66 53 010 Calibrating Reversing Camera

66 53 010 Calibrating Reversing Camera (Up To 10/2009)







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 less than 1 mW
Lambda = 632.8 nm







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 the 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 tyre pressure (see label on car).
- 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







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

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







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 tyre sidewalk
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.







Slacken knurled screws (2). Adjust scale value (1) as specified. Tighten down knurled screws (2).

Version with self-levelling suspension:
- Pull corresponding fuse in luggage compartment distribution box.
Start calibration of reversing camera by way of BMW diagnosis system.