rear view camera retrofit

kubax86 · 08-17-2022, 04:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Topcat111

hi there. i've just finished retrofiting a reverse camera on a g31. now it's just coding left. Can you please help. Thank you

Contact me through email/webstore, cause you don't have enough posts to send PM. Done it at least 20 times

themac · 08-17-2022, 08:46 AM

Hello Everyone!
Kinda new here, happy to be a part of this community.

Just have a question about coding the reverse cam. Do I need an ICOM device (such as ICOM Next), or can it be done via ENET cable as well?

Also, if anyone could help me with the coding (530e 2019, NBT Evo P, G30), it would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks a million.

kubax86 · 08-18-2022, 03:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by themac

Hello Everyone!
Kinda new here, happy to be a part of this community.

Just have a question about coding the reverse cam. Do I need an ICOM device (such as ICOM Next), or can it be done via ENET cable as well?

Also, if anyone could help me with the coding (530e 2019, NBT Evo P, G30), it would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks a million.

ENET cable is enough.
Drop me VIN to my PM or mail.

Winnepooh86 · 08-19-2022, 02:59 AM

Hello everyone,

I m also planing to retrofit the rear view camera.
The BMW tools say I need a camera with part number 66557942742.
I know I need an Icam2-r. In eBay there are a lot of Icam2-r with different part number.

Does someone know if I can use every type of Icam2-r?

I have esys but only some skills

. I can add VO 3AG and inject a CAFD.

Thanks a lot

kubax86 · 08-20-2022, 06:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Winnepooh86

Hello everyone,

I m also planing to retrofit the rear view camera.
The BMW tools say I need a camera with part number 66557942742.
I know I need an Icam2-r. In eBay there are a lot of Icam2-r with different part number.

Does someone know if I can use every type of Icam2-r?

I have esys but only some skills

. I can add VO 3AG and inject a CAFD.

Thanks a lot

any icam2-r is fine

larrybml · 09-04-2022, 03:13 PM

Hello, I have a question if someone cand and want to help me. I just installed an rearview camera on an G30 , after fitting ethernet switch and everything was coded, when I put car in reverse I can see pdc but rear camera is grayed out and no image, only gray frame. Car is green in ISTA and all modules are coded with 3AG. Anyone can help me with this please?

Winnepooh86 · 09-30-2022, 04:44 AM

Hello everyone,

Is it really necessary to disconnect the battery?
Will some control units be blockt when I pull the 2 plugs for Ethernet on the BDC unit? Or only a lot of errors that can easily be deleted with ista?

Thanks a lot

andisol · 10-01-2022, 12:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kubax86

any icam2-r is fine

Hello,

would a icam2-s also work? There a few used ones available.
Or has it to be a icam2-r?
Thanks a lot.

Greetings from germany

mrgicm · 10-01-2022, 07:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by andisol

Hello,

would a icam2-s also work? There a few used ones available.
Or has it to be a icam2-r?
Thanks a lot.

Greetings from germany

Icam2-S is only for Surround view, if you only have Rear view Camera you need ICAM2-R

benos · 01-23-2023, 06:14 AM

Hi.

The threads a little old now but hoping someone around can help me code the reverse camera to the car. I'm using esys with bimmerutility. It's been years since I've messed around with coding. I'm just staring blankly at Esys and Bimmerutility.

All of the hardware is connected - just need some guidance on the coding, for example how to add 3AG and if any other modules then need altering? I've searched all of the cheat codes on bimmerutility but cant find anything relating to the camera. Also I've had Carplay activated by remote coding and dont want to do anything that might break that.

Thanks, Ben.

benos · 01-23-2023, 11:13 AM

Ok, I’ve successfully added 3AG. I’ve now got the camera icon, along with a few others on the reverse screen but no camera image. Just the normal car icon and PDC markers.

larry_bml · 01-24-2023, 12:48 PM

Witch modules of the car have you code with new fa?
Dis you code also ACSM? I heard that needs to be coded also.

kubax86 · 01-28-2023, 02:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by benos

Ok, I’ve successfully added 3AG. I’ve now got the camera icon, along with a few others on the reverse screen but no camera image. Just the normal car icon and PDC markers.

