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Rear Vision Camera: Description and Operation






Rearview Camera System, Rear Assist

Before troubleshooting or servicing, the technicians must be familiar with the function and operation of the rear system.

For additional information, refer to the Operating instructions.

Use the vehicle diagnostic tester in "Guided Fault Finding" when performing service work or Fault Finding.

When the battery is connected, check the all the vehicle accessories (radio, clock, electronic conveniences, etc.) according to the repair information and/or the Owner's Manual.

The rear system assists the driver during back-up driving by providing the driver with an image of the traffic situation behind the vehicle via the monitor of the radio/navigation system.

The rear view camera system consists of the following components:

Rear View Camera (R189) ,

Rear View Camera System Control Module (J772) ,

Radio/Navigation Display Control Module (J503) ,

and steering wheel with Steering Angle Sensor (G85).

DTC Recognition and Display

Rear view camera system is equipped with On Board Diagnostic (OBD).

The "Guided Fault Finding" function is to be used for troubleshooting of the systems as described in => [ Vehicle Diagnosis, Testing and Information Systems ] Testing and Inspection.

It is necessary to calibrate the rearview camera after:

removing and installing rear view camera.

replacing the rearview camera system control module.

after repair work performed on rear lid following an accident.

the standing height of one axle changes by more than 5 mm.

the standing height of the entire vehicle changes by more than 10 mm.