66 53 020 Removing and installing (replacing) reversing camera

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove TRIM FOR REAR LID

Unlock plug connections (3) and (4) and disconnect.

Release screws (1) and (2).

Remove drive unit (5).

Fig 1: Identifying Drive Unit Plug Connections And Screws

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Installation note: 

The operation emblem (1) must be completely closed when installing the drive unit.

The operating lever (2) on the operating emblem (1) must be connected correctly with the guide in the drive unit.

Fig 2: Identifying Operating Lever On Operating Emblem

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Replacement: 

Remove gaiter (1) from housing (2).

Installation note: 

Gaiter (1) must always be replaced.

Fig 3: Identifying Gaiter And Housing

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Release screws (1).

Feed out cover (2) in direction of arrow.

Fig 4: Feeding Out Reversing Camera Cover

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Pull rear view camera (1) a short distance in direction of arrow (A) and simultaneously in direction of arrow (B) out of housing (2).

Fig 5: Pulling Rear View Camera Out Of Housing

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Unlock and disconnect the connector (1).

Feed out cable (2).

Fig 6: Identifying Cable And Connector

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Release screws (1).

Remove reversing camera (2).

Fig 7: Identifying Reversing Camera Screws

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Replacement: 

Carry out VEHICLE PROGRAMMING/ENCODING

After installation: 

• Carry out tailgate activation function check
• Carry out reversing camera function check
• Calibrate REVERSING CAMERA