Scottiedogg
29-04-2012, 08:55 AM
Hi folks,
I'm thinking of taking a punt on fitting some of these electromagnetic parking sensors either the Parking Dynamics PD1 or Dolphin EPS200 if I can get hold of set. I know that these systems can be a bit hit and miss if not installed correcly but I've just had the bumper repaired and don't really fancy cutting holes into it:o. I'll also be getting a tow bar fitted at some point and these systems ignore things like tow bars as they remain a fixed point of reference to the sensor so it appears to move in parallel to the car and does not trigger a warning.
My only real doubt is where to obtain a 12v feed. I've been reading through the various threads on here and found the following courtesy of manity http://www.vwaudiforum.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?99493-Sat-nav-Units-on-ebay.....&p=533264#post533264
my question is when tapping into this wire does it supply enough power (12 volts)? And after installing does it throw up any canbus bulb failure warnings or similar?
I'd like to hear from anyone who's fitted these or similar systems and any tips or guidance on where to install the tape inside the bumper and any areas which need shielding would be appreciated.
Cheers,
Scottie
I'm thinking of taking a punt on fitting some of these electromagnetic parking sensors either the Parking Dynamics PD1 or Dolphin EPS200 if I can get hold of set. I know that these systems can be a bit hit and miss if not installed correcly but I've just had the bumper repaired and don't really fancy cutting holes into it:o. I'll also be getting a tow bar fitted at some point and these systems ignore things like tow bars as they remain a fixed point of reference to the sensor so it appears to move in parallel to the car and does not trigger a warning.
My only real doubt is where to obtain a 12v feed. I've been reading through the various threads on here and found the following courtesy of manity http://www.vwaudiforum.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?99493-Sat-nav-Units-on-ebay.....&p=533264#post533264
my question is when tapping into this wire does it supply enough power (12 volts)? And after installing does it throw up any canbus bulb failure warnings or similar?
I'd like to hear from anyone who's fitted these or similar systems and any tips or guidance on where to install the tape inside the bumper and any areas which need shielding would be appreciated.
Cheers,
Scottie