Don't Hardwire your Dash Cam Like This! (How to hardwire Dashcam Toyota Corolla)

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I show you how I hardwire my dash cam on my Toyota Corolla E210.
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Chapters:
0:00 Intro
1:05 Routing the Cable
3:45 Avoiding the Airbag
5:00 Inserting Cable into car trim
9:00 Final Thoughts
Disclaimers: Vehicle repair, service, modification or installation of aftermarket components should only be performed by a trained professional. Do not try this at home. Injury or Death can occur. I'm not a trained mechanic, I'm a just a guy with some tools in a Garage! Any action you take on the information on the AutoFun KZfaq channel and in the videos, contained therein is strictly at your own risk. Autofun makes no warranties on the accurateness of the information. This video description contains income earning affiliate links.

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@AlexAutoFun 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Everybody! Here is my other video that I recommend watching to fully understand How the Hardwire Kit Works and is connected kzfaq.info/get/bejne/b7ahZrh8trTWk4k.html

@MShaafi 2 жыл бұрын

Hi dear AutoFun I am from Australia and I have Toyota Camry hybrid 2013 and I believe there is no fuse box in the cabin , I believe two fuse boxes in the engine bay , if you are familiar with this . How can I route wires from engine bay fuse box to the cabin?

@AlexAutoFun 2 жыл бұрын

@@MShaafi Hi SHAAFI MEDIA! ah if there is not fuse box inside the cabin, then the installer will have to run the cable thru the car's firewall, some installers will actually drill a hole right thru it, I usually find an existing hole and route the cable thru there. Hope this helps and thanks for watching!

@MShaafi 2 жыл бұрын

@@AlexAutoFun thanks Alex

@AlexAutoFun 2 жыл бұрын

@@MShaafi You're welcome!

@ladha99 2 жыл бұрын

Where is the link to the probe?

@petecaruso5877 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for discussing the possible interference with an airbag deployment. The general public is not knowledgeable about the design, packaging and deployment of side curtain airbags. As a retired airbag design engineer, I would hate to see a carefully designed, tested and validated supplemental restraint product not work properly because a car owner unintentionally degraded the deployment path or timing. Or injure themself in the process of making a modification.

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

You're welcome Pete! and also thank you for your input! with your background this has a lot of weight to it, appreciate you sharing this info, Cheers!

@avinashsrinivas378 Жыл бұрын

Pete, Is it recommened to install the wires behind the airbags then?

@BlenderGamerFreaq Жыл бұрын

I'm having a hard time seeing how a small wire can interfere with the airbag? The airbag being inflated happens which such a force that the cable simply would snap or being pulled with the airbag. Has this ever been tested?

@Gryph0508 Жыл бұрын

@Tobias Brage I think there is less concern that it will mess with the airbag and more concern the cable will mess with your face when it deploys.

@samhain9394 8 ай бұрын

@@Gryph0508lol, right? Or the airbag will yank the cable as it inflates and that cable will yank the dashcam, either of which ending up connecting with your face or body.

@ro6485 Жыл бұрын

Your videos are by far the best hardwire install guides on YT. No wasted time, everything explained clearly and concisely, and different possibilities and options are discussed. Thank you!

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

You're welcome Ronan and thank you!

@Alan-zw2xv 2 жыл бұрын

This is by far the best explained instruction video. Explains the importance of putting fuse tap in the right way. Have seen other videos where they put one tap one way and the other in opposite directions, making one of the connections direct live and bypassing the fuse. Thanks

@AlexAutoFun 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Alan! I appreciate that! Cheers from California! 🍻

@HybridlifeOrg 2 жыл бұрын

I agree very well explained and very clean and safe instructions.

@AlexAutoFun 2 жыл бұрын

@@HybridlifeOrg Thank you Hybrid Life!

@cmlegend88 2 жыл бұрын

Love how calm you are when explaining...good job!

@AlexAutoFun 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you cmlegend! I appreciate that man 🍻

@melvinlopez9594 6 ай бұрын

I second that. It gives you a sense of peace, security and knowledgeable of what he’s explaining. Thanks !!!

@michaelings8429 Жыл бұрын

Thank you. This makes me happy to see someone (like myself) that pays attention to all the details like airbag, fuse-tap power orientation and which fuses are "best"... so many misleading videos on YT - make me shake my head.

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

You're welcome Michaelings and thank you! 🍻

@thomasdarby6084 Жыл бұрын

All I can say here, is that you do a darn good job on these videos! I first watched because I bought a Rove R3 Dash Camera and a hard-wiring kit, and wanted to know how best to install it. Your videos were a big help! Unlike another video I watched, you DID mention the power polarity when re-inserting the fuses. If polarity isn't observed, the dash cam may work but the circuit you plugged into may not! Lol. Thanks again.

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

You're welcome Thomas and thank you!

