Mazda CX5 professional dash cam installation

[@balazsnagy8062]

Thank you, the most useful video on KZbin where one can see every details of where the cable should be guided in the CX-5! It helped a lot for me with my dash cam installation.

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

Glad it helped

[@navydoc6889]

PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE!!!!!!.... invest in a dash cam. It's one thing being involved in a car wreck... its a whole different ball game when you have to try to prove your innocence to the insurance company, law enforcement etc. No one will be on your side unless you have proof of exactly what happened.

[@josho310]

Amazing video!! definitely feel more comfortable installing it, can you list all the tools you exactly used in the video ?

[@akshaydeepsingh1144]

What are the green tapes for(holds a transparent film, visible at 01:33)? I removed the pillar and it seems like it was a tamper proof tape broke while removing the trim panel. Am i in trouble warranty wise ?

[@flubatirsamir2893]

Great informative video as usual, you guys are true professional.

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

thanks

[@oleksandrben9970]

Great instruction video! definitely looked much easier than it was on my VW. Did you add an external fuse holder to your hardwired circuit? or did you tap into the outgoing circuit after the fuse?

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

Tge thinkware hardwire cable has inline fuses already. Viofo, vantrue and other brands we need to add fuseholders inline.

[@januszjarzyna8647]

Hi Ben, Thank you for great video of how to install dashcam in Mazda CX5 - which fuse (number location) will you select for ACC and VCC ? You have don it many times so you know which is the right choice. Many thanks Jan

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

We dont use fuse taps on the Mazda because they are wobbly and dont stay in that well.

[@januszjarzyna8647]

@@SafeDriveSolutions thank you, have a nice day !

[@waggonfm]

Any operational downsides to using the obd port? I have a viofo with hardwire kit but not sure im confident to wire it in fully, i.e. without using fuse taps. I'm weighing up ordering an obd adoator versus fuse taps..

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

OBD2 Power Adapter DANGEROUS? (Is it safe to use the OBD port for power?) kzbin.info/www/bejne/l3m5iXqQg7x6mNU

[@ThePrashantpradhan]

This is the exact information i was looking for.. thanks Ben. Just one question.. i have red tiger front and rear.. which obd 2 cable i should use and where i can buy this ??

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

i would buy the specific red tiger obd2 cable

[@Youll_Love_It_At_Levitz]

What's the name of the tool you used to fish the rear camera cable through the B pillar and through to the rear hatch? Also, is the process the same for the passenger side outside of routing the hardwiring cable?

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

Meg 20 from vim tools It should be same process on passenger side. We always go driver side though

[@Youll_Love_It_At_Levitz]

Another question, on my 2016 cx5, the top of the plastic trim surrounding the third side window that meets the headliner is divided into two sections instead of being one continuous section like at 3:07. What's the best way to get around that obstacle? Can I just snake the wire through the headliner to the rear?

[@BarisAkkol]

Hello, it's nice to meet you. I live in Toronto and I bought a 70mai A810 4K Dash Cam (front and rear) because I needed a good camera. I want to install it in my Mazda CX50. How do you recommend I connect the camera? I think it needs constant power because it has parking protection etc. I believe I can draw power from the rearview mirror with an adapter, would you recommend this or is it best to connect it to the fuse box? Also, how should I get power for the rear camera? Thank you in advance for your help and support. Your videos are really great.

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

You should use an obd2 cable. Probably safest way for any DIY install on that vehicle

[@BarisAkkol]

@@SafeDriveSolutions Thank you for suggesting I use an OBD2 cable. I see many different OBD2 cables on the market, is there a specific brand or model you recommend for my Mazda CX50? Will any OBD2 cable be compatible, or is there something I should look out for?

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

@@BarisAkkol We typically use IROAD OBD2 cables. But it would need to modified to work with your dash camera

[@BarisAkkol]

@@SafeDriveSolutions Thank you. How can I purchase this modified cable from you?

