 AM | #10 | |
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I didn't disable the mirror turn signal just saying can be done. |
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07-11-2016, 08:53 AM | #11 |
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I find it distracting too. On the F10 5 series, even though the signal repeater is in the same spot on the mirror, they designed it so you can't see it at all from the driver's seat. I don't know why it's not the same on all BMWs. You can't turn it off, better safe than sorry though.
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Tape it and code it...
I have it coded for only 1 blink, because thats how fast i change lanes... Set your mirrors right and you will eliminate most of the blind spot... Thats how you can prolong your turn signal bulb life... |
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07-11-2016, 11:49 AM | #17 |
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Wow, that's putting a lot on other drivers. One blink = one finger, guess which one.
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07-11-2016, 12:39 PM | #18 |
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I agree and if I didn't go back and forth between the two cars and was able to get used to it as a constant, it wouldn't bother me at all.
I use my turn signals religiously, and the way you're supposed to - AFTER I've looked to make sure it's clear THEN I put the directional on to let people know I've looked, seen it's clear and I am coming over (not looking for "permission" to be let in), so when I see the light, it makes me think there's a car I didn't see. It's not a big deal though, for now though I prefer the 5 where it's there but I can't see it. That may change with some miles on my 4.
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Good job being a dick. Way to embrace the Douchebag BMW Owner stereotype.
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Seriously though, I had a Golf where it was a bit distracting, I just cut some little squares with electrical tape and covered most of the light. Problems solved. There are also these sticker sets on Amazon called dim-its that are handy for lights that are too bright. I used them on my radar detector power cord and the lock button in my Porsches that is ill designed to reflect off the windsheild at night. I think I am used to it now as I don't find it distracting on my wagon. B. Last edited by bueller; 07-12-2016 at 12:54 AM.. |
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