Reverse / Backup sensors
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Reverse / Backup sensors
Just installed a kit on my GF Sorento. Installation was pretty simple and these kits are so cheap now, around $15 shipped.
Used the search but couldn't find any C5s with them.
Any pics?
And happy New Year!
[UPDATED ON 01/27/2013]
Kit installed, pics on post #14.
Used the search but couldn't find any C5s with them.
Any pics?
And happy New Year!
[UPDATED ON 01/27/2013]
Kit installed, pics on post #14.
Last edited by mosimann; Jan 27, 2013 at 07:51 PM. Reason: Update.
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Don't recall seeing anyone install back-up sensors onto a C5. But someone out there may have done it.
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Maybe I could use one...... I backed into a parking lot street light with a large concrete base around it. The backup sensor I was born with(eyeballs) didn't function cause they were pointed in the wrong direction, when I backed up.
I've had them recalibrated after that last incident.
I've had them recalibrated after that last incident.
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If you don't want the look of the sensors, you can buy a camera kit with the camera as part of the license frame. They even have wireless remote systems so there is no wiring needed between the camera and the screen. They run about $100 complete.
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This looks interesting and is completely invisible.
http://www.parkingdynamics.co.uk/Veh...-%26-Rear-Pack
http://www.parkingdynamics.co.uk/Veh...-%26-Rear-Pack
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This looks interesting and is completely invisible.
http://www.parkingdynamics.co.uk/Veh...-%26-Rear-Pack
http://www.parkingdynamics.co.uk/Veh...-%26-Rear-Pack
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I just send the supplier an email to see if they have installed these on a C5. Front my be too low? I would think the back would probably work for sure. They have one video on their site that shows a bunch of advantages over the ultrasonic sensors...
5th one down...
http://www.parkingdynamics.co.uk/Video
Not a cheap solution, but cheaper than even a small scrape!
I personally think this may be the best solution if it works as advertised.
5th one down...
http://www.parkingdynamics.co.uk/Video
Not a cheap solution, but cheaper than even a small scrape!
I personally think this may be the best solution if it works as advertised.
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I wasn't comfortable with the image of C5 and parking sensors - senior trying to deny my age!
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Installed it this weekend. Didn't keep track of the time but probably took a couple hours. Only installed 3 sensors (left/center/right) due to the styrefoam reinforcements inside the bumper. There was nothing behind on those locations.
I already had a rearview camera with a Pioneer radio and the sensors are a nice complement.
Really hard to see on the pictures but looks OEM.
I already had a rearview camera with a Pioneer radio and the sensors are a nice complement.
Really hard to see on the pictures but looks OEM.