Original BMW Accessories.

Installation Instructions.
Retrofit Reversing camera
BMW X5 (E70)
BMW X6 (E71)

Installation instructions valid only for vehicles with optional extra 508 (PDC) and
- optional extra 601 (TV function)
- optional extra 609 (navigation system Professional)

Retrofit kit No. 66 21 0 417 969 Retrofit kit Reversing camera

Installation time
The installation time of approx. 4.0 hours may vary depending on the vehicle's condition and equipment.
The vehicle must be updated to the latest I-level status by flashing before installing the retrofit. Differing program-
ming times may be necessary depending on the production age of the vehicle and on work previously performed
on the vehicle.
The installation time given does not include time needed for programming/encoding.
The total costs for the programming time should be taken into account when calculating retrofitting costs
(reimbursement through warranty is not permissible).

Important information
These installation instructions are primarily designed for use within the BMW dealership organisation and by
authorised BMW service companies.
In any event, the target group for these installation instructions is specialist personnel trained on BMW cars with
the appropriate specialist knowledge.
All work must be completed using the latest BMW repair manuals, circuit diagrams, servicing manuals and work
instructions, in a rational order, using the specified tools (special tools) and observing current health and safety
regulations.

In the event of installation or functional problems, limit troubleshooting to 0.5 hours for mechanical
jobs and 1.0 hours for electrical jobs.
To avoid unnecessary work and costs, send a corresponding enquiry via the Aftersales Assistance Portal (ASAP)
using the technical parts support application.
Please quote the following:
- Vehicle identification number
- Part number of the retrofit kit
- Exact description of the problem
- Work already carried out.

Instructions for the customer

The "Customer information" section at the end of the installation instructions should be printed out
and handed over to the customer.
Do not archive the hard copy of these installation instructions since daily updates are made by ASAP!

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Installation information
Ensure that the cables/lines are not kinked or damaged as you install them in the car. Costs incurred as a result of
incorrect installation will not be reimbursed by BMW AG.
All pictures show LHD cars; proceed accordingly on RHD cars.
Additional cables/lines that you install must be secured with cable ties.
Bridges, double crimp or parallel connections must be made if the specified PIN chambers are already occupied.

Ordering information
The wiring loom AVM N and AVM O must be additionally ordered for vehicles without optional extra 601 but
equipped with optional extra 696 (see EPC for instructions and part number).

List of optional extras

The following optional extras must be taken into account when installing the retrofit kit:
Optional extra 601 TV function
Optional extra 609 Navigation system Professional
Optional extra 696 6-DVD changer

Special tools required

00 9 317 Trim panel wedge

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Contents

Section Page

1. Parts overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

2. Preparatory work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

3. Installation and cabling diagram for vehicles with optional extra 609 and without optional extra 696 . . . . 7

4. Installation and cabling diagram for vehicles with optional extra 609 and with optional extra 696 . . . . . . . 8

5. Installation and cabling diagram for vehicles with optional extra 601 (TV function) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

6. Connections diagram, wiring loom for reversing camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

7. Connections diagram, wiring loom for AVM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

8. Installing reversing camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

9. Finishing off and coding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

10. Circuit diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

11. Customer information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

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1. Parts overview

C D E F

G H I J K L M

071 0216 Z

A Reversing camera wiring harness

B Reversing camera
C Rubber grommet
D Screw (2x)
E Miniature connector
F Minifuse 10A
G Cable tie (20x)
H Socket insert, 12-pin
I Socket housing, WS, 6-pin
J Socket housing, SW, 6-pin
K Cover, WS, 12-pin
L Cover, GN, 18-pin
M Socket insert, SW, 18-pin

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N O P Q

070 0743 Z

N AVM wiring loom

O AVM (not included in retrofit kit)
P SW 3-pin socket housing
Q SW 4-pin socket housing

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2. Preparatory work

ISTA No.
Perform quick test ---
Disconnect negative terminal of battery 12 00 ...

