Why is the car reversing image reversed?
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The reason why the car reversing image is reversed is that the front and rear cameras were installed in reverse, mistakenly placing the front camera at the rear of the vehicle. The function of the car reversing image is to allow the driver to see the situation behind the car on the display when reversing, avoiding accidents caused by the driver's inability to see the rear situation during reversing, thereby improving driving safety. The working principle of the car reversing image is based on the visual measurement rearview technology. It relies on the camera at the rear of the car to display the road conditions behind the vehicle on the central display screen. The driver can freely move the square representing the car body on the screen through the touch screen. If the position is appropriate, the square will change from red to green. At this time, as long as the reverse gear is engaged and the vehicle speed is controlled, automatic reversing can be completed.
A few days ago I encountered this issue - my new car's reversing camera suddenly started displaying a mirrored image, causing me to constantly misjudge directions while reversing and nearly scraping a roadside tree. My mechanic friend explained this is often caused by the camera's default settings (many vehicles mirror the image to simulate traditional rearview mirrors) or incorrect wiring installation (like mounting the rear camera upside down). He suggested checking the infotainment system settings first - there's usually a 'mirror flip' option that just needs disabling. If that doesn't work, have a professional inspect the camera mounting position. Though it seems minor, uncorrected mirroring dangerously distorts distance judgment, especially during rain or nighttime. DIY fixes can save time, but safety comes first - if unsure, get it properly handled immediately.
As someone who loves tinkering with cars, I have some experience with reverse camera images being displayed upside down. Generally speaking, this is how the camera is designed—to make the view more natural, like looking in a mirror. But sometimes it's because the camera was installed upside down, or the image mode in the settings wasn't adjusted correctly. Don't worry, it's easy to fix in just a few steps: First, sit in the car, engage reverse gear, and check if there's a small gear icon on the screen to adjust the settings. Find the image flip function and turn it off. If the system doesn't support this, you'll need to check if the camera is mounted upside down—I've fixed this a few times and found that most issues occur when the camera is installed in the wrong direction on the inner side of the tailgate. By the way, this problem is common in modified cars or during new car handovers. Addressing it promptly helps avoid reverse-gear scratches or accidents, and developing a habit of regularly calibrating the camera can save you a lot of hassle.
