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If it's blacking-out then it's possible it's a wiring issue. If it's bluing-out or you're getting weird lines then chances are the cam is shot. If it's not coming on when you shift to reverse then it's most likely a problem with the backup lamp circuit.
About one in ten times I use it I get eitherVStar650CL wrote: ↑Sat Jun 18, 2022 10:11 amIf it's blacking-out then it's possible it's a wiring issue. If it's bluing-out or you're getting weird lines then chances are the cam is shot. If it's not coming on when you shift to reverse then it's most likely a problem with the backup lamp circuit.
Great first post!R51Red wrote: ↑Sun Jul 31, 2022 6:10 amI added one like this https://www.amazon.com/Waterproof-Rever ... =8-15&th=1, in conjunction with a Pioneer head unit, about 2 years ago. I'm fairly happy with it. The implementation is not as slick as what you have on a modern car where the backup cam is more integrated (like the proximity alarm, etc), but it's better than having no cam at all.
I come from the past, so I still primarily look over my shoulder when I am backing up, but I do glance at it sometimes. What it is best for is when you are trying to back up to a trailer and you don't have a spotter to talk you in.
It was kind of a pain to run the wire through the hatch and the rest of the car, but I ended up with a good installation. I hope it never quits, because I don't feel like doing that job again.
Fyi rockauto carry Dorman replacement cameras that look like they plug and play direct replacement (2012 V6 is a Dorman 590694).