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Rearview Camera Connector for Inputs and Outputs (2016 2017)
2018 Acura RLX BaseSECTION Rearview Camera Connector for Inputs and Outputs (2016 2017)
REARVIEW CAMERA 12P CONNECTOR
| Cavity | Wire Color | Terminal Name | Description | Voltage (about) | Symptom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BRN | CAMERA BIT 1 | Mode select signal for rearview camera | 0 - 7 V (depends on rearview mode) | If open/short: No change to rearview camera image. |
| 2 | TAN | CAMERA BIT 0 | Mode select signal for rearview camera | 0 - 7 V (depends on rearview mode) | If open/short: No change to rearview camera image. |
| 3 | Not used | Not used | --- | --- | --- |
| 4 | BLK | CAMERA VCC | Power source for rearview camera | Vehicle in ACCESSORY mode: 8.0 V | If open/short: When R position/mode is selected, the navigation screen goes black (guide line still display). |
| 5 | Not used | Not used | --- | --- | --- |
| 6 | WHT | CAMERA GND | Ground for rearview camera | --- | If open: When R position/mode is selected, the navigation screen goes black (guide line still display). If short to ground: No effect on system. |
| Cavity | Wire Color | Terminal Name | Description | Voltage (about) | Symptom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | RED | CAMERA V GND | Ground for video signal | --- | If open: When R position/mode is selected, the navigation screen goes black (guide line still display). If short to ground: No effect on system. |
| 8 | Not used | Not used | --- | --- | --- |
| 9 | GRN | CAMERA V | Outputs video signal to audio-navigation unit | --- | If open/short: When R position/mode is selected, the navigation screen goes black (guide line still display). |
| 10 | Not used | Not used | --- | --- | --- |
| 11 | LT GRN | CAMERA ADPT | Control signal for rearview camera | 0 V | If open: No change to rearview camera image. If short to ground: No effect on system. |
| 12 | GRY | SH CAMERA | Shield for terminals No. 7 and No. 9 | --- | If open/short to ground: No effect on system. |
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.