Remove the following components

Rear bench seat 52 24 005
Sill panel, front left 51 47 000
Sill panel, rear left 51 47 030
B-pillar trim, left 51 43 150
Luggage compartment floor trim panel 51 47 101
Rear seat backrest, for vehicles with split rear bench seat 52 24 015
Luggage compartment wheel arch trim panel, left 51 47 151
Luggage compartment wheel arch trim panel, right 51 47 161
Side trim panel on A-pillar in left footwell 51 43 070
Pedal assembly trim panel 51 45 185
Tailgate trim, upper section 51 49 060
D-pillar trim, left 51 43 252
Video module, only with optional extra 601 65 50 011
Trim cover on rear apron 51 46 050
Navigation computer/CCC 65 90 511

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3. Installation and cabling diagram for vehicles with optional extra 609 and
without optional extra 696

4 3
B

2
1

% % -

Legend

A Reversing camera wiring harness

B Reversing camera

1 Navigation computer/CCC
2 Only E70 vehicles
Earth branch connector X151

Only E71 vehicles

Negative battery terminal, X1369
3 Fuse holder X11012
4 K-CAN X300

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4. Installation and cabling diagram for vehicles with optional extra 609 and
with optional extra 696

4 3
B

2
1

N
A
O

070 0735 Z

Legend

A Reversing camera wiring harness

B Reversing camera
N AVM wiring loom
O AVM

1 Navigation computer/CCC
2 Only E70 vehicles
Earth branch connector X151

Only E71 vehicles

Negative battery terminal, X1369
3 Fuse holder X11012
4 K-CAN X300

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4 3
B

A
1

% % -

Legend

A Reversing camera wiring harness

B Reversing camera

1 Navigation computer/CCC
2 Only E70 vehicles
Earth branch connector X151

Only E71 vehicles

Negative battery terminal, X1369
3 Fuse holder X11012
4 K-CAN X300

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6. Connections diagram, wiring loom for reversing camera

A16 A15
A14
A13
A12

A11
A17 A10
A9
A18
A8
A7
A6

A5
A1 A
A2

A3 A4
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Item Description Signal Cable colours/ Plug-in location in vehicle Designation/

cross section plug-in location
A Reversing camera wiring harness --- --- --- ---
A1 Socket contact FBAS RFK SW Only vehicles without optional extra 601 X13814
0.35 mm² WS 12-pin socket housing H PIN 4
at navigation computer N38
A2 Socket contact FBAS GND RFK GE Only vehicles without optional extra 601 X13814
0.35 mm² WS 12-pin socket housing H PIN 2
at navigation computer N38
A3 Socket contact FBAS RFK GE/SW Only vehicles with optional extra 601 X18804
0.35 mm² At VM PIN 1
A4 Socket contact FBAS GND RFK GN Only vehicles with optional extra 601 X18804
0.35 mm² At VM PIN 10
A5 Ring lug Kl. 31 BR Only E70 vehicles
0.5 mm² At earth branch connector X151
Only E71 vehicles
At negative battery terminal X1369
A6 Socket contact FBAS RFK GE/SW Only vehicles with optional extra 601 J
0.35 mm² At reversing camera B PIN 2
A7 Socket contact FBAS GND RFK GN Only vehicles with optional extra 601 J
0.35 mm² At reversing camera B PIN 6
A8 Socket contact Shield TR Only vehicles with optional extra 601 J
0.35 mm² At reversing camera B PIN 4

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A16 A15
A14
A13
A12

A11
A17 A10
A9
A18
A8
A7
A6

A5
A1 A
A2

A3 A4
% %! -

Item Description Signal Cable colours/ Plug-in location in vehicle Designation/

cross section plug-in location
A9 Socket contact FBAS RFK SW Only vehicles without optional extra 601 J
0.35 mm² At reversing camera B PIN 2
A10 Socket contact FBAS GND RFK GE Only vehicles without optional extra 601 J
0.35 mm² At reversing camera B PIN 6
A11 Socket contact Shield TR Only vehicles without optional extra 601 J
0.35 mm² At reversing camera B PIN 4
A12 Socket contact Kl. 31 BR At reversing camera B I
0.5 mm² PIN 3
A13 Socket contact K-CAN LOW GN At reversing camera B I
0.35 mm² PIN 6
A14 Socket contact K-CAN HIGH OR/GN At reversing camera B I
0.35 mm² PIN 1
A15 Socket contact Kl. 30g RT/GN At reversing camera B I
0.5 mm² PIN 4
A16 Flat connector Kl. 30g RT/GN At fuse holder in luggage compartment, right X11012
0.5 mm² PIN 8
A17 Wire end open K-CAN LOW GN At PDC control unit, with miniature connector X300
0.35 mm² PIN 8
A18 Wire end open K-CAN HIGH OR/GN At PDC control unit, with miniature connector X300
0.35 mm² PIN 2

