Adding OEM Front Camera?

[Jimmy07]

Thanks Jimmy! You are probably the most knowledgeable person on the forum! Found the processing module from Ram HD on ebay, could you say it’s the same my 1500? https://www.ebay.com/itm/114871400279

It’s not the same because the HD CVPM has the cargo camera running through it also. I don’t know if an HD CVPM would work on a DT truck because I’m not sure if the CVPM is looking for specific vehicle line information.

 

[Jimmy07]

Thanks Jimmy! You are probably the most knowledgeable person on the forum! If i connect my existing rear view camera it will not work, or will work incorrect? Found the processing module from Ram HD on ebay, could you say it’s the same my 1500? https://www.ebay.com/itm/114871400279

Also, on the linked CVPM, not only is one of the fakra connector missing, but it appears the coax contact is completely ripped off of the circuit board.

 

[Georgf]

It’s not the same because the HD CVPM has the cargo camera running through it also. I don’t know if an HD CVPM would work on a DT truck because I’m not sure if the CVPM is looking for specific vehicle line information.

Thanks again, if so just stay with my stock rear view camera system.

 

[Cesar592]

which would be all the parts to have the surround view that they did in that uconnect 5.0

 

[ALT_F13]

So I finally decided to add front facing camera to my 2020 Rebel. Not for the parking purposes (front park assist helps with that), but for off-roading when I don't have a wingman to navigate me.
I did the same trick on Wrangler and Durango before, and the same upgrade on the Rebel is even easier. I used Z-Automotive guide how to install their front camera into Wrangler/Gladiator, and it worked the same for Rebel.

What I did:
1. Got this camera - I've used it many times before for front and back and it always worked fine, even at night. Great for less then $30. Unfortunately, the first camera wasn't working and I've spend 2 hours trying to identify the cause. But eventually ordered a replacement and it worked as soon as plugged it in.
2. Plugged it into pins 21 and 22 on the back of my 12" Uconnect using Z-Automotive harness (I've accidently ordered 3 in the past, and I had 1 spare)
3. Plugged the power into the back of cigarette lighter connector using an inline fuse.
4. Installed the camera between the legs of A in RAM letters in the front grill and wired it through the grobbet to the left of the brake pedal.
5. Enabled cargo camera through AlfaOBD and rebooted the multimedia system ("ECU Reset" button in AlfaOBD)
6. Calibrated the camera position so guiding lines match with wheels. Used a couple of 2x12 boards to test that I can get my front wheels on them from any angle. And it worked!
Without 2 hours to investigate why Uconnect was showing the blue screen instead of camera view, I maybe spent 2 hours in total to install. But I did it 2 times before in my life, so maybe if you are new to this it will take 2.5-3 hours to do the same. With $35 budget (camera + in-line fuse) that is the must upgrade for off-roading.

 

[kd908070]

Has anyone successfully added the camera to the 8.4" without NAV? I have read many posts and see people have issue to enable the UConnect to have Camera shows up. Thanks

 

[Evank33]

Has anyone successfully added the camera to the 8.4" without NAV? I have read many posts and see people have issue to enable the UConnect to have Camera shows up. Thanks

I was not able to

 

[kd908070]

I was not able to

Thanks for sharing. If I figure out how to do it, I will let you know.

 

[Redhorn]

so I’m in the process of adding a cargo camera to work with the cargo soft key with my led CHMSL that already has the camera for the digital rearview mirror. So far all I did tonight was drill to mount the camera in place and I’ll eventually do the wiring after this weekend. Hopefully it all goes well.

So far I’m very pleased with the fit so far

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That looks amazing. Any chance can do the write up for adding Cargo cam to LED CHMSL?

 

[Dbsimmons]

Also, on the linked CVPM, not only is one of the fakra connector missing, but it appears the coax contact is completely ripped off of the circuit board.

Do you have to use oem cameras or will a aftermarket one work to add to the cvpm?
Thank you

 

[Jimmy07]

Do you have to use oem cameras or will a aftermarket one work to add to the cvpm?
Thank you

You need to use the OEM cameras that are specific to the CVPM. Your current factory rear view camera won’t even work with the CVPM, as the surround view system uses a different one.

 

[djevox]

So I finally decided to add front facing camera to my 2020 Rebel. Not for the parking purposes (front park assist helps with that), but for off-roading when I don't have a wingman to navigate me.
I did the same trick on Wrangler and Durango before, and the same upgrade on the Rebel is even easier. I used Z-Automotive guide how to install their front camera into Wrangler/Gladiator, and it worked the same for Rebel.

What I did:
1. Got this camera - I've used it many times before for front and back and it always worked fine, even at night. Great for less then $30. Unfortunately, the first camera wasn't working and I've spend 2 hours trying to identify the cause. But eventually ordered a replacement and it worked as soon as plugged it in.
2. Plugged it into pins 21 and 22 on the back of my 12" Uconnect using Z-Automotive harness (I've accidently ordered 3 in the past, and I had 1 spare)
3. Plugged the power into the back of cigarette lighter connector using an inline fuse.
4. Installed the camera between the legs of A in RAM letters in the front grill and wired it through the grobbet to the left of the brake pedal.
5. Enabled cargo camera through AlfaOBD and rebooted the multimedia system ("ECU Reset" button in AlfaOBD)
6. Calibrated the camera position so guiding lines match with wheels. Used a couple of 2x12 boards to test that I can get my front wheels on them from any angle. And it worked!
Without 2 hours to investigate why Uconnect was showing the blue screen instead of camera view, I maybe spent 2 hours in total to install. But I did it 2 times before in my life, so maybe if you are new to this it will take 2.5-3 hours to do the same. With $35 budget (camera + in-line fuse) that is the must upgrade for off-roading.

Do you have the part number for which z-automotive harness is needed with the 12” info unit?

 

[Mjgain]

Do you have the part number for which z-automotive harness is needed with the 12” info unit?

Video Input Cable – Z Automotive

www.zautomotive.com

Here you go

 

[djevox]

Video Input Cable – Z Automotive

www.zautomotive.com

Here you go

Thanks!

 

[Marvelousdude2500]

Since you have an HD, those are the aux 1&2 trailer camera inputs at 21-26. Just pull them out.

I got an HD also, I got the soft key already done,
Question: Could I then just plug my camera to the trailer aux cam plug connector?

If yes where are they connected and pins?

 

[Marvelousdude2500]

I got an HD also, I got the soft key already done,
Question: Could I then just plug my camera to the trailer aux cam plug connector?

If yes where are they connected and pins?

Does anyone know where's the end connector to it?

My idea is to just plug my new analog camera to it. I will then still have the trailer aux camera option available.

 

[djevox]

View attachment 106461Does anyone know where's the end connector to it?

My idea is to just plug my new analog camera to it. I will then still have the trailer aux camera option available.

I haven’t looked at those connectors, but do you see the number 1 anywhere on the front or back of that connector?

 

[Marvelousdude2500]

I'm not concerned about this plug connector, it's the other end of the video wires that I want to know more about its location.

 

[Marvelousdude2500]

Vehicle Trailer Camera Harness install diagrams , show certain (CONNECTOR 34900-3120) and was wondering if I can plug into it with my video feed.

 

[Pompito]

Did this Mod today. Great write up by @toyboy1980. Everything worked flawlessly. Had already enabled the cargo cam softkey with alfaOBD, took about 2 days to appear. Pins 21-signal, 22-ground for my 2020 Rebel 12. While I was at it, did the trailer brake controller also. Great mod!