BRANDMOTION SUTV-8837 Spare Tire Mounted Backup Camera Instruction Manual
- June 1, 2024
- BRANDMOTION
Table of Contents
- BRANDMOTION SUTV-8837 Spare Tire Mounted Backup Camera
- Product Usage Instructions
- Kit Contents
- Programming Instructions
- Install Rear View Camera
- Install Rear View Camera Chassis Harness
- Connecting to Power
- Finishing Installation
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
BRANDMOTION SUTV-8837 Spare Tire Mounted Backup Camera
Specifications
- Product: SummitViewTM Jeep Wrangler (JK/JL) Adjustable Rear Vision System with CMOS Camera For Factory Display
- Part Number: SUTV-8847
Product Features
- CMOS Camera
- Adjustable 5th Wheel Camera Mount
- Video Chassis Harness
- RCA to Factory 22 Pin connector
- Flash Module
- Push Nuts
- Zipties
Product Usage Instructions
Programming Instructions
- These modules are VIN locked for single vehicle use.
- Start the vehicle and let it run for 20-30 seconds before proceeding. Failure to do so may void the warranty.
- Plug the module into the OBDII port under the dash on the driver’s side and wait for the green LED to light up.
- Shift into reverse to test the camera functionality.
Install Rear View Camera – Part 1
- Gain access to the back of your factory radio by following these steps:
- Remove the rubber bin insert from the top of the dash.
- Remove the 7mm bolt under the rubber bin insert.
- Use a plastic trim removal tool to remove the window switch panel.
- Disconnect harness from window switches.
- Remove the 7mm bolt behind the window switch panel.
FAQ
Q: What should I do if I encounter issues during installation?
A: If you encounter any issues during installation or programming, please
contact Brandmotion technical support at
734-619-1250 for assistance.
SummitView™ Jeep Wrangler (JK/JL)
Adjustable Rear Vision System with CMOS Camera For Factory Display
SUTV-8837
Kit Contents
Kit Contents:
1x CMOS Camera
1x Adjustable 5th Wheel Camera Mount
1x Video Chassis Harness
1x RCA to Factory 22 Pin connector
1x Flash Module
3x Push Nuts
15x Zip ties
Programming Instructions
- PLEASE NOTE: These modules are VIN locked for single vehicle use. If your vehicle ever needs a radio replaced or is flashed by a dealership, you can reprogram with this programmer.
- Start the vehicle. Allow it to run for 20-30 seconds before proceeding. *Failure to start the vehicle before inserting the programming module can cause catastrophic failure of the module and void your warranty on this part.
- Plug module into OBDII port, located under the dash on the driver’s side, and wait for the green LED to light up, then remove the module.
- Shift into reverse. If you get a black/blue screen with “Check your Surroundings”, the flash has been successful and you can proceed with testing the camera.
Install Rear View Camera
Part 1 Preparing the Radio
- First, you need to gain access to the back of your factory radio. Start by removing the rubber bin insert from the top of the dash
- Remove the 7mm bolt under the rubber bin insert.
- Using a plastic trim removal tool, remove the window switch panel.
- Disconnect harness from window switches
- Remove the 7mm bolt behind the window switch panel.
- Remove driver knee bolster cover
- Remove (2) 7mm bolts on both sides of the steering column.
- Remove center stack/cluster trim
- Remove the glove box for access. You will need access to the area behind the glove box to make your connection to the radio.
- Remove (4) 7mm bolts to remove radio from dash
- Locate the White 22 pin connector with a female RCA that was included with your kit. Plug the 22 pin into the open connection on the back of your radio.
- Run the RCA towards the passenger side through the dash and let it rest behind the glove box. RCA should be visible through the glove box opening.
- Reassemble the radio and surrounding panels, but leave the glove box disassembled.
