Has anyone had any difficulties with the CM blind spot? I noticed when I test drove the CM, there was a larger blind spot than I'm used to, and I'm slightly worried that I won't get used to it when I get mine.

 

With your side mirrors adjusted properly, that will compensate for what you see as a blind spot. I have a Challenger (with a much bigger blind spot) and had to re-learn how to adjust the mirrors properly so I now have a minimal blind spot. I do the same process on the MCS and have no blind spot.

If you don't know, basically, sitting in the driver seat, lean far to the right (for the right mirror -- your head will about line up with the rear view mirror) and adjust so the sight goes down the side of the car (you barely see the car at this point). For the left, lean head against the window and adjust the mirror to go down the side of the car. When sitting in your normal position, you will now have blind zones covered by the mirror. If you have never used this process before, it takes a few drives to adjust but you will never have a problem with vehicles next to you.

Hope that helps.

 

Recently find out about the Proximo's method and works like a charm It will take little time to "trust" the technique but, after few days I have complete trust without even turning my head

 

Um, please turn your head before changing lanes. Cyclists and motorcycle riders will thank you.

 

+1

 

I have four mirrors on my R1200RT and ALWAYS turn my head before a lane change. If a vehicle behind you has an abnormally high closing speed, they may be beside you in the short time between seeing a clear mirror and executing the lane change.

 

thanks for the "heads-up" about the motorists and cyclists....

 

Thanks so much! This does help. I'll try it out on my current car. But I must admit my current automobile is not very smart, it doesn't have automatic anything, so changing the mirror on the right side is a process. I actually have to get out of the car or have my passenger change it for me. I really can't wait to get rid of it in exchange for my CMS!

 

HERE is a good website that explains the correct mirror adjustment technique based on the field of vision in all three mirrors.

HERE is a YouTube video that, essentially, gets to the same outcome using body position.

HTH,

 

I thought this was a given, but I'll include this next time.

 

+++1

 

The mirror adjustment works great - been using it for quite a while now. Not only is it the safest for day to day driving, but is especially useful if you switch between cars with different pillars and blind spots, or if you rent unfamiliar cars when traveling.

 

I have adjusted my mirrors and y'all are absolutely right. Works wonders! Thanks for the tip!

 

Anyone who has read my 10,000 update thread knows this is one of my biggest complaints about the Countryman. I have set my mirrors the correct way, which does alleviate the blind spot. But that's when I realized my issue isn't with a blind spot - it's with the field of vision being way too small in the driver's side rear view.

I think the problem is that I'm very short (5'2"), so I sit close to the wheel -- and, therefore, close to the mirror. When I move the seat back, the field of vision gets larger. So now I've decided the solution isn't to get a blind spot mirror - it is to get pedal extensions so I can sit farther back.

 

STOP. DO NOT GET PEDAL EXTENSIONS!

IMHO, it can be unsafe to be playing with the pedals and their surfaces. Instead, you need a pair of aspherical side view mirrors. They are available in Europe and can be ordered and shipped here. I have a left hand aspherical left-hand side view mirror on my BMW and it is outstanding.

Check out THIS post.

 

I set my mirrors as described in this thread and VOILA! no blind spot. I've been driving for more decades than I would like to admit and all of them with my mirrors incorrectly adjusted. I guess you really do live and learn! Thanks for the advice in this thread (but I'm still getting used to what seems like an odd view in the side mirrors).

 

yes, please check your blind spots. I almost died in Germany for some guy trusting his mirrors. Mirrors are a must, but nothing ensures your clear like looking for yourself.