Need to code:
Headunit (HU_NBT2/HU_MGU), ACSM5, ICAM, USS (PDC module), BDC_BODY2/3

Marodon · 01-30-2023, 05:03 PM

Hi Benos,

You are very close, have a look at my post back a page, I have put up a picture like you have when I got mine working.
I followed Sasquartch's post Number 36 on this thread. He details the 3 modules you need to code.

My post is Number 54 (each post is numbered in top right corner).
I got some error messages as Sasquartch mentiond but mine disappeared once I restarted the car and as I said in my post a legit service message stayed which was fine.

benos · 02-07-2023, 12:53 PM

Thanks for the advice guys.

Looking at what you’ve suggested and speaking with Sasquartch it looks like I’ll need to revisit my wiring. I did wire according to the amended oem instructions but I had a little trouble with the DuPont pin connectors - could not get them seated correctly or at least far enough in to click the little metal tabs. I’m trying to source some more then I’ll rewire the 3 cables into the BDC. Reason being is I’m not showing the ICAM4 module to code.

My understanding is that the module is the camera itself, so if it’s not wired correctly then it won’t show. I’ve coded all other ecu’s, except the DME or those not showing a new CADF file. I’ll keep you posted.

Marodon · 02-07-2023, 04:32 PM

Benos, what you say about the 3 cables not "clicking" in far enough rings a bell with me.
I ordered the fitting kit (66212450878) from https://www.hubauer-shop.de and came to the conclusion that the connectors at the end of those 3 wires were too long by a couple of mm's.
I felt that the locking clip on that metal insert was back too far (remember thinking I would be screwed if I broke the connector from pushing so hard).
I put a piece of imalgamating tape between the 2 pins that are side by side - that was incase the couple of mm's sticking out of the connector ever contacted each other and all worked fine.
Imalgamating tape is like a softer insulating tape.
Probably me just been ultra cautious!!

From experience I would recheck the easiest wiring connections first, by that I mean the camera wiring in the boot. Just double check that first.
I used the fitting instructions (revised PDF) as I have attached in post 52 here.

Trust me, I wouldn't doubt any advice from Sasquartch - go with that for sure but it's just that with me the 3 connectors didn't click in all the way in the BDC connector also.

Good Luck!!

benos · 02-08-2023, 04:04 AM

Marodon, thanks for that. Everything you’ve described is what happened to me. The pins felt like they were in as far as they would go but they were still not seated correctly. They weren’t loose and stayed put, so I just went with it, in the absence of new connector pins. I have some insulating tape so I’ll use that as well when I re-pin the wires.

Yes, I’ll try the wires in the boot first as the other thing that could cause issues is the splicing block that came with the oem kit. I’ll check it’s sending power to the camera then work my way forward. It’s reassuring that others have faced the same issues and overcome them, so thanks again.

benzopiren · 03-28-2023, 01:37 PM

good morning, if I don't have the ICAM4, KAFAS module, can I mount the camera? should i buy these modules? where to connect them? Is there anything that can be done or should I forget about the reversing camera?

Bestbmwmini · 03-29-2023, 07:21 AM

hi l have bmw repair shop in Turkey so l always have customer. can we instal rear camere if yes please reply

BLACKBIRDSR71 · 04-14-2023, 07:27 AM

Hi all,

A few questions for those who've done this:

- Does the retrofit kit come with the wires already crimped?

- I see a few of you have mentioned about the connector pins not being the right size (too big?) for the sockets? Does the retrofit kit still work with these bigger pins, or does it need rewired with smaller connectors?

- G31 owners... how was the process for the touring? Any added complications? I'd like to do this myself if I can, but if it's going to be stress fest, then I'll get someone else to do it.

fanaticbmw · 05-27-2023, 04:11 PM

Hello,I have new kit retrofit + new rear camera for g30 /31. G20/G21 ,G01 only with 609 ,evo id6 or MGU.
With enet cable coding remote.
300 euro +shipp.

my1cd · 07-23-2023, 03:02 PM

Hi there, long story short.
G30 without rear camera.

All wires were installed according to the instruction (3 ethernets, power, ground). All were checked twice (signals, etc.)

But Esys and ISTA didn't see the Icam2 or TRVCS during the system check.

