Introduction
The concept of installing a dash cam can seem quite daunting, however it is actually relatively simple with some basic tools and electrical knowledge. In the tutorial below AutoInstruct will show you how to install a front and rear dash cam in your vehicle.
For this tutorial we’re using a MK7 Golf R, and the dash cam is a Blackvue DR650S-2CH with a Power Magic Pro. For LHD models the process is very similar, please see below for more information.
Difficulty Rating
Tools/Parts Required
- 1CH or 2CH Dash Cam – We sell and recommend BlackVue
- Optional: Power Magic Pro
- Cable Ties
- Side Cutters
- Cable Stripper
- x2 Fuse Taps / ‘Add a Circuit’
- Trim Removal Tools
- Torx Driver Set
- Electrical Tape & Stiff Wire (For feeding cables)
Warning
AutoInstruct will not be held responsible for damage to your vehicle or personal injury / death as a result of the information we provide.
Step 1
First we need to choose a suitable mounting location on the front windshield. Power on the camera using the cigarette lighter and check the footage to ensure you are happy with the position. Being a Right Hand Drive (RHD) vehicle we’ve chose to mount the camera behind the left side of the rear view mirror, therefore hiding the camera from the driver’s field of view.
Ensure you leave adequate space between the camera and mirror to allow for movement in the mirror. Once the spot is chosen, stick the camera to the windshield.
Step 5
When feeding the cables we need to ensure we do not obsecure the airbag in the event of a deployment. Essentially this means we never run the cables between the airbag and vehicle occupants.
As a result, the first step is feeding behind the airbag in the A-Pillar. Grasp the pillar near the window seal and gently pull down to make a small gap. Then feed the cables in the direction shown, ensuring you are feeding behind the airbag.
You can then feed the cables along the top of the windshield and into the roof lining. The cables will sit comfortably in place. Plug the cables into the camera and ensure there is adequate cable slack for adjustment. Neaten as required and push the A-Pillar firmly back into position.
Step 8
Continue feeding the rear cable along the window seal and across the B-Pillar. Once at the B-Pillar you can simply push upwards on the roof lining to create a gap. Drop the cable into this gap and then work your way along the rear door, again pulling back on the seal and feeding into the roof lining.
Continue feeding the rear cable along the window seal and across the B-Pillar. Once at the B-Pillar you can simply push upwards on the roof lining to create a gap. Drop the cable into this gap and then work your way along the rear door, again pulling back on the seal and feeding into the roof lining.
Step 12
We now need to feed the wire through either rubber tube in the direction shown. Whilst you can leave the rubber tubes connected to the body, it can be easier to feed the cable if they’re released.
To release them, look from the underside / topside and gently push on the clip, one side holds it in place. Be gentle as these are prone to break.
We now need to feed the wire through either rubber tube in the direction shown. Whilst you can leave the rubber tubes connected to the body, it can be easier to feed the cable if they’re released.
To release them, look from the underside / topside and gently push on the clip, one side holds it in place. Be gentle as these are prone to break.
Step 15
We will now hard wire the dash cam and Power Magic Pro. For RHD vehicles, remove the glovebox using this tutorial. LHD vehicles can simply remove the coin tray next to the drivers knee. To do this simply squeeze the sides of the tray and it should drop down.
We will now hard wire the dash cam and Power Magic Pro. For RHD vehicles, remove the glovebox using this tutorial. LHD vehicles can simply remove the coin tray next to the drivers knee. To do this simply squeeze the sides of the tray and it should drop down.
This Post Has 38 Comments
Hi – will this work for a Golf GTi mk7? Same fuse box layout?
Yep!
When you install the fuse tap, what fuse is being installed on the fuse tap? On the 12V switched I’m assuming you plug in the 10 fuse. But what about on the 12V constant? Thanks
We used 5a fuses on both power sources for the camera.
Hi
Thanks for instructions 🙂
I ask in a different direction.
Can you get video from camera to the golfer’s screen, eg through the car’s wifi?
Many greetings
Tomasz
Hi, No you can’t unfortunately.
Does all cabling com with camera or do i have to purchase cable to be able to carry out your installation?
Hi Phil, All cabling is included in the purchase of a Power Magic Pro.
Hi, great guide, thank you. I’m installing the 650s 2ch with power magic pro into my golf tomorrow and was wondering where you hid the chunky 12v connectors that connect the dash cam to the power magic pro? Thanks for your time. Kind Regards, James.
Hi James, There is plenty of room above the fuse panel, or on the left side of the glove box.