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Originally Posted by bluedog925
Hi - I was thinking about coding my F32 to automatically fold/unfold the mirrors when I lock/unlock the doors, but I was curious if anybody knows how many fold/unfold cycles the mirror motors are rated for? I'd estimate that I'd incur ~2000 lock+unlock cycles per year, and as a reference point, I've had my E46 for 15 years and counting, so I'd want the motors to endure ~30,000 lock+unlock cycles during their lifetimes.
Thanks in advance for any insights!
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Mirror Folding is standard in other markets, and BMW AG does not seem to be concerned about the Longevity of the Motors, although their concerns likley never run longer than the warranty period of 4 years at most.
Personally, I wouldn't worry about it. A car held that long will need mechanical repairs. If it is not the Mirrors, it will be something else.