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7. Connections diagram, wiring loom for AVM

Only vehicles with optional extra 609 and optional extra 696

N2

N3
N4
N
N1

N5

N6
N7
070 0741 Z

Item Description Signal Cable colours/ Plug-in location in vehicle Designation/

cross section plug-in location
N AVM wiring loom Only vehicles with optional extra 609 and
--- --- ---
optional extra 696
N1 Socket housing (18-pin, SW) At AVM O J
--- ---
PIN 6
N2 Pin housing (3-pin, SW) With socket housing P to unplugged wires from
--- --- ---
navigation computer N38
N3 Socket contact FBAS WS WS 12-pin socket housing H at X13814
0.35 mm² navigation computer N38 PIN 4
N4 Socket contact FBAS GND BL WS 12-pin socket housing H at X13814
0.35 mm² navigation computer N38 PIN 2
N5 Pin housing (4-pin, SW) With socket housing Q to unplugged wires from
--- --- ---
navigation computer N38
N6 Socket contact Kl. 30g RT/GR At navigation computer N38 X13812
2.5 mm² PIN 15
N7 Socket contact Kl. 31 BR At navigation computer N38 X13812
2.5 mm² PIN 12

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8. Installing reversing camera

Route the tap connections on reversing camera wiring

harness A as follows:
A6-A15 For vehicles without optional extra 601
A1/A2 A1 and A2 towards navigation computer/CCC.

For vehicles with optional extra 601

Insulate tap connection A1 and A2 and tie back in the area
of the video module.

For all vehicles

A3 and A4 to luggage compartment, left.
A3/A4 % %" -
A6 to A15 towards tailgate.

For vehicles with optional extra 601

If connector X18804 is not fitted, use socket insert M
and cover L (GN).
Connect the tap connections as follows in video module
A3/A4 WS connector X18804:
X18804 - A3, GE/SW, at Pin 1.
M/L - A3, GN, at Pin 10.

For vehicles without optional extra 601

Insulate and tie back tap connections A3 and A4.

071 0217 Z

Screw down BR tap connection A5 to earth branch

connector X151 at rear apron.
A5
Route tap connections A16-A18 along the vehicle wiring
harness towards the fuse holder in the luggage compart-
X151 ment.

A16-A18 % %$ -

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For all vehicles

Route tap connection A16, RT/GN, to fuse holder in lug-
gage compartment, right.

A16 Plug 10A fuse F into slot 108.

F
If slot 108 is already protected with more than 10A, fuse F is
not required.
If slot 108 is protected with less than 10A, the existing fuse
must be replaced by fuse F.

% %% -
Connect tap connection A16, RT/GN, to connec-
X11012 tor X11012, GR, Pin 8 from fuse carrier in luggage
compartment.
If Pin 8 is already assigned, separate socket contact from
tap connection A16 and create parallel connection of
A16 miniature connector E to X11012 Pin 8.
E

% %& -
Connect tap connections as follows to PDC control unit
connector X300 with miniature connector E:
- A17, GN, to GN wire from Pin 8.
E A17/A18 - A18, OR/GN, to OR/GN wire from Pin 2.
X300

% %' -
Route tap connections A6 to A15 through rubber
A6-A15 grommet (1) into tailgate, left-hand side.

% & -

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8. Installing reversing camera

Route tap connections A6 to A15, to reversing camera

installation location B as illustrated.

B
A6-A15

% & -

Only vehicles with optional extra 601

Plug in tap connections at SW socket housing J as follows:
- A6, GE/SW, at Pin 2.
- A7, GN, at Pin 6.
A9-A11
- A8, shield, at Pin 4.
A6-A8 Insulate and tie back tap connections A9, A10 and A11.