@jublywubly 2 жыл бұрын

This is a brilliant tutorial! Your instructions are very concise and easy to follow. You also answered the questions I was thinking with regards to the curtain air bag. I may end up doing the same installation process, when I buy a dashcam, for my Camry. I already have a set of the trim removal tools. They're worth every cent. (Not that they cost much anyway.) Thank you for making this video. :-)

@AlexAutoFun 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome jublywubly! glad to hear it helped and thank you for watching! 😃

@vatochingon209 Жыл бұрын

This is one of the most thorough tutorials I've seen on KZfaq, airbag and also the direction of the fuse. Also, I approve of the very chingon bigote😎

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

Thank you vatochingon209! I appreciate that Bud!🍻

@cachondorider 2 жыл бұрын

Why isn't this on the first of the list of videos to watch? You explained well and demonstrate excellent. 👏🏽

@AlexAutoFun 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tortuga Knight! glad to hear it helped!

@touseefk 2 жыл бұрын

Totally agree, very well explained and demostrated. This video should be at the top!

@AlexAutoFun 2 жыл бұрын

@@touseefk Thank you Touseef! I appreciate that my friend!

@Silky_boi 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for a great video! I was hesitant on doing this myself however after watching a few of your videos it turned out to be far easier than I expected. Thank you.

@AlexAutoFun 10 ай бұрын

You're welcome @Silky_boi!

@patrickmaloy5262 2 ай бұрын

Clear and concise! i feel empowered in taking on the task of installing the much needed camera.

@AlexAutoFun 2 ай бұрын

Thank you Patrick!

@emilaubry6856 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for mentioning to be careful to place the wire BEHIND the airbag!

@AlexAutoFun 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Emil! you're welcome and thank you for watching!

@milagrossmith4891 6 ай бұрын

Your mustache is on point😂 now regarding the video, this has been the best and most instructive and informational video I’ve seen. I never knew, nor took into consideration possible interference of the airbag. You have given me much to think about. I will watch your other video to see other ways to wire the dash cam thank you.

@AlexAutoFun 6 ай бұрын

Thank you Milagros!

@pasha.k 5 ай бұрын

Seriously, great detail and explanation on everything precautions. What an awesome video! Keep up the great work! Alex!

@AlexAutoFun 5 ай бұрын

Thank you Pasha!

@johnstewart5621 9 ай бұрын

Alex, great video! Very informative, step by step, simple explanation / instructions, nothing missed (as far as I can tell)! Great job. Thank you!

@AlexAutoFun 9 ай бұрын

Thank you John!

@ernies4627 Жыл бұрын

Great job of explaining and demonstrating. Best I have yet seen.

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

Thank you Ernie!

@filox8 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your video. It’s perfectly explained, keep it up man great job! 👍

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

You're welcome Felix! glad to hear it helped!

@nealadams6826 Жыл бұрын

So well explained and filmed. Thank you

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

You're welcome Neil and thank you! Cheers!

@KristinaSurber-jh7hd 10 ай бұрын

This was a fantastic video. I really appreciate you and your magnificent mustache walking me through this installation!

@AlexAutoFun 10 ай бұрын

Thank you Kristinia! 😊

@ervindelacruz8 2 жыл бұрын

Very clear and informative. Good job 👍

@AlexAutoFun 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Ervin! I appreciate that!

@vaindioux 2 ай бұрын

I stopped at the side airbag issue. Never thought of this. Looking now at bottom wiring. Thxs for the video 👍🏻

@AlexAutoFun 2 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@davidmckinlay555 9 ай бұрын

Thanks very much for the great video and explanation, the best I’ve seen yet! I bought my dash cam in June and it’s still in the wrapper and box as I’ve been very reluctant to go into the fusebox. Your video made it appear “simple”. Still reluctant but will give it a go! Absolutely brilliant!!!

@AlexAutoFun 9 ай бұрын

You're welcome David and thank you!

@davidmckinlay555 9 ай бұрын

@@AlexAutoFun Alex, how big should the new fuses be for these video cameras, 5, 10 or 15 amps?

@AlexAutoFun 9 ай бұрын

Hi David! This is is determined by the hardwire kit being used (some kits have higher Amp fuses and some have lower amp fuses) Cheers!

@davidmckinlay555 9 ай бұрын

@@AlexAutoFun thank you!

@AlexAutoFun 9 ай бұрын

@@davidmckinlay555 You're welcome!

@mathildathemonk9098 10 ай бұрын

Thorough, clear instructions. Thanks!

@AlexAutoFun 10 ай бұрын

You're welcome Mathilda! 😊

@iamblamb501 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video. I used this to help wire a lighting kit onto my car. Didn't know where to put the negative.

@AlexAutoFun 11 ай бұрын

You're welcome Edward!

@davidnclearlaketx 2 жыл бұрын

I like that skill electric screwdriver! Another informative video Alex! 👍😊

@AlexAutoFun 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks David! ah yes that screwdriver does come in handy, battery seems to last forever too!

@davidnclearlaketx 2 жыл бұрын

@@AlexAutoFun I have a couple of larger ones but that one look pretty handy so I looked it up on trusty Amazon and ordered it yesterday. 😂 It's charging up as I type this. 👍 Take care!

@LincolnLagers 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips. Well done!

@AlexAutoFun 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Linda & Pieter Zack! and thank you for watching!

@johnallen9611 Жыл бұрын

Excellent presentation of the process.

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

Thank you John! I appreciate that!

@anonimitie2132 3 ай бұрын

Great job! Informative, thorough, and helpful. Thanks!

@AlexAutoFun 3 ай бұрын

You're welcome and thank you Steven!

