C300CA

Thanks. I am not a very handy person, especially it's my brand new car. If there is a risk of damaging things I'd not do it or have dealer to do it.
I will read DIY more thoroughly.

Garry1104

It requires taking out the vent, Comand unit, side sills and the whole trunk liner. Also need to cut/dremel the plastic handle strip and run the wire from the front all the way into the back/trunk area. Took me some thinking and courage to do it. All I can say is good luck!

tcoombes

I have read all the posts on installing a rear view camera in a W204 and was thinking a Sony camera would be a good option. What model did you go with? Is it the one with a separate control unit? How did the install go and are you pleased with the results? - Todd

2010_C63_OMG

regarding prewiring: keep in mind that you need at least four wires for your camera: 1) video RCA 2) reverse wire (tapped from backup light) 3) 12V and 4) ground. so your car is probably not "pre-wired."

good camera: go to navvideo.com. and ask for Tony. They have a custom w204 sony ccd backup camera that replaces the license plate backlighting lense. so it plugs right in, no drilling (worrying about leaks, etc). it is kinda expensive at $295 (less $45 with interface combo). but it works well (like OEM) and the location is actually better than OEM since it is closer to center. see my post for pix. after you plug in the camera, look at those great DIY posts on this forum on how to connect the wires.

2010_C63_OMG

there is another post "backup camera for non popup screen". camera install (trunk) is the same, whether you have MMI or not. but interface (up front) is different for MMI vs small screen.
here's the pix.
camera and interface install is probably best done by professional with experience in stereo/camera installs in MBs.

2010_C63_OMG

sorry, i'm a newbie. here's the link to that post, with pix of my install:

https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-w...up-screen.html

cactusbob

I've been attempting to find this video connector in the trunk of my 2010, but can't find it. The strange thing is that the back of the Comand unit has a lead and connector coming out of it to somewhere. Does anyone know where the other end may be? I've removed the trim from the trunk lead and nothing

Update - Actually I think the video input goes to the Media Interface. Not that that works either as apparently you need the Media Interface Plus as well as an Ipod Video cable.

I guess it's a choice of either iPod video or backup camera.

Cartronics

You CAN have it all with our Video In Motion kit (VIM) if you are interested in multiple video inputs AND backup camera.

cactusbob

Well unplugged the existing input into the Comand and added mine. Simple enough to run the cable over the drivers footwell, and up the A pillar and along the roof lining. Popped straight through by the fuse box I have in the trunk. Now just got to install the camera, and hook it up.

J.michel

Hey I read your quote saying you installed the rear camera yourself. WOuld you mind telling me how please. I have a e350 2010.

Ikester

FYI - 2011 W204s have a factory location to install a camera, no need to use the license plate lights.

Mine car doesnt have the camera option but the install location is still there

TheBenzAddict

Guys, I have a 2010 C300 and I decided to do the DIY rear camera today. I removed the command and guess what.... A green fakra cable was already installed! Now seriously, is the cable pre wired?

I literally took my whole trunk apart and couldn't find it. I even lost a clip (((

Any ideas??

Csc300

Heyy i know u posted this long time ago.. But i need some help in installing a rear camera on my c300 if possible

dc1989

DID YOU EVER GET IT SET UP?? I HAVE A 2012 C300 AND I AM LOOKING TO INSTALL A REVERSE CAMERA AS WELL.


PLEASE HELP.

dc1989

NEED HELP WITH MY REVERSE CAMERA INSTALL ON 2012 C300 (W204)


HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!