In this video we have a look at a Chevrolet Equinox that cam in with a customer complaint of no reverse lights and the customer also noticed there was no back up camera. Let's see what we can find. -Enjoy!
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48 thoughts on “Chevy equinox: no reverse lights / no back-up camera”
  1. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars sostareci says:

    $70 on eBay. Made in Taiwan. Better then original

  2. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Stephen Naccari says:

    How come you don't use electrical cleaner to clean the green crushes

  3. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars zr1sparky1 says:

    Power probe FTW

  4. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars zr1sparky1 says:

    Erik! you didn't use enough tape on that! You should have used an entire roll not just partially a small one

  5. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars William Vangorden says:

    Or you can smack it like an old TV set lol!! sometimes stupid things like that works.

  6. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Jay Does: Life says:

    "They schtank" – indeed.

  7. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Steven Cline says:

    SMA working on a Kawasaki," It's the big one point seven five, correction, it's the big zero point seven five."

  8. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Mike Brown says:

    your videos helped me on plenty of jobs !!!! thanks man

  9. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Brian Bridges says:

    Those cameras are surplus low resolution types you can buy all day on Amazon for $30. My back-cam was $45 and had a color mini display these car manufactures still think the public regards a backup camera as magic. I used these type of camera years ago 15 years ago as the early webcam cameras. Major ripoff from dealers and car companies.

  10. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars WouterB76 says:

    GM: "Quit nosing around!" Eric: "Nope".

  11. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Hector Cortez-aponte-cabrera says:

    Typical GM problems of that vintage. My 08 Malibuโ€™s third brake light worked when it wanted to.

    Poor quality and BCM quality. Not to mention the โ€œfretting corrosionโ€ problems. Never buy another GM product ๐Ÿคทโ€โ™‚๏ธ

  12. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Ralph Wells says:

    Thanx Eric. You seem like a very knowledgeable and cool guy.

  13. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Zircon says:

    What did you do to fix it? I only saw you change the license plate lights and then it suddenly all worked again?

  14. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars vetman98 says:

    Great logic Thank you

  15. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Andy Citarella says:

    Another great video. I too was confused no seeing a fused circuit lately. No I know the module can control the current. Thanks for making this

  16. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Randy Leonard says:

    why do you need a backup camera on a sub compact suv?

  17. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Shane Harrison says:

    Yep good work E

  18. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Shane Harrison says:

    Yeah for trailers their handy but other wise I just go for it

  19. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Shane Harrison says:

    Yes it's the stench of burned out technologies

  20. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Walker Pendleton says:

    With a 06 Chevy equinox

  21. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Walker Pendleton says:

    Can you help with a overheating problem

  22. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Kaitlyn Hagerman says:

    Hello, where did you get that magnetic flashlight in your video (seen in the 6 minute mark)? I want to get one for my dad.

  23. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Mart H says:

    Lights…camera…action

  24. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Rudolf Benner says:

    We call that odor "the sweet smell of overtime"

  25. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Crux Interfacing Solutions says:

    You're a professional installer, we also have install videos please take some time to view our page.

  26. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Jeff McCarson says:

    What if the camera and backup lights intermittently work at the same time

  27. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars John O says:

    Makes me happy I drive a 30 year old car.

  28. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars mleindek says:

    "Before we get scan tool happy" LOL I'M DYING

  29. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Ozzy Krahn says:

    Chevy is heartland of america if you like spending money

  30. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Ozzy Krahn says:

    I love simplicity, but gm stands for garbage money

  31. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Larry Ehrlich says:

    It was the Japanese who invaded America…not the Germans.

  32. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Kevin Berg says:

    It's worth mentioning that when you are working on lighting circuits that are current monitored (like this one) current draw that is too low can also cause issues. Make sure the light has the bulb that it was intended to have from the factory. Some cars can be so picky that even using a bulb that physically fits but has a slightly different wattage can cause the module to shut down the circuit or set warning messages for that bulb. LED replacement bulbs or HIDs can cause problems as well since the current draw is different. HIDs have a very large start up current which could be interpreted as a short, Leds could be interpreted as an open circuit.

  33. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Jason James says:

    Sees the Chevy emblem: "Theres your problem lady!!!!!

  34. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Jim Vet says:

    my wife drives a 2010 E-noxโ€ฆโ€ฆ those tail light buckets, I lube those plastic pins / bushings.
    we have 56,000 on the car. sucks engine oil, always has. 4 banger, other then she bringing it home with
    dings and dents, all around it, a cam positioner went bad & that's it. short distance driver. sits
    in the garage.

  35. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars 2ndGenBlazers says:

    Who else took a sniff besides me ?

  36. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Brian Binesh says:

    You need to become an instructor. Start your own mechanic school.

  37. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Greg Barnett says:

    Eric O, another great video! I catch myself saying Chevrolet the same way now! Happy 2020 everyone!

  38. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Randy Pullman says:

    No way is it the fuse, it's to early in the video.

  39. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars chrischenusa 63 says:

    Used back up camera cost is $50 to $100

  40. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Pat Jago says:

    I use a flat screwdriver and a cloth to remove the taillight. I put it in the gap in between the plastic lens and quarter panel and wiggle it back and forth. No chance of damaging it from yanking it off. Works great for the stubborn ones.

  41. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Chris Corts says:

    Fancy customized tag they have there.

  42. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars A T GN-008 says:

    You're not a electronics guy!? Says the person that's busting out wiring diagrams and tracks down confusing electrical issues in almost every video.

  43. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars James Harrell says:

    Not too hard to follow the nose in burned electrical circuits. Have donr that myself, just not on a car.
    Love the videos.
    I still hate new and late modle cars and trucks.
    I retired from doing electronic stuff, (being nice), I just want an older beater, to run around town in: that I CAN WORK ON, with duct tape and superglue.

  44. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Robert Openheimer says:

    Hey, what happened to the Mrs O cooking cameo? It's the best part of the video. She wears some snazzy outfits too. Like seeing Miss T too. She's probably at school though.

  45. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Robert Openheimer says:

    Electronic components have distinct odors when they fail. Capacitors will smell different than Integrated circuits or solid state (silicone based transistors) Resistors are mainly carbon, and coils have a lacquer based insulation. Wiring has plastic insulation, the newer stuff smells differently as it's soy based insulation.

  46. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Hondo Warrior says:

    Question how does the outside camera Chevy emblem fixture come off.

  47. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Ali Ibrahim says:

    It always great job brother โœŒ๐Ÿพ

  48. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars JACK BRAMLETT says:

    My 2012 Impala the engine must be running to have back up lights.

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