@Reddemon815 8 ай бұрын

Excellent video! I really appreciate the breakdown for this specific car model. 6:01 I will say to note, in general, ground should always be the last wire you connect. Correct me if I've overlooked anything, but the reason you connect ground last when jumpstarting is because there's a micro spark when you close the connection, and you would rather have that spark happen on your wide ground cable vs small delicate voltage connection.

@AlexAutoFun 8 ай бұрын

Thank you Red! Ah regarding the order of the connections, you have a good point. I'm not a EE but on house mains, grounded appliances have a grounding pin on their plug that is designed to make contact before Neutral or L. Now on a car, jump starting, the reason we connect the positive first is that if the negative sides are connected first, and the car chassis is bumped with the positive clamp you can create a short. By connecting positive sides first, even if the ground clips touch the body of the car nothing will happen since the car chassis it's self ground. But yeah the order of the connections really just depends on the application (and yep even if connecting negative last, there is a chance for sparks as the connection is made, now this can be an issue when jump starting the battery naturally expels gases that are combustible, which is the reason some smart jump starters or battery maintainers will only deliver power after detecting both clamps are connected eliminating the risk of a spark (and partially the reason we connected negative to the car's body not to the actual negative terminal on the battery). Cheers!

@fredfarnackle5455 7 ай бұрын

Thank you for the video, it was very useful - especially the part about the airbag.

@AlexAutoFun 7 ай бұрын

You're welcome Fred!

@barbie4730 2 жыл бұрын

Lol.... Just came across your video . BECAUSE OF YOUR VIDEO. I will be spending some time today, to rewire my dash cam 🤦🏼‍♀️ I did place over the AIRBAG .. 🤦🏼‍♀️🤝🏻

@AlexAutoFun 2 жыл бұрын

Hi kahlila's World! very common, I think we all done it lol but glad to hear it helped!

@FergusonPower Жыл бұрын

Definitely a great video, thank you!

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

You're welcome FergusonPower! Cheers from California!

@BB-kk7op Жыл бұрын

Another great video I've learned so much watching your videos I think I'm ready to get one and hard wire it just curious what camera you installed in the Corolla

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

Thank you B B! Ah yes I normally run a minimum of 2 dashcams on my car for redundancy, a normal dash cam and a mirror dash cam, this is one of them kzfaq.info/get/bejne/itx7ha6Kpp3Hl4U.html and the mirror dash cam will vary depending on what mirror dash cam I'm testing at the time. Hope this helps, Cheers!

@apAvocado Жыл бұрын

You make it look kind of easy but it doesn’t really look easy for me, lol! I guess I’ll just use the usb cord for my Garmin 67w dash cam and know it only works while the car is on. Excellent video! Thank you.

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

You're welcome A P! yeah I done it some many times now LOL here is another option kzfaq.info/get/bejne/j6ubn9Bqu5zciXk.html in case it helps, Cheers!

@guttagutta420 Жыл бұрын

Yea hardwiring can be a bit of a pita but it’s worth it. No wires and if your dash cam has parking mode then this is the only way to go.

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

@@guttagutta420 Yep, fully agree with you James! 😎

@juliava605 4 ай бұрын

@@AlexAutoFun Do you mean to suggest that if we want to use parking mode with a dash cam we should NOT use the OBDII connection method? Hard-wire only? I just finished watching your OBDII video and didn't get that impression. Please let me know. Thank you for your exceptional videos.

@AlexAutoFun 4 ай бұрын

Hi Julia! The OBD2 adapter will let you monitor the car while parked, however it will not enable true parking mode. Here is my video where I explain this in more detail kzfaq.info/get/bejne/j6ubn9Bqu5zciXk.html Cheers!@@juliava605

@j.mccarthy3008 6 ай бұрын

Amazing!! Great job. Thanks for sharing! 👍

@AlexAutoFun 6 ай бұрын

You're welcome and thank you!

@robk1003 Ай бұрын

Excellent video. I've just installed a dash cam on a VW Golf, and the method is almost identical (the Golf fuse box doesn't have a cover in RHD format, so is a little easier). And yes, i did tuck the cable behind the airbag!

@AlexAutoFun Ай бұрын

Thank you Rob!

@tobymofield6597 4 ай бұрын

Very Clear, and understandable . Thank You.

@AlexAutoFun 4 ай бұрын

You're welcome and thank you Toby!

@ronhawes6976 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for the videos. I greatly appreciate your insight and expertise.

@AlexAutoFun 4 ай бұрын

You're welcome Ron, glad to hear they helped, Cheers!

@mradamp125 Жыл бұрын

Super helpful! Thanks so much dude. Like to followed and subscribed

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

Thanks Adam and welcome to the channel!

@ismokeguam1 Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! Very informative. I do have two questions: 1. Where do you get the small white pliers to pull the fuse out of the fuse box? Does the Corolla come with them? 2. Do you have a video that shows how to install the rear dash cam as well? Thanks!

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

You're welcome ismokeguam1! ah yes the white fuse puller came in this kit kzfaq.info/get/bejne/b7ahZrh8trTWk4k.html however it doesn't last long, I almost consider plastic fuse pullers disposable, small needle pliers last longer. Here is also the video showing the installation of the rear camera kzfaq.info/get/bejne/apqHi7Fpsq-aZqM.html Cheers bud!

@onesikm3 Жыл бұрын

Dammm homie with the handle bars 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

Thanks onesikm ///!

@onesikm3 Жыл бұрын

@@AlexAutoFun welcome 👴

@canucha1985 2 жыл бұрын

Another great and helpful video! Question though, where did you get your tester at? I like how clean it looks and that it doesn't look like a screwdriver like ones I keep seeing online.

@AlexAutoFun 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks canucha1985! Ah yes the probe comes with this kit amzn.to/3fyFELM and yeah I find it super convenient specially for installs like this over a voltmeter or those screwdriver light up type. Here is the full video on the kit kzfaq.info/get/bejne/b7ahZrh8trTWk4k.html Hope this helps and thanks for watching!

@sfam1973 9 ай бұрын

thanks bud i learned a lot from all ur videos

@AlexAutoFun 9 ай бұрын

You're welcome, glad to hear they helped!

@sayftaleb6020 Ай бұрын

Very clear demonstration, thanks

@AlexAutoFun Ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@karatekid3153 7 ай бұрын

Your lesson is so good. i hope someday i have the courage to hook my cam up to the fuse box😅.

@AlexAutoFun 7 ай бұрын

Thank you Philip!

@redzaroasnon Жыл бұрын

Well explained. Thank you.

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

You're welcome Cesar! Glad to hear it helped and thank you for watching!

@walkerneo 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for this! What would it take for the A pillar airbag to deploy while trying to remove that plastic trim? You mentioned horror stories about this, can you share links to examples of this going wrong and why it happened?

@AlexAutoFun 9 ай бұрын

Hi Walker! That is a great question, technically they should only deploy when the car experiences a G load in a specific direction for a certain period of time (as it was to explained to my by an engineer that develops them) However, once a person starts poking and pulling around, the potential for something to cause the air bag to deploy is there. The case I mentioned, sent the tech to the ER where he lasted about a month before he passed. Tragic story and somewhat of freak accident involving an air bag assembly, nevertheless since this was something I saw first hand (the accident scene) it never left my mind. One day I will share this this story on the channel... Cheers!

@gm2256 Жыл бұрын

i have the same car so this is a great video for me. thank you!

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

You're welcome G M! and check out my playlist for Corolla E210 kzfaq.info/sun/PLMLNRyDJO83l-kUEDrJLi4ZMnEB14GQIa got several upgrade videos there for you guys. Cheers!

@sxpress 3 ай бұрын

Great video, really helpful!

@AlexAutoFun 3 ай бұрын

Thank you Sxpress!

@TalhaF Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the vid. Will help me a lot. Could you also do a video on how to: properly wire a rear camera for the Wolfbox or similar mirror dash cam. On a 8th gen Civic Seden. Thanks 🙏

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

You're welcome Talha! ah yes here is that video kzfaq.info/get/bejne/apqHi7Fpsq-aZqM.html it shows both the process for mounting the rear camera in the inside of the car and mounted outside of the car. Hope this helps, Cheers!

@just4therecord Жыл бұрын

Best explanation. I’m going to get a battery pack for the parking mode and plan on installing it at the trunk, plug into a cigarette lighter socket at the back. I’m wondering if I can just route the wires along the edge of the headliner and not run into any airbags cause mine has airbags at all three pillars. 😅

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

Thanks Species 5618! yeah definitely more challenging on newer cars now that there are air bags everywhere (which is good for safety and a slight hassle for us installers LOL) Cheers!

@loaisiwas4483 28 күн бұрын

It's a great video, full of information. Thank you. Do you have details for the next step (or if you have a video) about connecting the hard wire of the rear camera to the front one?

@AlexAutoFun 28 күн бұрын

You're welcome Loai and thank you! Ah the rear camera does not require additional power, it is powered by the main dash cam at front. And here is my video on how I route the rear camera cable kzfaq.info/get/bejne/f7-ClNmSrqjRg40.html Cheers!

@lukecleaver7462 Жыл бұрын

I am looking to get my dashcam installed I'll be sure to make sure whoever does it makes sure to install it in such a way its doesn't interfere with the safety systems so thanks never really thought of this

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

You're welcome Luke! Glad to hear this helped, Cheers!

@RajeevGuptaCETS Жыл бұрын

i like the way u explain the steps.

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

Thanks Rajeev, Cheers!

@kirankumarsridharan 2 ай бұрын

This is really helpful stuff.

@richardrodgers1009 2 жыл бұрын

Very well done!

@AlexAutoFun 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much Richard! and thank you for watching!

@vadimpolyakov2884 5 ай бұрын

Thank you very much friend, you helped me a lot, I made a stamp according to your guidance❤

@AlexAutoFun 5 ай бұрын

You're welcome Vadim!

@Hillbilly973 11 ай бұрын

Excellent! Thank you. 👏👍

@AlexAutoFun 11 ай бұрын

You're welcome Jon, Cheers!

@hoverpilder1905 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for putting this video Alex!! So Awesome! Gives me more confidence to do mine as well. Quick question, is the battery drain noticeable when the 24H parking/TimeLapse option is turned on? Thanks again!

