Notes on a 2014 435i BimmerTech rear view camera install

Technic · 05-20-2014, 02:55 PM

Customer custom ordered a MY2014 435i but forgot to check the Rear View Camera option (Driver Assistance Package). Wife is pissed.

BimmerTech brings marital peace.

Let's start at the trunk...

Remove liner and remove OEM trunk handle...

Transfer OEM trunk handle switch assembly to BimmerTech handle/camera assembly...

Install new handle/camera...

Run handle/camera cabling (left side of the car) to iDrive unit...

Remove iDrive unit...

4-wire connection to OEM Quadralock connector and placement of camera module behind CIC/NBT using velcro...

Interface cable connected to OEM monitor...

And that's it...

... with dynamic guiding lines:

Notes:
- No programming required: BimmerTech module interprets OEM CAN messages for reverse and steering angle sensor so camera turns on and guiding lines activate only when reverse is engaged and steering wheel is turned
- Camera module is also a video interface. DVD and portable video cameras can be connected and displayed via the OEM monitor. Remote control included.
- 100% reversible back to stock. No permanent cuts/modifications to OEM wiring.

Bluesmansr · 05-20-2014, 04:04 PM

Thanks for the review. I'm also interested in doing this instal. How do you run the cable on the left side of the car and up to the I drive unit? Is it visible/obtrusive?

Technic · 05-20-2014, 06:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Bluesmansr

Thanks for the review. I'm also interested in doing this instal. How do you run the cable on the left side of the car and up to the I drive unit? Is it visible/obtrusive?

Thanks.

Tuck the cable in under the OEM trim along the left side. No OEM trim or door sill need to be removed, just tuck it in.

Take a look at your own car, tuck your fingers under the trim alongside the left side and you will know what I am talking about.

Bluesmansr · 05-20-2014, 07:39 PM

And how does the cable run from the left side of the oem trim to the right center stack where the idrive unit is? Thanks again for explaining the install.

Technic · 05-21-2014, 04:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Bluesmansr

And how does the cable run from the left side of the oem trim to the right center stack where the idrive unit is? Thanks again for explaining the install.

Again, you need to take a look at you own car trim under the dash to understand. This is not a DIY thread, this is an install notes thread.

Professional install suggested.

carzaddict · 05-21-2014, 09:01 AM

nice writeup! bravo to BimmerTech for making such an easy to install piece

Jimminez · 05-21-2014, 11:11 AM

That's strange that no coding was required.

I too purchased my vehicle without a backup camera but dealer was willing install it for me. After install, we haven't been able to code it as when we first attempted the module wasn't recognized during coding. I have verified that there is power and connections are secure at the module, but haven't had the chance to touch base with BimmerTech to try and code again.

Is the camera retrofit you used the OEM one?

Technic · 05-21-2014, 12:00 PM

The OEM rear view camera system has an iDrive screen interface with controls and PDC visual limits integrated.

If you closely notice in the photos posted, this is no OEM system.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jimminez

That's strange that no coding was required.

I too purchased my vehicle without a backup camera but dealer was willing install it for me. After install, we haven't been able to code it as when we first attempted the module wasn't recognized during coding. I have verified that there is power and connections are secure at the module, but haven't had the chance to touch base with BimmerTech to try and code again.

Is the camera retrofit you used the OEM one?

ska///235i · 07-06-2014, 11:13 PM

price?

Technic · 07-07-2014, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by ska///235i

price?

Please contact forum vendor BimmerTech for details and pricing for your particular car.

ardyer · 07-07-2014, 12:32 PM

I've been thinking about doing this. Quick question, it appears from the manual online that you have to use a remote to turn on the camera when you want to use it. That true, or did I miss understand it?

Technic · 07-07-2014, 03:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ardyer

I've been thinking about doing this. Quick question, it appears from the manual online that you have to use a remote to turn on the camera when you want to use it. That true, or did I miss understand it?

No, camera is turned on by just engaging reverse (via CAN message).

ardyer · 07-08-2014, 11:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Technic

No, camera is turned on by just engaging reverse (via CAN message).

Awesome, thanks!

Patrys@BimmerTech · 07-13-2014, 09:22 AM

Check out this video to see the camera in action. Great picture quality during the day and at night and very helpful dynamic parking lines make it the best rear view camera for all latest BMW vehicles.

casualDIYer · 08-03-2014, 10:01 AM

Just curious but could the video module be installed in the trunk where the BMW unit goes? I'd prefer the electronics be in the trunk rather than the dash.

Technic · 08-03-2014, 11:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by menncars

Just curious but could the video module be installed in the trunk where the BMW unit goes? I'd prefer the electronics be in the trunk rather than the dash.

No, the display interface cables are not that long for the video unit to be installed in the trunk. And there are no more OEM "units" in the trunk with the NBT Nav.

casualDIYer · 08-06-2014, 11:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Technic

No, the display interface cables are not that long for the video unit to be installed in the trunk. And there are no more OEM "units" in the trunk with the NBT Nav.

So it's all in the front now? No issues of rattling?

Technic · 08-06-2014, 11:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by menncars

So it's all in the front now? No issues of rattling?

No.

Patrys@BimmerTech · 08-07-2014, 03:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by menncars

Just curious but could the video module be installed in the trunk where the BMW unit goes? I'd prefer the electronics be in the trunk rather than the dash.

The OEM camera module for the F30 is installed behind the dash actually

casualDIYer · 08-10-2014, 05:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Patrys@BimmerTech

The OEM camera module for the F30 is installed behind the dash actually

Can you install the BimmerTech module in the same location or is it not the same size?

Patrys@BimmerTech · 08-11-2014, 01:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by menncars

Can you install the BimmerTech module in the same location or is it not the same size?

We can't because it won't fit the OEM bracket and the wiring is of different length.
It makes no difference where the module is located. It works great!

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