How to run backup camera wires in a sedan | Crutchfield

Running power, ground and signal wires for a backup camera in a sedan is a straightforward process, but it does take some planning to pull it off. In this video, one of Crutchfield's tech support specialists walks you through a typical backup camera installation in a 4-door sedan.
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0:00 Overview
0:52 Tapping into reverse wire
2:30 Drilling hole for wire run
4:41 Getting cable into the car
5:40 Attaching power wire at the rear
6:53 Making a ground connection
8:02 Running cable from back to front
11:43 Fishing wires behind the radio
13:28 Mounting the camera
15:22 Recap

[@brianasimor9402]

Thanks for this video. It gave me the courage to tackle this project.

[@crutchfield]

You're welcome, Brian! How did your install go?

[@kimshannon6408]

That was a great tutorial, really enjoyed it. Hope I can do this myself. I like the grommet idea, will have to find some.

[@crutchfield]

Thanks, Kim. Keep in mind, you can call our Tech Support for help installing a camera or any other components you purchase here.

[@hipposnsnitch3453]

I'm trying to install a backup camera now😅. Thanks for the video

[@crutchfield]

You're welcome. Hope your installation goes well.

[@alexandrecouture2462]

Thank you!

[@yky257]

Thanks for the video. I am trying to install the Boss Elite Rear-View License Plate Mount Camera - ELPC40B in my 2001 Corolla. I would like to ask two questions. Is the reverse or backup light supposed to be part of the trunk lid that is raised when you open the trunk? For the Boss camera, should the red wire from both the extension cable and the power cable (which has a tiny red wire and black wire) be attached to the rear light positive wire? Thanks in advance!

[@crutchfield]

There is no cut and dry answer on what the reverse or backups lights should or are supposed to be built into. In this example, they were not part of the trunk lid
Red wires on backup cameras are typically positive but it is best to check the wiring information that is often found in the owner's manual. If the camera will be used as only a backup aid and only needs to be on when the vehicle is in reverse, the reverse light power wires are often used to get power to the camera. The convenience wire included on the video cable only needs to be used when the camera needs to be used at times when the vehicle is not in reverse gear; this wire helps get the camera's power from another sources. Sources that are always on when the vehicle is running.

[@Bruceceee]

If i have to drill a hole i may do it a few inches directly below the trunk keyhole

[@kimshannon6408]

Is it possible to use a circut tester instead of a multimeter to check the reverse wire?

[@crutchfield]

Yes.

[@sirhoopalot1]

WHat did you connect the ground wire to? The body/frame of the car?

[@crutchfield]

Yes, it can be connected directly to a metal chassis grounding point. In this video, a factory bolt was used.