Rear Parking Cameras

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simonz1red
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Hi All

I need to pick your brains over another issue with my 2015 Qashqai 1.2 Dig-t N-tec+ with a mileage of around 41,000.

Two days ago I found that the two central rear bumper cameras give a "red" signal as soon as I engaged reverse gear. The two outer rear bumper cameras are fine as they activate normally when reversing close to an object.

I have wiped over the lenses but to no avail.

Any ideas what the problem might be and how to overcome it?

Many thanks.

Simon

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calnorth
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Have you a picture of that?
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Hi Calnorth

I'm attaching three photos that I hope will help.

I look forward to hearing again from you.

Cheers


Simon

Rear bumper cameras.jpg

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Post by Nick_Precision »

You are speaking about parking sensors I believe.
It can be signal bouncing back from the tow bar.
If you can remove the towbar and check again in that case you can eliminate possible cause.
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Rear camera is located above rear number plate by the way.
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Hi All

The towbar was fitted a year and a half ago but the protector plate was only fitted about two months ago. Having said that, the issue only started earlier this week so why now?

I will remove the plate and ball to see if the issue stops. If it does I will refit the ball only and see if it is still OK so do away with the plate.

Thanks for all the advice and tips, and I will update you soon.

Cheers


Simon
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Pics show sonic sensors detecting a kerb/hedge?

Don't think its the Tow Bar arrangement because its effectively stationary. The Sonic System alarms on a changing return sonic signal...a target approach if you like.

Do you hear a beeping or continuous alarm tone?

Reverse gear selection initiates/halts the rear sensing:

No User adjustments can be made to this system.
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Hi Guys

Problem solved! The plate holding the towbar electrics socket had somehow been bent outwards a bit (see photo). The use of an old screwdriver and a lump hammer "persuaded" the plate to move backwards enough for the continuous red light and buzzer to not activate as soon as I select reverse.

Thanks everyone for your help.

Cheers


Simon

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A surprise...didn't think the system was that sensitive..... :shock:
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calnorth wrote: Mon Jul 05, 2021 8:01 am A surprise...didn't think the system was that sensitive..... :shock:
I have a detachable tow bar on my J11 and as soon as its installed, when selecting reverse the buzzers go off and I don't have the plate either. I think it's because it's a swan kneck tow bar and protudes from the car a little farther than the fixed tow bars.
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