🔧 Tools & Materials You’ll Need

 

  • Rear view camera kit (camera, wiring, and display screen / head unit)

  • Screwdrivers (Phillips & flathead)

  • Power drill (if mounting requires drilling)

  • Wire strippers & electrical tape

  • Plastic trim removal tool

  • Multimeter (optional but useful for checking connections)

  • Zip ties

📌 Step 1: Choose Camera Type & Placement

  • License plate camera → easiest to install, mounts near number plate.

  • Bumper camera → requires drilling into the bumper.

  • Trunk handle camera → replaces trunk handle for a factory-like look.

Mount the camera in the center (above license plate) for the best view.

📌 Step 2: Mount the Camera

  1. Remove the license plate or trunk trim (if needed).

  2. Drill a small hole (if required) for the camera wire.

  3. Secure the camera with screws or adhesive bracket.

📌 Step 3: Connect Camera to Reverse Light

  • Run the red power wire of the camera to the reverse light positive wire.

  • Ground the black wire to any metal part (car body/bolt).
    👉 This ensures the camera turns on automatically when you shift to reverse.

📌 Step 4: Route Video Cable

  • Run the video cable (usually yellow RCA) from the trunk to the dashboard/head unit.

  • Hide it under carpet, side panels, or roof lining using a trim removal tool.

  • Keep wires neat with zip ties.

📌 Step 5: Connect to Display

  • If your car stereo supports a rear camera input:

    • Plug the yellow RCA video cable into the “Camera In” port.

    • Connect the small trigger wire (comes with RCA cable) to the reverse light, so the display switches automatically.

  • If you’re using a separate monitor/mirror display, mount it on your dashboard or clip it over your rear-view mirror, then connect power & video input.

📌 Step 6: Test the Camera

  1. Turn the car ON.

  2. Shift into reverse gear.

  3. The display should switch to the rear camera view.

  4. Adjust camera angle if needed.

📌 Step 7: Secure & Finish

  • Tuck away all wires neatly.

  • Reinstall panels and license plate.

  • Use electrical tape/heat shrink to cover any exposed wires.

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