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How to Install a Camera on BMW 3 Series

Model: BMW Serie 3 E92, E90, E91 - Years: 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
Part: Checks and maintenance

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Let's see how to install the camera (where the license plate light is located) in the trunk of a BMW 3 Series. First, open the trunk of the car, then remove the rear light assembly by unscrewing the screws on the plastic cover of the trunk.

Disconnect the side plastic cover from the cargo area, and run the camera's electrical wires to the monitor located above the dashboard. Finally, test the rear camera installed in the trunk (turn on the monitor and power the camera) of the car.


Updated on 8 March 2026 by ScegliAuto


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