Part 2 Camera functionality test (Highly recommended, not required)
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8837:
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There will be three wires accompanying the RCA: Red, Green, and Black
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Twist red and green together = Power
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Black = Ground
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Using an wire extension (not supplied)
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Connect twisted red and green directly to positive terminal of battery
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Connect Black to negative terminal of battery
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Test Camera
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Connect RCA to Aftermarket radio and
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Turn Key to on position
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Place the vehicle in reverse and verify a good image.
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8847:
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There will be two wires at the rear of the harness near the camera
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Red= Power
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Black = Ground
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Using an wire extension (not supplied)
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Connect red wire directly to positive terminal of battery
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Connect Black to negative terminal of battery
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Test Camera
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Connect RCA to Aftermarket radio and
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Turn Key to on position
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Place the vehicle in reverse and verify a good image.
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8857:
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There will be two wires accompanying the RCA: Red and Black
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Red= Power
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Black = Ground
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Using an wire extension (not supplied)
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Connect Red wire directly to positive terminal of battery
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Connect Black to negative terminal of battery
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Test Camera
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Connect RCA to Aftermarket radio
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Turn Key to on position
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Place the vehicle in reverse and verify a good image.
Part 3 Installing Rear Camera on Tire Carrier
- Remove your spare tire and place the camera bracket on the top two studs.
- Secure bracket to carrier using (2) push nuts to secure the bracket on two top studs.
- The nylon washer will go on the bottom stud and will be secured with the third push nut.
- Place your tire on the carrier and make any needed adjustments to the camera placement to see through the wheel spokes.
- Once the orientation is satisfactory, tighten two adjustment screws on bracket.
- Reinstall the spare tire on the carrier.
Install Rear View Camera Chassis Harness
- Using a plastic trim removal tool, remove interior panels on the inside of the rear gate
- Insert camera connector through the rear relief/vent flap behind the spare tire mount. DO NOT RUN THROUGH CENTER HOLE OF TIRE CARRIER
- Gently pull harness through relief door and connect your camera harness to your chassis harness.
- Use supplied wire ties to secure chassis harness to existing harness in the tailgate.
- Use supplied wire ties to secure chassis harness to exterior of fabric factory wire cover connecting tailgate to body. Do not run though fabric factory wire cover. CAUTION: Leave enough slack to allow the gate to open fully
- Using a plastic trim removal tool, remove rear access (behind seat belt) panel to expose 10mm bolt, and remove bolt. Failure to remove this bolt will break the panel.
- Remove interior rear quarter panel
- FOR 8848, you will need to ground black wire at a good chassis ground. Isolate the red wire with electrical tape. You will connect to power at the front of the vehicle in later steps.
- Pull back carpet and continue running chassis harness forward under sill plates and B-pillar cover to passenger kick panel
- Use a plastic trim removal tool to remove the (2) plastic push pins and remove passenger sill plate/kick panel.
- Run the chassis harness behind the glove box and into the radio cavity.
Connecting to Power
Part 1
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8837:
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There will be three wires accompanying the RCA in the passenger panel: Red, Green, and Black
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Twist red and green together = Power
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Black = Ground
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Identify power output from your aftermarket radio
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Connect twisted red and green wire to power output from radio
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Connect black wire to Chassis ground. We recommend using factory chassis grounding point.
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8847:
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Identify red power wire exiting the back of the yellow RCA from your camera chassis harness
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Identify power output from your aftermarket radio
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Connect Red wire to power output from your aftermarket radio
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Connect black wire to Chassis ground. We recommend using factory chassis grounding point.
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8857:
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Connect jumper power harness to chassis harness (if not already connected)
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Separate power and ground wires at jumper harness
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Red = Power
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Black = Ground
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Identify power output from your aftermarket radio
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Connect red wire to power output from your aftermarket radio.
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Connect black wire to Chassis ground. We recommend using factory chassis grounding point.
Finishing Installation
Part 1
- Connect male RCA of chassis harness to female RCA behind glove box.
- Test camera
- Twist red and green together = Power
- Black = Ground
- Reassemble vehicle in reverse order of removal
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