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Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by brin wood, Mar 11, 2014.

  1. brin wood

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    Mine is quite dark and like, foggy? Is this typical or is it a problem ?
     
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    Clean the lens

    SM-N900P ?
     
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    Have you cleaned the camera lens in a while? It's located under the license plate lip, left of center, in a black housing. Wet-clean it to prevent scratching the lens.

    Ha--you beat me, JC.
     
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    Went through the carwash today.........thought that would help; it didn't.
     
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    It's not as clear as looking through your phone camera. It's quite foggy compared to your phone resolution

    SM-N900P ?
     
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    The car wash might not get it. I'd get out there with a spray bottle/hose and a sponge/rag/paper towel. Inspect the lens afterwards...maybe it's badly scratched/hazed.
     
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    Certainly possible that the rear camera is failing, if it doesn't help to clean the lens.
     
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    how long have you noticed the backup camera being foggy? did this just happen or you always felt it was foggy from day 1?
     
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    I bought the car in Oct.2013; it has been hazy since then. I thought it was just me but appears hazy no matter the light or weather.
     
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    You should compare it with another prius. Your expectations might be a bit high for this camera, it's very basic, not high resolution at all

    SM-N900P ?
     
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    If the image is dark there are settings on the MFD to alter the brightness and contrast, "while you are in reverse".

    John (Britprius)
     
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    Thanks for the tip John, will try that.
     
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    Did you try going back and cleaning it with a rag or towel? That seems to help mine even when the car wash doesn't.
     
    #13 non_nahs, Mar 22, 2014
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