J Only vehicles without optional extra 601

Plug in tap connections at SW socket housing J as follows:
% & -
- A9, SW, at Pin 2.
- A10, GE, at Pin 6.
- A11, shield, at Pin 4.
Insulate and tie back tap connections A6, A7 and A8.

For all vehicles

Plug in tap connections at WS socket housing I as follows:

B - A12, BR, at Pin 3.

I - A13, GN, at Pin 6.
- A14, OR/GN, at Pin 1.
A12-A15 - A15, RT/GN, at Pin 4.
J
Plug socket housing I, WS and J, SW, into camera B.

% &! -

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8. Installing reversing camera

Remove cap (1) from the tailgate and insert rubber

C grommet C in opening.

% &" -
Insert camera B from inside with the lens in rubber
grommet C.
B
Secure camera B with two Torx screws D.
Tightening torque: 66 54 1 FRU.

C D

% &# -

Only vehicles without optional extra 601

Route wiring harness A forwards along the vehicle wiring
A harness.

$ '! -

Only for vehicles without optional extra 601 and

without optional extra 696
Route wiring harness A to the navigation computer/CCC.

% &% -

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If connector X13814 is not fitted, use socket insert H

A1/A2 H K and cover K.
Plug in pins at WS 12-pin connector X13814 as follows:
X13814
- SW tap connection A1 at Pin 4.
- GE tap connection A2 at Pin 2.

071 0218 Z

Only for vehicles without optional extra 601 and

with optional extra 696
Route branches A1 and A2 into left-hand footwell.

A1 A2
070 0736 Z

Connect branches A1 and A2 to branch N1 as follows:

- A1, SW wire, at Pin 5.
N1 - A2, GE wire, at Pin 7.

A1 A2

070 0738 Z

Make sure that no cables are caught in the vicinity of the

steering column or pedal assembly.
1
Insert AVM O in module holder (1) and clip in position.
N1
Route branch N1, (SW 18-pin socket housing) along vehicle
wiring harness to AVM location and connect.
N2-N7 Route branches N2 - N7 to radio compartment.
Secure wiring loom N with cable ties G.
O N
G
070 0737 Z

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Unplug cable (1) from connector X13814 (WS 12-pin) and

1 plug into socket housing P as follows:
- Cable, WS wire, from Pin 2 to
N2 Pin 1 of socket housing P.
P
- Cable, BL wire, from Pin 4 to
Pin 3 of socket housing P.
Connect branch N2 to socket housing P.
N4 N3

X13814
070 0744 Z

If connector X13814 is not fitted, use socket insert H

N3/N4 H K and cover K.
Connect pins as follows at WS 12-pin connector X13814:
X13814
- WS tap connection N3 at Pin 4.
- BL tap connection N4 at Pin 2.

070 0739 Z

Unplug cable (1) from connector X13812 (SW 16-pin) and

plug into socket housing Q as follows:
- Cable, RT/GN wire, from Pin 15 to
N5 Pin 4 of socket housing Q.
1 Q
- Cable, BR wire, from Pin 12 to
Pin 1 of socket housing Q.
Plug branches N6 and N7 into connector X13812 as
N7 N6 follows:
- Branch N6, RT/GR wire, at Pin 15.
- Branch N7, BR wire, at PIN 12
X13812 070 0740 Z
Connect branch N5 to socket housing Q.

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9. Finishing off and coding

- Reconnect vehicle battery

- Switch on ignition
- Reconnect vehicle battery
- Encode/program retrofit via the path - Retrofit/CIP -
- Perform quick test
- Perform function test

Check operation of reversing camera as follows:

System activation in menu via iDrive
Engage reverse gear; picture must be displayed in on-board monitor
Disengage reverse gear
Reassemble vehicle in reverse order of removal

Adjust visible area (calibration) of the camera as per ISTA 66 53 010.

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10. Circuit diagram

For vehicles with optional extra 609 and without optional extra 696

N9*

4 2 X13814
A1* A2* H*/K*

SW GE TR
0,35 0,35 0,35

X300
2 8

OR/GN GN 10A F*
0,35 0,35

8
X11012
E* E* A16*
A18* A17*
SW GE TR RT/GN
0,35 0,35 0,35 0,5

OR/GN GN
0,35 0,35

RT/GN
0,5

BR
0,5

J* I*
2 6 4 1 6 4 3

X151
B*
A5*
071 0220 Z

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10. Circuit diagram

For vehicles with optional extra 609 and with optional extra 696

X9331 X19595
X13814 X13812
1 3 1 4

30g

30g
31

31
FBAS_GND_MMC

FBAS_SCHIRM
2,5 2,5 2,5 2,5
FBAS_MMC

BR RTGR BR RTGR

0,35 0,35 0,35 0,35 0,35

0,35
SCHIRM BL WS WS BL SCHIRM
FBAS_SCHIRM

FBAS_GND_OUT

FBAS_OUT

0,75 0,75
BR RTGR
30g
31

18 17 15 12 10 3 1 X16845
070 0742 Z

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10. Circuit diagram

For vehicles with optional extra 601

X300
2 8
10A F*
A 197 X11012 8
X18804
L*/M* OR/GN GN A16*
0,35 0,35

TR 0,35 E* E*
A18* A17* RT/GN
A4* GN 0,35 0,5
10

GE/SW 0,35
1

A3* OR/GN
0,35
GN
0,35

RT/GN
0,5

BR
0,5

J* I*
2 6 4 1 6 4 3

B* X151
A5*

071 0221 Z

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Legend

A197 Video module

E* Miniature connector

I* WS 6-pin socket housing at reversing camera

J* SW 6-pin socket housing at reversing camera

L* GN 18-pin socket housing at video module

N9 CCC/navigation computer

O*

X151 Only E70 vehicles: Ring eyelet, on earth branch connector

X300 SW 12-pin socket housing at PDC control unit
X1369 Only E71 vehicles: Ring eyelet, on battery negative terminal
X9331 4-pin SW pin housing at socket housing Q*
X11012 WS 15-pin socket housing at fuse holder in luggage compartment, right
X13812 SW 16-pin socket housing at CCC
X13814 WS 12-pin socket housing at CCC
X16816 WS 6-pin socket housing at reversing camera
X16841 SW 6-pin socket housing at reversing camera
X16845 SW 18-pin socket housing at AVM
X18804 WS 18-pin socket housing at video module
X19595 3-pin SW pin housing at socket housing P*
All designations marked * only apply to these installation instructions or this circuit diagram.

Cable colours

BL Blue OR Orange
BR Brown RT Red
GE Yellow SW Black
GN Green TR Transparent
GR Grey WS White

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11. Customer information

Basic functions of reversing camera

The basic functions of the reversing camera system is the visual detection of a wide-angle view (approx. 120°)
from the rear of the vehicle.
The image is detected by the objective lens, which is part of the reversing camera system, and then fed in an
electronically processed form to the CCC (Car Communication Computer).

Detection range
The entire detection range of the reversing camera system ranges from underneath the bumper upward to an angle
10° from the horizontal.
Depending on the road speed, different screen areas will be displayed vertically.

Additional functions
To make parking and manoeuvring easier, assistance graphics are fed into the camera image.
The following assistance graphics may appear:
- Track assist lines
- Turning circle lines
- Obstacle markings
- Zoom for trailer coupling.
Moreover, the brightness can also be adjusted and the picture can be completely deactivated.

System activation
The reversing camera system is operational when reverse gear is engaged.
In the event of the camera system not being available, a corresponding fault message will be output as a CC
message.

System deactivation

Automatic or indirect system deactivation

The reversing camera is automatically deactivated if the following conditions are encountered:
- A certain encoded speed value Vmax forwards is exceeded (approx. 20 km/h) and
- an encoded distance (approx. 50 m) is exceeded when driving forwards.

Deactivation by vehicle user

Deactivation by the user during reversing camera image display on the CID (Central Information Display) by:
- Activating iDrive (pop-up menu)
- Pressing the PDC button.
The reversing camera will transmit images again when reverse gear is engaged again.

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