Maybe someone can give some advice how to check camera itself or any ideas where the problem can be.

Thanks in advance.

08-17-2022, 08:46 AM	#68
themac Registered 0 Rep 2 Posts Drives: 530e XDrive MSport Join Date: Aug 2022 Location: Ireland iTrader: (0)	Hello Everyone! Kinda new here, happy to be a part of this community. Just have a question about coding the reverse cam. Do I need an ICOM device (such as ICOM Next), or can it be done via ENET cable as well? Also, if anyone could help me with the coding (530e 2019, NBT Evo P, G30), it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks a million.
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Winnepooh86 Registered 0 Rep 2 Posts Drives: G31 Join Date: Aug 2022 Location: Germany iTrader: (0)	Hello everyone, I m also planing to retrofit the rear view camera. The BMW tools say I need a camera with part number 66557942742. I know I need an Icam2-r. In eBay there are a lot of Icam2-r with different part number. Does someone know if I can use every type of Icam2-r? I have esys but only some skills . I can add VO 3AG and inject a CAFD. Thanks a lot
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larrybml New Member 2 Rep 13 Posts Drives: X3 F25 2011 Join Date: May 2015 Location: Romania iTrader: (0)	Hello, I have a question if someone cand and want to help me. I just installed an rearview camera on an G30 , after fitting ethernet switch and everything was coded, when I put car in reverse I can see pdc but rear camera is grayed out and no image, only gray frame. Car is green in ISTA and all modules are coded with 3AG. Anyone can help me with this please?
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09-30-2022, 04:44 AM	#73
Winnepooh86 Registered 0 Rep 2 Posts Drives: G31 Join Date: Aug 2022 Location: Germany iTrader: (0)	Hello everyone, Is it really necessary to disconnect the battery? Will some control units be blockt when I pull the 2 plugs for Ethernet on the BDC unit? Or only a lot of errors that can easily be deleted with ista? Thanks a lot
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01-23-2023, 06:14 AM	#76
benos New Member 3 Rep 8 Posts Drives: BMW G30 530d Join Date: Dec 2022 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Hi. The threads a little old now but hoping someone around can help me code the reverse camera to the car. I'm using esys with bimmerutility. It's been years since I've messed around with coding. I'm just staring blankly at Esys and Bimmerutility. All of the hardware is connected - just need some guidance on the coding, for example how to add 3AG and if any other modules then need altering? I've searched all of the cheat codes on bimmerutility but cant find anything relating to the camera. Also I've had Carplay activated by remote coding and dont want to do anything that might break that. Thanks, Ben.
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01-23-2023, 11:13 AM	#77
benos New Member 3 Rep 8 Posts Drives: BMW G30 530d Join Date: Dec 2022 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Ok, I’ve successfully added 3AG. I’ve now got the camera icon, along with a few others on the reverse screen but no camera image. Just the normal car icon and PDC markers. Attached Images
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01-24-2023, 12:48 PM	#78
larry_bml First Lieutenant 194 Rep 325 Posts Drives: BMW F30 Sport Line 320ded Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Romania - Pitesti iTrader: (0)	Witch modules of the car have you code with new fa? Dis you code also ACSM? I heard that needs to be coded also.
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01-30-2023, 05:03 PM	#80
Marodon New Member 18 Rep 27 Posts Drives: BMW 520D G30 Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: Ireland iTrader: (0)	Hi Benos, You are very close, have a look at my post back a page, I have put up a picture like you have when I got mine working. I followed Sasquartch's post Number 36 on this thread. He details the 3 modules you need to code. My post is Number 54 (each post is numbered in top right corner). I got some error messages as Sasquartch mentiond but mine disappeared once I restarted the car and as I said in my post a legit service message stayed which was fine.
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02-07-2023, 12:53 PM	#81
benos New Member 3 Rep 8 Posts Drives: BMW G30 530d Join Date: Dec 2022 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Thanks for the advice guys. Looking at what you’ve suggested and speaking with Sasquartch it looks like I’ll need to revisit my wiring. I did wire according to the amended oem instructions but I had a little trouble with the DuPont pin connectors - could not get them seated correctly or at least far enough in to click the little metal tabs. I’m trying to source some more then I’ll rewire the 3 cables into the BDC. Reason being is I’m not showing the ICAM4 module to code. My understanding is that the module is the camera itself, so if it’s not wired correctly then it won’t show. I’ve coded all other ecu’s, except the DME or those not showing a new CADF file. I’ll keep you posted.
