To get your Tesla Model Y 2026 mirrors to close automatically when locked, you have several options:
Primary Method: Mirror Auto Fold
- On the touchscreen, go to Controls > Mirrors (or Controls > Quick Controls > Mirrors)
- Turn on Mirror Auto Foldtesla.com +1
This makes the mirrors fold automatically every time you exit and lock your car, and they'll unfold when you unlock it.tesla.com +1
Walk-Away Lock Integration
If you use Walk-Away Door Lock (where the car locks when you walk away with your phone key or key fob), the mirrors will fold automatically when the car locks, as long as Mirror Auto Fold is enabled.tesla.com +1
You can also toggle Fold Mirrors within the Walk-Away Lock settings (Controls > Locks > Walk-Away Door Lock).tesla.com
Location-Based Auto-Fold (Optional)
For specific locations like a narrow garage, you can set mirrors to fold automatically when you arrive:
- Drive to the location and stop (or drive slower than 3 mph / 5 km/h)
- Tap Controls > Fold Mirrors
- Tap Save Location when the prompt appearsyoutube.com
The mirrors will now fold whenever you reach this GPS location and unfold when you leave.tesla.com +1
Important Considerations
Cold Weather: Turn off Mirror Auto Fold if you expect ice buildup (Controls > Mirrors > Mirror Auto Fold > Off). Ice can prevent the actuators from moving and potentially cause damage.tesla.com +1
Manual Control:
- You can manually fold/unfold mirrors through the Controls menu anytime you're driving below 31 mph (50 km/h)tesloid.com
- You can also control them remotely via the Tesla mobile app under Controlsyoutube.com
- Mirrors automatically unfold once you exceed 31 mph for safetytesloid.com
Troubleshooting
If mirrors aren't folding despite Mirror Auto Fold being enabled: