Reverse Sensors Wiring

[Jay-ZS+]

how difficult is it to wire up on a mk1 I wonder? obviously the bumper doesnt have the holes but thats ok I own a hammer

[SheppeyTrio]

Originally Posted by Jay-ZS+

how difficult is it to wire up on a mk1 I wonder? obviously the bumper doesnt have the holes but thats ok I own a hammer

The kits i bought come with a holesaw!!

[Z Scotland]

Originally Posted by Jay-ZS+

how difficult is it to wire up on a mk1 I wonder? obviously the bumper doesnt have the holes but thats ok I own a hammer

These are really easy to wire and fit.

Remove bumper! Mk2 are marked on the inside where to cut, Mk1 you will have to use your own judgment.

Wiring is simple! position the control box in the boot either to the left or right behind carpet. The red wire taps into the reverse light and the black to an earth then you plug this in to the control box. Then fit the sensors to the bumper and feed through a grommet at the back of boot (lift bumper into position at same time) and plug into control box. Finally plug in the bleeper to the control box and position appropriately.

Attach bumper and test: Job done.

Hugh

[RudeDogg1]

u just push the power cable into the reverse light connector on the rear cluster simples

[DeMoNPauL]

Originally Posted by RudeDogg1

u just push the power cable into the reverse light connector on the rear cluster simples

3 amp 2-way block connectors are more secure.

[KevG]

Originally Posted by DeMoNPauL

3 amp 2-way block connectors are more secure.

Any type of connector that looks like a "bodge job" is no use in a car, if you were going to splice wires then heatshrink, insulating tape, soldering iron and solder are always the best way to go.

Scotchlocks (Blue 3M type)
Chocolate Block (terminal strip), should never be used in a car.

[KevG]

BMW PDC controller, same as the Rover unit on ebay

[talkingcars]

At that price I think I'd get the cheap eBay ones...........

[SheppeyTrio]

Very happy with myself!!! Whilst sorting out the baggy bum of my car i also fitted new reversing sensors!! And they actually work!!! LoL. Will post some pics later, prob in the members cars section!!