Cazz Posted September 8 Report Share Posted September 8 Hi there. My Fords camera stopped working last night. When I put it in reverse nothing comes on, like it doesn’t even sense that I’m in reverse. I’ve tried about 10 times to reverse and one time the screen just went black while in reverse, but no error messages. Most of the time the radio screen just stays on while backing. (Sync by my ford touch) if it means anything my rear parking aid sensors have been offline for over a year now but the camera has always worked perfectly. Tried the soft reset thing (audio power button and seek up) but it didn’t reset Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim W. AZ Posted September 8 Report Share Posted September 8 (edited) What year, what version? My 2020 SYNC 3 rear camera once went blue, but a restart cleared it up. Good luck. Edited September 8 by Tim W. AZ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haz Posted September 8 Report Share Posted September 8 (edited) Welcome to the Forum @Cazz! From the 2014 Edge Workshop Manual... Placing your device cursor over underlines acronyms may yield popup full-words descriptions of the acronyms. Parking Aid — Video - Principles of Operation The rear video camera system is active with the ignition in run and the transaxle selector in the REVERSE (R) position. The video camera receives commands and sends status over a dedicated Local Interconnect Network (LIN) to the Body Control Module (BCM) . The video camera sends a video signal to the Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) (vehicles equipped with a 8 in (203.2 mm) touchscreen) on a pair of shielded video circuits. The APIM sends the video signal to the Front Display Interface Module (FDIM) (mounted to the APIM ) which displays the video image of the area behind the vehicle. The messages sent from the BCM to the video camera are: transmission selector (PRNDL) status liftgate ajar status camera configuration data display manual zoom request parking aid audible warning status parking aid sensor distance to object data The messages sent from the video camera to the BCM are: camera status display zoom status camera part number data visual park aid alert status fixed guideline status Visual Inspection Chart Mechanical Electrical Liftgate and video camera Body Control Module (BCM) fuse 34 (10A) Wiring, terminals and connectors Video camera Front Display Interface Module (FDIM) (If equipped with 8 in (203.2 mm) touchscreen Body Control Module (BCM) Illustration with Fuse 34 (10 amp) location identified... If Fuse 43 is intact and not blown, then it would be useful to have your Edge scanned for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), which may provide guidance toward correcting the rear camera video issue and the inactive Parking Aid sensors issue. If you or a friend or family member does not have this capability, then contact your local independent auto parts store or a national-brand auto parts store to see if they can scan your Edge and provide you a list of any DTCs found. Rear View Camera Wiring Diagram - SYNC 2 - MyFord Touch Parking Aid - Principles of Operation The parking aid sensors detect objects approximately 152 cm (60 in) from the rear of the vehicle, 50 cm (20 in) from the rear side of the vehicle, and 30 cm (12 in) above the ground. The Parking Aid Module (PAM) calculates the distance to an object within the 170 degree semicircular azimuth area around the rear of the vehicle. The parking aid system is enabled when the ignition switch is in the RUN position and the transmission in reverse. The parking aid system is disabled if a fault is detected in 1 of the 4 sensors, the parking aid speaker, or the PAM . This is indicated by a parking aid disabled warning message in the message center. The parking aid system is enabled and disabled through the message center, located in the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) . Visual Inspection Chart Electrical Body Control Module (BCM) fuse 34 (10A) Wiring, terminals or connectors Parking aid sensors Symptom Chart Condition Possible Causes Action The parking aid is inoperative Wiring, terminals or connectors Parking aid sensor alignment PAM Rear bumper GO to Pinpoint Test A. Parking Aid Module and Sensors and Speaker Wiring Diagram If you are inclined toward do-it-yourself diagnosis and repair, then I can provide the Pinpoint Test(s) that are indicated by DTCs revealed from having your Edge's electronic modules scanned. On the other hand, if you prefer to have a professional technician address the problem, then if you have your Edge scanned first, any resulting DTCs, combined with the information provided here, can provide you talking points with a professional technician. Good luck! Edited September 8 by Haz 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cazz Posted September 8 Author Report Share Posted September 8 4 hours ago, Tim W. AZ said: What year, what version? My 2020 SYNC 3 rear camera once went blue, but a restart cleared it up. Good luck. Ford edge 2014 SEL with Sync My Ford Touch 3.10 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enigma-2 Posted September 22 Report Share Posted September 22 Try pulling the fuse, start the car, then shut it off, open and close the drivers door, replace the fuse, start the car again and put in reverse. Fellow in another forum reported it worked for him. Probably a defective camera or possible corrosion on the camera connector. As for the reverse sensors, corrosion at the external connectors or defective wiring are the usual culprits. Quick visual check can eliminate these possibilities. (Car been deep water? Corrosion on connectors.) (If yes, also change rear axle fluid. RDU is vented.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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