@AlexAutoFun 4 ай бұрын

You're welcome HoverPilder! Ah that will depend on the dash cam that is being used (some use more power than others while in park mode) and also depend on the car's battery, size, age, health condition and state of charge. In addition to that you also want to take in consideration any parasitic draw from other items on the vehicle that use power when the car is off. This is specially common on newer vehicles. For example I have an older Jeep that can sits for months a time with little to no battery draw, then I have a 2017 car that will almost completely drain my battery in a few weeks if the car is not used (mind you that car does not have any aftermarket devices connected to it). And here is the battery tester I use kzfaq.info/get/bejne/oal-pcmSnbi5e4k.html if you want to test your battery for capacity and health, it can also perform a parasitic draw test if needed. Cheers!

@lukei6255 9 ай бұрын

Very good video! Thank you.🎉

@AlexAutoFun 9 ай бұрын

You're welcome Luke and thank you!

@CHIBA280CRV Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the informative video sir 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

You're welcome JOGO! 🍻

@ozanerayaydin 3 ай бұрын

Such a great and instructive video! It touches everything that should be known for such installations. One question popped up when I watched the video: you used one of the empty fuse slots for the hardwire connection. Normally, the diagram shows how much amp that particular slot supports but there is no info regarding the empty slots on the diagram. Did you presume that the lowest would be 5A, or take a blind shot since most dashcams draw less than 5A overall? Overloading might be an issue, that is why I wanted to ask that. Best regards!

@AlexAutoFun 3 ай бұрын

Thank you Ozan! Ah good question, installers can use the cars service manual and the wiring schematics to determine if the internal wiring and current load on the circuit to be tapped can sustain an additional load. And here is my follow up video where I cover how I find ACC and BATT on any car kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gZiZfrubnZiXZWg.html Cheers!

@hetormoreno4040 Жыл бұрын

Hello , thanks for your videos very well explained. Can you tell me when to use a 3 wire kit or a 2 wire kit, and if you know , it is safe to hardwire a highlander hybrid?. Thanks so much.

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

You're He tor Moreno! and thank you! ah yes regarding 2 vs 3 wire hardwire kits, the hardwire kit required will be determined by the dash cam you are using. Some require a 2 wire hardwire kit and some require a 3 wire hardwire kit. Here is a video where I explain the differences in more detail kzfaq.info/get/bejne/j9GpbMKludzbfZc.html Regarding hardwire in a hybrid, this is going to depend greatly on the Make, Model, and yr of the car. Some hybrids have a tiny car battery and a hardwire kit will not yield the same benefit as in gasoline cars with a full size battery. Also in some hybrids (and some electric EVs) are sensitive to hardwire kits and may throw a code if a hardwire kit is connected. The best way to find out if your vehicle is compatible with a hardwire kit would be to check the owners manual or contact the dealer or manufacturer to check if it is. Hope this helps, Cheers!

@anmolmaan6258 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this amazing detailed video! I also watched your video where you talk about the obd port to power the dashcam. Which of these two options should I use? I'm stuck in the middle. The car I'd be working on would be a 2018 Lexus

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

You're welcome Anmol! Ah I usually recommend professional installation but if you are looking to install it yourself the OBD2 method is much easier. Hope this helps, Cheers!

@anmolmaan6258 Жыл бұрын

@@AlexAutoFun Yes, I was inclined towards the OBD2 as well, hopefully everything works fine! Thanks man!

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

@@anmolmaan6258 You're welcome!

@petert696 5 ай бұрын

You are the master of explaining things clearly. Do you have a video of installation of a 2 channel dashcam with a rear camera. Thanks

@AlexAutoFun 5 ай бұрын

Thank you Peter! Ah yes here is my video kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rdKabMSSm7LDh5s.html showing how I install a two channel dash cam with either the rear camera on the inside of the car (the easiest way in my opinion) or the outside of the car (the longer way) Cheers!

@petert696 5 ай бұрын

@@AlexAutoFun legend

@AlexAutoFun 5 ай бұрын

@@petert696 😁

@garymiller2624 Жыл бұрын

Very well done. Thank you

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

You're welcome Gary! and thank you I appreciate that, Cheers!

@gl35 Жыл бұрын

Great instructional video. Cool mustache.

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

Thank you G L! 😁

@harukainari8149 Жыл бұрын

Great video !! Which low profile mini fuse would you recommend to power the camera ? 5 amp or 7.5 amp fuses ??

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

Hi Haruka! I like to stay with the fuse that comes with hardwire kit (since the fuse amp rating will change depending on the kit being used). Hope this helps bud!

@Driverforcash 3 ай бұрын

Wow. Amazing Alex

@AlexAutoFun 3 ай бұрын

Thanks Driverforcash!

@christiamvasquez7476 9 ай бұрын

Dear friend: I just bought a hardwire kit, but only with two wires: one for ground and the other for acc. Questions: 1. can i connect the acc cable on the dc fuse so you can use surveillance and recording modes on the road? or should i buy a hardwire with 3 wires? (including the yellow one) 2. Should I buy a special hardwire kit for cars with autostop function? Thanks for your help. Christiam

@AlexAutoFun 9 ай бұрын

Hi Christian! The install is same but instead of connecting 3 wires only 2 wires are connected (refer to the instructions of the kit to determine the function of the 2 wires, most use GND and ACC and some use GND and BATT). Here is my hardwire video where I cover 2 lead and 3 lead hardwire kits and low voltage cut off kzfaq.info/get/bejne/j9GpbMKludzbfZc.html and here is my follow up video showing the hardwire install process in more detail kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gZiZfrubnZiXZWg.html Cheers!

