Does anyone recognize this camera module or camera connection?

[Bronkitis]

Got a look at the camera module today; it seems like it would be pretty easy to 3D-print a relocation bracket for it. I could imagine something that moved it further up the grill, and/or out on a stalk, like the rear camera.

The existing tubing (for washer fluid) and cable (for video) can provide for some amount of relocation, as long as the new location is closer to the top of the grill.

To move it far forward would require additional tubing and longer cabling.

Does anyone know what kind of connection this is for the camera? It's a small, semi-rigid coax cable.

I think the easiest thing would be to leave the existing camera in place, and wire in a new module in the desired location, with its own plumbing. You can attach to the car harness and tubing at the edge of the grill.

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[Roll Sound]

Got a look at the camera module today; it seems like it would be pretty easy to 3D-print a relocation bracket for it. I could imagine something that moved it further up the grill, and/or out on a stalk, like the rear camera.

The existing tubing (for washer fluid) and cable (for video) can provide for some amount of relocation, as long as the new location is closer to the top of the grill.

To move it far forward would require additional tubing and longer cabling.

Does anyone know what kind of connection this is for the camera? It's a small, semi-rigid coax cable.

I think the easiest thing would be to leave the existing camera in place, and wire in a new module in the desired location, with its own plumbing. You can attach to the car harness and tubing at the edge of the grill.

I can’t tell from the photo but maybe an SMA connector? Hard to tell the diameter of the connector.

 

[Last Ride Bronco]

You’re above the pay grade of about 99.9% of the people on this forum

 

[Roll Sound]

It'll probably need to be recalibrated if moved, but moving it should be easy.

 

[Paul Gagnon]

Got a look at the camera module today; it seems like it would be pretty easy to 3D-print a relocation bracket for it. I could imagine something that moved it further up the grill, and/or out on a stalk, like the rear camera.

Does anyone know what kind of connection this is for the camera? It's a small, semi-rigid coax cable.

I think the easiest thing would be to leave the existing camera in place, and wire in a new module in the desired location, with its own plumbing. You can attach to the car harness and tubing at the edge of the grill.

Without knowing the dimensions, I would say that it looks like an SMB connector.

 

[Bronkitis]

Without knowing the dimensions, I would say that it looks like an SMB connector.

Thanks a lot! It does indeed; I'll check the dimensions ASAP. I can't find a weatherproof version that looks like this housing setup online, but it appears to be constructed so as not to interfere with a standard SMB connection (assuming that's what it is).

 

[Bronkitis]

You’re above the pay grade of about 99.9% of the people on this forum

As long as there's one!

 

[Bronkitis]

It'll probably need to be recalibrated if moved, but moving it should be easy.

I'm mostly thinking if I can move it forward, rather than up and down a whole lot, that it'll probably be all right. AFAIK this camera is used only for viewing (AND HOPEFULLY RECORDING, SOON, FORD, WHERE IS MY FORDPASS PERFORMANCE APP!!??!!).

In that case I think you'd get some stitching errors in the birdseye and wide-angle front view, but given the small shift in the view rectangle I don't expect them to be too bad/impactful. Will report back!

 

[Paul Gagnon]

Thanks a lot! It does indeed; I'll check the dimensions ASAP. I can't find a weatherproof version that looks like this housing setup online, but it appears to be constructed so as not to interfere with a standard SMB connection (assuming that's what it is).

Follow the wiring back and there is probably enough slack that you can free up by removing a clip or push pin.

 

[Ingridthehorrible]

Got a look at the camera module today; it seems like it would be pretty easy to 3D-print a relocation bracket for it. I could imagine something that moved it further up the grill, and/or out on a stalk, like the rear camera.

The existing tubing (for washer fluid) and cable (for video) can provide for some amount of relocation, as long as the new location is closer to the top of the grill.

To move it far forward would require additional tubing and longer cabling.

Does anyone know what kind of connection this is for the camera? It's a small, semi-rigid coax cable.

I think the easiest thing would be to leave the existing camera in place, and wire in a new module in the desired location, with its own plumbing. You can attach to the car harness and tubing at the edge of the grill.

Did some research today, based on your pictures, the connector having a brown color and the alignment key positions, the connector in question appears to be a "FAKRA 50 ohm SMB with a "F" code alignment key housing". However an exact part number or manufacturer is going to be harder to obtain. Looked thru some of the various FAKRA connector vendor websites it appears there might be some variations in the actual connector locking mechanisms. When I have some more time will try to nail it down. Have a vested interest in this as I'm trying to decide on a winch solution for a lux package. Present thinking is a self built custom solution for the winch mount. Might decide to try and relocate the camera

 

[XirallicBolts]

I'd be worried about the calibration. Supposedly the IPMB can determine if a camera is out of alignment and there's a set of calibration mats that you aren't going to find on eBay.

Of course i can't remember where i saw all the possible fault codes, nor do i have workshop manuals on my laptop. I'll take a look next time I'm home

 

[Alfie623]

Subscribed. I too want to move the camera to the bull bar of a winch mount.

 

[rtaylor]

Does anyone know what kind of connection this is for the camera? It's a small, semi-rigid coax cable.

Use a universal Fakra Z cable (compatible with all). That way you don't have to track down a specific Fakra connector type to match the keying.

 

[Ingridthehorrible]

I'd be worried about the calibration. Supposedly the IPMB can determine if a camera is out of alignment and there's a set of calibration mats that you aren't going to find on eBay.

Of course i can't remember where i saw all the possible fault codes, nor do i have workshop manuals on my laptop. I'll take a look next time I'm home

Calibration might be a concern but doubt it will set any codes as I believe the only use of the camera is for the forward view and isn't used by any of the vehicle safety systems. My thinking it's most likely will just be a stitching issue with the 360 view. My goal is not to move the camera, it just depends on how much the winch mount solution I go with blocks the camera view. Anything that sticks out past or above the existing bumper will affect the view in some way.

Sooner or later someone will move it and post results

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