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66 53 010 Calibrating Reversing Camera



66 53 010 Calibrating Reversing Camera







WARNING:
Danger of injury.
Laser beam at adjustment unit.
Do not look into the beam.
Laser class 2
As per EN 60825--1: 1994 P ≤ 1 mW
Lambda = 632.8 nm







NOTE: For ordering information the reversing camera adjustment unit, refer to Service Information 205 07 349.

Observe information on use of CORGHI KDS quick-action clamp.







NOTE:
Calibration of reversing camera must be carried out after the following work:
- Removal and installation/replacement of reversing camera
- Body repair work rear at rear end of vehicle
- Adjusting procedure for tailgate







IMPORTANT:
Follow instructions and specifications in procedure.
To obtain an optimum result, always adhere to the following conditions:
- Vehicle standing level on headlight aiming station
- Correct tire pressure (see label on vehicle).
- Vehicle is free of load
- Rear seat bench is unoccupied
- Do not swap seats during calibration
- Steering wheel in straight-ahead position
- Do not move steering wheel







NOTE:
Once the laser has been aligned to the camera lens, it is necessary to calibrate the reversing camera via the DIS Tester.
Also switch on reversing camera by means of PDC button.

Calibration can only be carried out with the BMW diagnosis system.
Service functions:
->Complete vehicle
->Body
->Camera systems







Secure KDS quick-action clamp on rear wheels on both sides.
Insert ball stud (1) in guide (2) up to limit position and secure with screw (3).







The plug position (A) of he bolt (1) on the rail (2) and dimension (B) of the cross-rod (3) must be adjusted on both sides depending on the vehicle type.







Position target (1) on transverse rod with scale and align to zero point on scale (2).
Secure target (1) using knurled screws (3).







Switch on laser pointer (2) with knurled screw (1).
Align laser pointer first to zero point on scale (3), then upwards to centre of BMW badge (4).
In the event of a laser deviation from the BMW badge centre, this must be compensated for by shifting the complete linkage in the corresponding direction.
After realigning the target, check the position of the laser again and correct if necessary.







Align contact surface (1) on both sides to tire sidewall.
Tighten linkage simultaneously on both sides with adjusting screw (2).

NOTE:
After securing linkage, check position of laser pointer again on vehicle's BMW badge.
If necessary, correct by means of adjusting screws.