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02-07-2023, 04:32 PM	#82
Marodon New Member 18 Rep 27 Posts Drives: BMW 520D G30 Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: Ireland iTrader: (0)	Benos, what you say about the 3 cables not "clicking" in far enough rings a bell with me. I ordered the fitting kit (66212450878) from https://www.hubauer-shop.de and came to the conclusion that the connectors at the end of those 3 wires were too long by a couple of mm's. I felt that the locking clip on that metal insert was back too far (remember thinking I would be screwed if I broke the connector from pushing so hard). I put a piece of imalgamating tape between the 2 pins that are side by side - that was incase the couple of mm's sticking out of the connector ever contacted each other and all worked fine. Imalgamating tape is like a softer insulating tape. Probably me just been ultra cautious!! From experience I would recheck the easiest wiring connections first, by that I mean the camera wiring in the boot. Just double check that first. I used the fitting instructions (revised PDF) as I have attached in post 52 here. Trust me, I wouldn't doubt any advice from Sasquartch - go with that for sure but it's just that with me the 3 connectors didn't click in all the way in the BDC connector also. Good Luck!!
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02-08-2023, 04:04 AM	#83
benos New Member 3 Rep 8 Posts Drives: BMW G30 530d Join Date: Dec 2022 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Marodon, thanks for that. Everything you’ve described is what happened to me. The pins felt like they were in as far as they would go but they were still not seated correctly. They weren’t loose and stayed put, so I just went with it, in the absence of new connector pins. I have some insulating tape so I’ll use that as well when I re-pin the wires. Yes, I’ll try the wires in the boot first as the other thing that could cause issues is the splicing block that came with the oem kit. I’ll check it’s sending power to the camera then work my way forward. It’s reassuring that others have faced the same issues and overcome them, so thanks again.
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03-28-2023, 01:37 PM	#84
benzopiren Registered 0 Rep 1 Posts Drives: G31 Join Date: Mar 2023 Location: Warsaw iTrader: (0)	good morning, if I don't have the ICAM4, KAFAS module, can I mount the camera? should i buy these modules? where to connect them? Is there anything that can be done or should I forget about the reversing camera?
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03-29-2023, 07:21 AM	#85
Bestbmwmini Registered 1 Rep 2 Posts Drives: bmw f20 Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: cyprus iTrader: (0)	hi l have bmw repair shop in Turkey so l always have customer. can we instal rear camere if yes please reply
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04-14-2023, 07:27 AM	#86
BLACKBIRDSR71 New Member 0 Rep 12 Posts Drives: BMW G31, F20, MINI F56 Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Northern Ireland iTrader: (0)	Hi all, A few questions for those who've done this: - Does the retrofit kit come with the wires already crimped? - I see a few of you have mentioned about the connector pins not being the right size (too big?) for the sockets? Does the retrofit kit still work with these bigger pins, or does it need rewired with smaller connectors? - G31 owners... how was the process for the touring? Any added complications? I'd like to do this myself if I can, but if it's going to be stress fest, then I'll get someone else to do it.
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05-27-2023, 04:11 PM	#87
fanaticbmw New Member 6 Rep 9 Posts Drives: F30 320d Sport Line Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Romania/Pitesti iTrader: (0)	Hello,I have new kit retrofit + new rear camera for g30 /31. G20/G21 ,G01 only with 609 ,evo id6 or MGU. With enet cable coding remote. 300 euro +shipp.
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07-23-2023, 03:02 PM	#88
my1cd Registered 0 Rep 1 Posts Drives: G30 520i Join Date: Jul 2023 Location: BLR iTrader: (0)	Hi there, long story short. G30 without rear camera. All wires were installed according to the instruction (3 ethernets, power, ground). All were checked twice (signals, etc.) But Esys and ISTA didn't see the Icam2 or TRVCS during the system check. Maybe someone can give some advice how to check camera itself or any ideas where the problem can be. Thanks in advance.
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