@christiamvasquez7476 9 ай бұрын

@@AlexAutoFun thanks for your time, Alex. I will replace the 2 wire kit for the 3 wire one and tell you if I have had success. Could you please me recommend a battery bank in case doesn't work with the 3 wire kit? Thanks again. :-)

@AlexAutoFun 9 ай бұрын

You're welcome Christian! Ah yes some people do run their dash cams off a battery pack. However I prefer a normal cigarette lighter adapter or standard hardwire kit since here in California we experience really hot temperatures which I would not want to subject the Li-ion battery to, that and the potential for a run away event (fire) during charging or discharging inside the car. Here is an example of a internal dash cam battery and what the sun did to it kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fr1ondST0cXFqYk.html and a video of battery related fire I personally experienced kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jsyHmq1p09uRgnU.html (destroyed the house) Hope this helps, Cheers!@@christiamvasquez7476

@mikeb6902 2 жыл бұрын

wonder if there is enough wire to run the cable instead of going up and across, go down and across (avoiding the side curtain airbag altogether) and go under the interior plastics at the bottom of the doors and then up through the panel beside the rear seat and then to the camera, thoughts?

@AlexAutoFun 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Mike! yes that is a good idea on most dash cams there is enough length to route the cable in a different way avoiding the air bag all together. Hope this helps and thanks for watching!

@tedmartinez4406 Ай бұрын

I really enjoy your install videos, very informative and very professional. Do you have experience with dash cam installs on 2023 C8's? I would appreciate your expert advise on what type of dash cam is best for that car model and any install advise? Thank you

@AlexAutoFun Ай бұрын

Thank you Ted! Ah I haven't done an install on a C8 yet but most installs for the most part are very similar (same techniques and challenges). Regarding a good dash cam for the C8, there are some good options out there. Just depends on what you are looking for in a dash cam. I run different ones on my cars so what I usually tell people looking for the right dash cam for them is to start by picking the style of dash cam (Mirror or classic stick). Then how many cameras does it need to have (1, 2 or 3). Now that you have narrowed your selections, consider how much you want to spend on one, that will narrow your choices even further. Then consider any special features you are looking for such as 360° video, Side Camera, Wi-Fi, Parking monitor without hardwire, cloud support, High Frame Rate. Finally you would want to compare video quality. I have several dashcam reviews on my channel under the playlist "dashcams" if you like to compare them. Cheers!

@johnnMabe 4 ай бұрын

Very good video. Nicely done.

@AlexAutoFun 4 ай бұрын

Thank you John!

@TL-vp8uh 9 ай бұрын

Wow, you have some great videos! I'm in the process of searching for a good dash cam with a rear camera as well as motion sensor for parking, but then I realized I wouldn't be able to install it myself because it has to be hard wired. Can any auto shop install these cameras, or maybe the dealership where I bought the car? Thank you for all the detailed information, I feel like I can actually have a more intelligent conversation, even if I'm afraid to install it myself.

@AlexAutoFun 9 ай бұрын

Thank you T L! Ah yes here are a couple choices with motion detection, this one is radar based kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rLt1pqyKqqi6k58.html and these ones are vision based kzfaq.info/get/bejne/e8tzhttkmtPPgI0.html and kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ot2fhsWa3NC3mZ8.html Regarding installation, some shops that install tint, radios and radars usually also install dash cams. There are also dedicated dash cam installers too. So I would recommend getting a couple quotes from several places to check on pricing but also to check if they are experienced on it (and ideally licensed and insured). Cheers!

@TL-vp8uh 9 ай бұрын

@AlexAutoFun thank you for the information, Alex. I'm actually looking at the VIOFO 139A Pro, but I will take a look at the Wolfbox G890 you posted above.

@AlexAutoFun 9 ай бұрын

@@TL-vp8uh You're welcome!

@francohurtado3941 7 ай бұрын

Good thing to know about the air bags thanks

@AlexAutoFun 7 ай бұрын

You're welcome Franco!

@flightmech130 8 ай бұрын

Hi just a quick question cigar fuse on my car is 20amp so a combination of 15 and 5 amp should be there? Correct? Thanks for the video

@AlexAutoFun 8 ай бұрын

You're welcome! Ah not sure if you are looking for the maximum Amp rating of your cigarette lighter plug, but if you are, yes if it has a 20 Amp fuse, then 20 amps is the maximum it will handle before the fuse pops. Cheers!

@flightmech130 8 ай бұрын

Thank you for your reply! Or maybe i will just put back the 20amp together with the hardwire kit dash cam fuse in it? Im confuse sorry

@AlexAutoFun 8 ай бұрын

You're welcome! Ah you are referring to the fuses used on when installing a hardwire kit, here is my video where I cover this in more detail kzfaq.info/get/bejne/h-CnbNyGvrSbqqM.html and here is the install process in close detail kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gZiZfrubnZiXZWg.html Cheers! @@flightmech130

@user-nm1wo5fc8r 3 ай бұрын

Priceless, especially when mention airbag problems

@AlexAutoFun 3 ай бұрын

Thank you Valtair!

