Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems BACKSPOTTER - Manual (Page 20)

Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
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WARNING !
The vehicle’s ignition must be on and the transmission in reverse for the
Bendix
™ BackSpotter ® system to power up. When testing and troubleshooting
the system, make sure (1) the ENGINE IS OFF, (2) the truck is in park on a level
surface, and (3) the parking brakes are properly set.
The Bendix ™ BackSpotter ® system has built-in self test diagnostics and will warn the
driver if the system detects a failure within the radar sensor. In the event the system
self-test detects a failure, all fi ve of the LEDs on the rear sensor display will fl ash
along with a warning tone.
The following are typical symptoms and the possible causes:
All fi ve LEDs on the rear sensor display unit are fl ashing.
•
The self-test has detected a failure within the radar sensor.
• Inspect the radar sensor for proper mounting, debris buildup, or
damage.
• Inspect the wiring harness for damage or corrosion.
The green power LED on the rear sensor display does not
illuminate when the vehicle is placed in reverse.
• The
Bendix ™ BackSpotter ® system is not powering up.
• Check for power to the reverse lamp circuit.
• Check the Bendix ™ BackSpotter ® harness power connections,
inspect for damage or corrosion.
• Check for battery power at pin 1(+) and pin 2(-) at harness
connector J1 (sensor).
• Check for system power (+5VDC) at pin 1(+) and pin 2(-) at
harness connector J2 (rear sensor display).