How to Solve the Reversed Rearview Image Issue?
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To fix a reversed rearview image, you need to swap the front camera and the rearview camera. The issue of left-right inversion in the rearview image occurs when the front-view camera is mistakenly installed at the rear of the car during the installation of the rearview camera. This is the difference between the front camera and the rearview camera. Another possibility is that the vehicle's system has enabled mirror image conversion. The rearview image system, also known as the parking assist system, reverse visual system, or onboard monitoring system, provides clear visibility even at night through infrared technology. The onboard display uses TFT true color and is magnetically shielded to prevent signal interference and flickering.
I encountered this issue when repairing my car before. A reversed rearview camera is usually caused by the camera being installed upside down or a setting error. The first step to fix it is to find the settings menu in the car's infotainment system, where there is often a rearview camera option. Checking the 'Mirror' or 'Horizontal Flip' option can solve the problem. If it's not a settings issue, the camera might be installed in the wrong direction. Remove the camera and reinstall it correctly, or loosen the clip, rotate it 180 degrees, and secure it. I've handled several cases where the wiring was reversed on some car models, causing the image to be upside down. In such cases, check the connection of the reverse light—you might need to replace the wiring or adjust it. When driving, always keep the camera clean to avoid mud blocking it and causing reversed images. If you can't fix it yourself, take it to a repair shop. They have the right tools and experience to fix it in minutes. Don't delay too long—rearview visibility issues affect parking safety, especially in crowded areas where scratches are more likely. Develop a habit of regularly checking the camera to avoid minor troubles.
Once, my car's reversing camera suddenly flipped the image, which gave me quite a scare. The possible reasons could be that the camera got knocked out of position during the last car wash or there was a bug in the system software. I tried entering the settings on the car's infotainment screen, found a 'Reverse Assist' option with a flip switch, and clicking it restored the image to normal. If the system doesn't respond, don't panic—disconnecting the car battery for a few minutes to reboot can reset many electronic devices. If the camera is loose, adjusting its angle by hand might also help. Remember not to fiddle with it while driving; it's safer to try these fixes when parked. These minor issues aren't complicated, but if they happen frequently, it's worth checking for camera aging or wiring problems—fix them early to avoid affecting daily use. A reversed parking image can easily lead to misjudging distances; I once almost hit a pole because of it, so timely action is crucial.