@byronarevalo9200 8 ай бұрын

Thanks this's really helpful 😊,

@AlexAutoFun 8 ай бұрын

You're welcome Byron!

@makeitworktom Жыл бұрын

Alex. May I ask some questions I did not find answered in your video about the features of the Red Tiger F7N.1 Does it have stabilization. 2 What are the viewing angles for front and rear cameras.3 Can it record 30 and 60 frames per second.4 How well can the microphone record someone talking at the front windows partially open, say 3 inches from the top in case you are stopped by the police. 5 Have you compared the quality of the 2 cameras to a Blackvue DR900x or other high end dash cam. 6 can it upload a video stream to a cloud based service. 7. Can you take the camera off the window but keep power on so you can take videos from you hand? Thanks Lloyd

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

Hi Lloyd! ah typically dash cams do not have true stabilization (a few claim they have it use software to stabilize the picture which can in some cases decrease the resolution) But I think you knew what project I was working on next! lol here is the newest released video that should answer most of the other questions kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gZ2hiLV1y9W2Z5c.html For high frame rate I would recommend this one kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fNubjLJkrp6oYY0.html and for cloud storage I would recommend this one kzfaq.info/get/bejne/eKd1e5eXl9vQdac.html Hope this helps and cheers!

@sanjgunetileke8836 11 ай бұрын

Great video, thank you! Can the battery wire be left without connecting it to the fuse box? I don't want continuous recording.

@AlexAutoFun 11 ай бұрын

Thanks Sanj! Ah regarding the BATT wire, most dash cams that require a 3 lead hardwire kit will usually need all 3 wires to be connected in order for the kit to work correctly. Most dash cam also will let you turn off park monitor if you don't need it. And here is my hardwire kit video kzfaq.info/get/bejne/j9GpbMKludzbfZc.html showing the different types of hardwire kits available for dash cams. Hope this helps, Cheers!

@christopherbassit2757 Жыл бұрын

This is gonna help me in my gr corolla! I also have a neon srt4

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Two Epic Cars! 🍻

@christopherbassit2757 Жыл бұрын

@@AlexAutoFun thanks you! Been watching for a while thanks for everything!!

@Clayton3985 3 ай бұрын

Great videos On the hardwire kit will that be comparable with the Cobra Dash camera SC200D? Thank you

@AlexAutoFun 3 ай бұрын

Thank you Clayton! Ah unfortunately I'm not familiar with the SC200D or it's hardwire kit. I may need to add it to the list of dash cams to test (the list is getting longer by the day!) Stay tuned, Cheers!

@anthonycortez_png 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! I saw on the constant power cable box that it has fuse specs listed as: 250V 2A. Around 8:55 it looks like there's an 15 amp fuse on the accessory port. Wouldn't both the power and accessory fuses need to be 2A? Thanks for the help!

@AlexAutoFun 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Anthony! ah yes the hard wire kit I installed on this video has a maximum output rating of 2A (this will vary from kit to kit), I like to use the fuses that the kit comes with for warranty purposes (in this case they were 15 amp fuses) but I know some viewers has swapped in smaller ones (the idea would be that the fuse could be popped earlier than 15A). Hope this makes sense and thanks for watching bud!

@anthonycortez_png 2 жыл бұрын

@@AlexAutoFun Thank you for getting back to me so quickly! I admit I'm not very familiar with wiring/fuses. The fuse taps I bought came with various sized fuses. Should I use a 2A fuse on both the accessory and power cables? The fuse taps I bought come with one that is a 3A fuse. Would those be ok?

@AlexAutoFun 2 жыл бұрын

@@anthonycortez_png Hi Anthony! what I usually do for the fuse taps is use the same Amp rating as what came with the hardwire kit, so If your hard wire kit came with 2amp fuses then yeah I would use 2amp fuses. Here is another I made where I show how to swap those fuse taps in case you need to do this kzfaq.info/get/bejne/h-CnbNyGvrSbqqM.html Hope this helps bud!

@AjMcandrew-kj2ip Жыл бұрын

I'm have same problem my hard wire kit has 15 fuses as well

@AjMcandrew-kj2ip Жыл бұрын

So can I use these fuses my car has some 10 and 20 fuses

@AmrikSaini 2 жыл бұрын

Sei stato bravissimo a spiegare.

@AlexAutoFun 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Amrik Singh!

@Jahalang82 Жыл бұрын

Ok I'm going to have to go back into the a pillars and redo the wiring then. When I installed my wires I just fed it through the crevice with a tool and you said it is over the airbag. I dont trust it now lol so I want to redo it proper. I had to buy s different hardwire kit for my GKU m11 as the one I bought only supported ACC and ground so I couldnt enable parking monitor mode. Once that new kit arrives Friday, I'll redo the GPS and the power to the cam like you suggested.

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

Hi Jahalang82! yeah definitely worth it to use a hardwire that enables parking mode, you never know what could happen when the car is parked and your away from it. Cheers!

