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Old 03-16-2009, 06:23 AM
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Parking Camera/Monitor as an option?

Can anyone tell me if the Parking Camara/Monitor option can be installed as an accessory?
The item is in the Accessory catalog for UKŁ260 ($400) but I would have thought that this would be a factory only option??

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Old 03-16-2009, 06:50 AM
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It certainly looks like it from the brochure. Maybe doesn't have the same level of integration as the factory fit though.
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Old 03-16-2009, 07:15 AM
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I test drove an X5 recently with this feature and was really impressed with it! Considering its only a couple of hundred pounds/dollars as a option I wish it was a standard feature!
OK the sensors are standard but the video monitor feature is so cool!
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Old 03-16-2009, 02:49 PM
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You can't order it as a stand alone option in the U.S. You can order it on the X6, but not on the X5...

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Old 03-17-2009, 01:27 PM
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Talked to BMW dealer today and heres what I found.
You CAN get the parking camera option retro fitted as an accesory option.
However, due to the 7 hours!!! that it'll take their service guys to install it negates any value in having the feature!
It requires a camera plus a fiber optic cable from the back tailgate to the existing monitor in the dash.
Personally, I'd rather do the work myself but cant get my hands on the parts!
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Old 03-17-2009, 03:08 PM
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Talked to BMW dealer today and heres what I found.
You CAN get the parking camera option retro fitted as an accesory option.
However, due to the 7 hours!!! that it'll take their service guys to install it negates any value in having the feature!
It requires a camera plus a fiber optic cable from the back tailgate to the existing monitor in the dash.
Personally, I'd rather do the work myself but cant get my hands on the parts!
You CAN get a 'backup camera retrofit kit' from your dealer. This kit is not available in USA but you should be able to order it in Europe. The part number is 66210417969. The installation instructions part number 0418006 found on the latest EBA CD. This kit only works with the Tech/NAV pkg and your car must have PDC.

If you do not have NAV then the part number is 66210417969 and the install instructions 0418006. You must still have PDC though.

Hope that helps!
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Old 03-18-2009, 07:33 AM
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$400 parts plus 7 hrs labor for the crappy rear view camera we're all complianting about! Wht not get a aftermarket wireless unit for around $500, including better picture quality camera mount on your plate frame and a monitor?
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King, whats the EBA CD? And where might I get one?

lynstermkiii - I used the camera on a test drive. I thought it was fine! If I can aviod it I'd prefer to aviod non-bmw accessories.
Besides, the main reason is to help my wife from reversing into the garage wall again!

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