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Peripheral Camera, Calibrating
Calibration/adjustment must be performed if:
- The installation position of a camera in the vehicle has been changed.
- The Peripheral Camera Control Module -J928- has been replaced.
- There is a misalignment in the overlap range of the individual camera images.
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Vehicle Diagnostic Tester
- Calibration System :VAS 721 001
Preparing for Calibration
- Left Calibration Field
- Front Peripheral Camera -R243-
- Right Calibration Field
- Right Peripheral Camera -R245-
- Rear Peripheral Camera -R246-
- Left Peripheral Camera -R244-
Requirements
- Unladen vehicle.
- Create a work surface that is large enough (no objects surrounding the calibration board to prevent any incorrect line detections).
- Prevent any strong lighting contrasts (no headlamps or direct lighting).
- Move the vehicle onto a solid, flat surface.
- Move the wheels so that they are straight.
- Deflect and swing out the vehicle multiple times.
- Electromechanical parking brake applied.
- People must not sit in the vehicle.
- All vehicle doors and the rear lid must be closed.
- Clean the camera lenses with a damp cloth.
- Fold out both exterior rearview mirrors.
- Connect the battery charger for the battery support mode. Refer to BATTERY, CHARGING . The battery charger must not be within the camera's field of vision.
- Check the camera images on the Front Information Display Control Head -J685-. Replace the camera if the images are unclear because the camera has been damaged. Check the fastener for the camera if the image is low.
- The system is active and is displayed on the Front Information Display Control Head -J685-.
- Before starting the calibration/adjustment, check the DTC memory and correct all displayed entries.
Procedure
-- Left and right calibration field near the vehicle.
- The arrows -1- on the calibration field points in the direction of travel.
-- Apply the rear and front clamping strips on the calibration field.
-- Align the crosshairs -2- on the calibration field to the front axle of the vehicle (front wheel center).
-- Align both calibration fields parallel. The vehicle must be located in the center between both calibration fields.
Pay attention to the following measurement requirements:
- The dimension -a- 2000 to 2500 mm ± 5 mm, front and rear the same.
- The dimension -b- must be the same on both sides.
- The dimension -c- must be the same on both sides.
Calibration Procedure
The following should not occur during the calibration procedure:
- Vehicle doors must not be opened or closed.
-- Connect the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
-- Switch the ignition on.
-- Select and start the Diagnostic operating mode.
-- Select the Test plan tab.
-- Select the Select individual test button and select the following tree structure consecutively:
- Diagnostic-capable systems
- 006C - Peripheral Camera Control Module - J928
- 006C - Peripheral Camera Control Module, functions
- 006C - Peripheral Camera, Calibration
-- Start the selected program and follow the instructions on the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester display.
-- Switch off the ignition after successful calibration/adjustment.
-- Disconnect the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester from the diagnostic connection.
-- Disconnect the battery charger. Refer to BATTERY, CHARGING .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.