@kazshindle8155 7 ай бұрын

Hi! I'm trying to hardwire a dashcam to my Corolla as well but I'm running into a problem and am wondering if you can help. My fuse for the cigarette lighter is wrapped with some kind of wire, so I was trying to use another one. I tested the fuses for the wipers and the washing mechanism and they did not light up when the car was turned off. I plugged in my dashcam in the fuse and plugged in the wiper fuse as well. However, when I plugged in the dashcam, it turned on when I hadn't turned on the car. According to the instructions, this means I plugged it into a fuse with no power or one with constant power. Is there a different fuse I should try? Thanks for all your videos, they're super helpful!

@AlexAutoFun 7 ай бұрын

Hi Kaz! Correct, if the ACC or BATT wire from the hardwire kit is plugged into a spot that does not have power at the correct time, the dash cam will not turn on. Here is my videokzfaq.info/get/bejne/gZiZfrubnZiXZWg.html where I show how I find ACC and BATT on any vehicle. Cheers!

@johnspitta6725 Жыл бұрын

Great advice!

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

Thanks John!

@ShermanKampe 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for yor reply on my last comment.. My cam turns on and off with car, and i set the G-sensor setting and then also the time lapse parking monitoring and I am not having any luck getting it to record? or like playback footage. I tried to walk in front and bump into my car but no dice.. :/

@AlexAutoFun 8 ай бұрын

Hi Sherman! Not sure what dash cam you are using or how it's connected, but I would recommend referring to the owners manual that came with it to determine how to enable parking mode. Cheers!

@kevinlbrockway 6 ай бұрын

another great video!

@AlexAutoFun 6 ай бұрын

Thank you Kevin!

@charlesdada6434 9 ай бұрын

Come for the wiring tips, stay for the mustache envy

@AlexAutoFun 9 ай бұрын

Thank you Charles!

@justatiger6268 4 ай бұрын

Excellent video!!!

@AlexAutoFun 4 ай бұрын

Thanks Tiger!

@catalinasantiago7546 2 жыл бұрын

Great Video Great Mustache!!!

@AlexAutoFun 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Catalina! I appreciate that!

@tugatek 7 ай бұрын

Great video 👍🏻

@AlexAutoFun 7 ай бұрын

Thank you Tugatek!

@onderagtas4914 6 ай бұрын

Hello, thank you for your information. Except for the empty fuses in this diagram, which fuse would you recommend for battery power? I do not have a volt measuring device.

@AlexAutoFun 6 ай бұрын

You're welcome! and yes here is my follow up video showing how I find ACC and BATT on any vehicle kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gZiZfrubnZiXZWg.html Cheers!

@johnnyo5237 5 ай бұрын

Hi. Great video. I have a 2021 Toyota C-HR. I'm going to assume that he fuse box is probably in the same location as the one in this video. I'm a little weary about installing the cable in or around the pillar where the airbag is located. I was thinking about taking my car to a professional to do this, but looking around, the cheapest deal I could find to have it professionally installed starts at $150.00. Kind of expensive for the amount of time it takes to get this done....hence the reason for me looking at doing it myself. I have my dash cam in the center of the windshield. Just wondering what your thoughts are on a newbie doing this wiring. Thanks.

@AlexAutoFun 5 ай бұрын

Thank you Johnny! Yep working around live airbags is definitely not for the faint of heart, there is also the potential of breaking panels or panel retainers if not experienced on how those are released. So I do strongly recommend profession installation due to the dangers mentioned on this video with air bags and the issues caused if erroneously tapping a critical system of the vehicle explained in my dedicated hardwire here kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gZiZfrubnZiXZWg.html Cheers!

@STARBOYJESUS 18 күн бұрын

Nice explanation ❤

@AlexAutoFun 18 күн бұрын

Thank you Starboy!

@susantasharma Жыл бұрын

Very useful. Thanks a lot

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

You're welcome Susanta! Glad to hear it helped 😊

@susantasharma Жыл бұрын

@@AlexAutoFun I have watched few other videos of yours as well. Very informative. I am your new subscriber

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

@@susantasharma Thank you Susanta! and welcome aboard! 😊

@lolamiarico Жыл бұрын

Muchas gracias por tu tiempo ! Me han servido tus videos saludos 🖖

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

Denanda, Saludos! 😀

@lolamiarico Жыл бұрын

@@AlexAutoFun ya te platicaré si me funciono bien la instalación

@lolamiarico Жыл бұрын

Ya hice la instalación y todo funciona muy bien una pregunta no se descarga la batería del carro ?

@AlexAutoFun Жыл бұрын

@@lolamiarico Hola La Peluche! Yo utilizo hardwire kits con proteccion contra bajo voltaje (para prevenir descargar la bateria) Aqui esta mi video que explica eso en mas detalle kzfaq.info/get/bejne/j9GpbMKludzbfZc.html Saludos!

@lolamiarico Жыл бұрын

@@AlexAutoFun muchísimas gracias por tu apoyo

@harpinderbrar6503 4 ай бұрын

Very informative and fast. Just one question what if I only want to run my camera while my ignition is on? Do I need to plug in cigarette lighter fuse only?

@AlexAutoFun 4 ай бұрын

Hi Harpinder! Most dash cams that require a 3 lead hardwire kit will usually need all 3 wires to be connected in order for the dash cam to work correctly. What I recommend when someone does not need park monitoring, is just to turn it off in the settings menu (most dash cams will let you turn off this feature) which will allow the dash to only run when the car is on. Cheers!