08-25-2012, 02:19 PM | #1 |
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Retrofit Park Distance Control
Is it possible to retrofit PDC on a 2012 328i Sedan? I'd prefer front and back, but will gladly "settle" for just the back. I tried searching around but could only find links to the E90.
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08-31-2012, 09:49 AM | #4 |
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I was thinking about this yesterday. I decide to skimp on the parking package but I really really realllllllly want the backup camera. Any ideas? I'm sure with coding and the camera it's possible?
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08-31-2012, 10:18 PM | #5 |
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I think it's more complicated than that if u go the oem route.
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09-01-2012, 05:21 PM | #6 |
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Fitting the camera will be no issue, getting it coded in is the problem I guess.
I installed a reverse cam in my Merc C class, but the COMAND nav has an easily accessable engineers menu to turn it on. |
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09-14-2012, 12:53 AM | #11 |
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I called my dealer today and the parts guy said that he knew nothing about the retrofit of the PDC??? Strange because this is straight from BMW Canada's website so I assume it is offered and he was just not aware. The 2013 BMW pricing guide has it as a $450 option. Anybody else had it done yet?
"Park Distance Control, rear Easy parking even in the tightest of spaces. Distances between the vehicle and obstacles are measured by ultrasound and indicated acoustically. In conjunction with a navigation system or BMW Radio Professional, the distances also shown the Control Display. Installation duration on request" |
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12-21-2012, 09:33 AM | #12 |
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Got this off ETK, still new to this, only manage to get EURO RHD... but i don't think it make huge difference with US/EU LHD vehicle.. it's PDC, the sensor should be mounted on the same position
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12-21-2012, 09:39 AM | #13 |
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what about retrofit the camera if you already have front and rear PDC...? lol
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http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts...91&hg=66&fg=05 http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts...01&hg=41&fg=60 (You'll need #1 from the above list) And the center console trim with button for camera. Could not find this part. In addition to these, you need wiring harnesses and a dealer willing to code. BTW, these parts are for a US spec car. Possible part #'s are same for Euro. Confirm. Last edited by claykin; 12-21-2012 at 10:15 AM.. |
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http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts...01&hg=61&fg=25 Am I missing something? I agree this is a huge undertaking. |
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12-23-2012, 03:13 PM | #21 |
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I am interested in doing this too. Can someone with rear camera take some pictures of the modules inside the "battery compartment" ie right side of the trunk?
Aren't the part interchangeable with 5 series? Seems like you could try to cheaply buy the parts from a salvage yard without spending 1k on something that might not work. We need a guinea pig to try this out. |
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12-24-2012, 12:35 PM | #22 |
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After driving my car for 3 months I am not sure if you really need the PDC or rear camera in the F30. The side rearview mirrors are much bigger than in my previous 2008 E90 335xi so backing up safely is now much easier. Using all 3 rearview mirrors should be just fine for backing up if you are slow and careful......my wife's Acura MDX on the other hand needs it's rear view camera to backup safely!
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