In the late 90's, Car Backup camera systems were first introduced and for a long time have been considered a "high end item" for a car. It wasn't often you saw a Honda decked out with a massive stereo system, GPS navigation, and a car backup camera mounted.
In the late 90's, Car Backup camera systems were first introduced and for a long time have been considered a "high end item" for a car. It wasn't often you saw a Honda decked out with a massive stereo system, GPS navigation, and a car backup camera mounted. Now it's easy to find cheaper cars with this device of all these features. We are not at the stage yet when a car backup camera system automatically comes mounted in your car, but we are not too far off either.
Referring to J.D. Power and Associates, car backup camera systems have become the most popular products for cars. A consumer interest survey by professional showed that it ranked number five. The more people need it, the more widely used it becomes. It's hardly to find a lower-end model supplying the system for 2011 cars. But, the main disadvantage of its generalized use is that expensive, more advanced systems are being provided. More advanced systems are definitely not a bad thing, but no one needs to pay a high price tag.
In 2008, Nissan had released the car camera system which uses four cameras to create a 360 degree view called Around View Monitor. The car cameras are installed on the front and rear of the car, as well as the sides. The four images are then converted to show an image of a virtual angle. Watching the videos of this system is nothing short of impressive. Unfortunately, it's only available on choose Nissan models.
Multiple cameras are only the beginning. Delphi car is currently making a system called Parking Guidance. Using multiple cameras, the system will help the driver park the car well. For those who have no confident to park, this is an innovative device. Being able to see through cameras is very helpful, but having step-by-step instructions is absolutely amazing. The system will tell you exactly when to turn your steering wheel so there is no room for error. Delphi Automotive is aiming at a 2012 release date.
Since Parking Guidance uses a computer to check the data from the cameras, I can only imagine how much this car camera system will cost. It will mostly only install for luxury cars. I do not doubt that within another decade it will become a standard feature. There are already systems that will help you park the car. Most consumers, also included me, are a little wary about this technology. Drivers still want to be in control of the car, not to mention the cost of such a feature is high.
One idea that's still in its early concept stage is a wide-screen monitor located on the top of the windshield. Current car backup camera systems require you to look at an in-dash screen or at your rear view mirror. Designer Ho-Tzu Cheng believes it's safer to simply look slightly up. The monitor will also show you the back of car clearly. There are many issues and problems that can arise, such as using the monitor at night and if it will impair the driver's vision. Cheng has his work cut out for him. It's only a matter of time before cars begin driving themselves, but for now, we can all benefit from a car backup camera system mounted in every car.
Tips to Check the Engine OBD Code without a Code Reader on a Dodge Stratus
Car manufacturers in USA started to equip their cars with the OBD system in the early 1980s. In 1996, when the system was made mandatory, most manufacturers changed to the second generation system, the OBD 2. Trouble codes stored in the computer of the first generation OBD system may be accessed through different methods, relying on the special make and model.
Instruction of Replacing a Neon MAP Sensor with OBD 2 scanner
Manifold absolute pressure (which short for MAP) sensor of car is located on the front portion of the Neon's air intake manifold and has two small screws securing it into place. MAP sensors are responsible for identifying the air pressure within the manifold and sending a reading to the engine's ECU (engine control unit) referring to the voltage level for the spark in the ignition cylinder.
Instruction Retrieving Car Trouble Codes without OBD tool
Manufactured before 1995 model of car typically come with the OBD 1 trouble-code system; cars made after 1995 generally come with the OBD 2 system. The differences between the two systems are that the older codes system contains only two digits, while the new codes system start with a letter showing what system in the engine is fault, followed by a series of numbers.