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

@@BarisAkkol we only do modifications for the brands we sell. kzbin.info/www/bejne/o4PEg2WjrpaUeMU

Hi Ben, could you please make a video on how to install hard wiring directly to a vehicle? I haven’t been able to find any detailed videos explaining how to do it correctly. My car doesn’t have space for a fuse tap at all. If I were in North America, I’d come to you for the installation, but I’m currently in one of the GCC countries. I’d really appreciate it if you could make a video on this. Thanks.

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

What vehicle is it for? Is this video good? how to safely install dash cam wiring into the car kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJjWfKxvfc2trMU

@ Good morning, Ben. I drive a Toyota Hilux 2014. This car is not sold in the USA due to safety regulations. It’s a smaller version of the Toyota Tacoma. Regarding the video on “How to Safely Install Dash Cam Wiring into the Car,” it’s helpful. However, when it comes to wiring directly, there are no detailed step-by-step instructions. I understand if you choose not to share that part-perhaps it’s a professional secret.

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

not a secret. I think most people understand fuse taps or plugging an obd2 plug or cigarette lighter. The challenge with hardwiring is this. 1. if you say it is blue wire and for some reason your vehicle was manufactured in mexico and not usa. the wiring colours could be different. if you say it is pin 28 and your vehicle was manufactured in august and not march , the manufacturer could have had a line change or computer change or who knows what. so we try and be careful with information we share. mainly because it is for expert installers. Also a lot of people seem to think it will void your warranty. another huge misunderstanding

@@SafeDriveSolutions Got it, Ben. Could you please share the next videos with step-by-step instructions? I would really appreciate that. We’ve learned a lot from you. Thanks.

[@iRayan3]

I have a problem since you are an expert☺️ in dash cam. When I activate the parking mode in Time-lapse with the viofo a229 pro camera, I return to it after 5 hours and am surprised that it has stopped. Is there a problem? Although it is late at night from 12 midnight to 5 am, it has stopped, knowing that the weather during this period is not hot Car Honda Accord 2019

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

it probably is low battery protection. Honda vehicles have small batteries and are not to be recording for long periods of time on a regular basis

[@iRayan3]

@@SafeDriveSolutions Is it better to buy something like Power Magic Battery Pack B-112 and connect it to the camera?

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

@@iRayan3 yes for consistency of parking mode look at Blackvue battery pack, iroad powerpack pro 12, thinkware ivolt xtra or etc. Keep in mind you do need to drive to charge these battery packs up

[@iRayan3]

@@SafeDriveSolutions Thank you dear

[@srinip825]

Hello, What are the Pros and cons of the cameras you have on your website vs Vantrue? Do you have an install video on a Lexus NX with side aribag? Thanks

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

What specific Vantrue camera?

[@srinip825]

@@SafeDriveSolutions the N5

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

@@srinip825 Well an N5 is a 4 channel dash camera. So if you need 4 channels then Viofo does not compare. Max it will support is 3 channels. if you are talking about image sensors, Viofo has better video quality, and better parking mode capabilities as you can limit the parking mode timer to reduce wear and tear on your car battery.

[@srinip825]

@@SafeDriveSolutions I watched your videos and love it. I will explore Viofo a bit more. If you will benefit from me buying Viofo through your amazon link, please let me know. I can do that. I can go with 3 channels. For parking, I watched your other videos and asked a question about the USB battery bank with cig lighter options. I may go with that since I don't mind the few minutes of inconvenience of charging at home. What about using AGM SLA with smart charger and use that instead since they are capable of handling the heat ? Thanks again

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

@@srinip825 We do not do any Amazon affiliate links. We do sell direct from our website. However we do understand that not everyone will purchase directly from us. I am not familiar with an AGM SLA charger so i can not comment.

[@fademan77]

The video didn't show how the wires get from the windscreen to the fusebox, nor showed how to remove the panels to access the fusebox. A real shame.

[@richs3536]

What's the name and source of the special tool used to remove the liftgate grommet? I asked a Mazda Service tech and he didn't know. Thanks!

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

you can use a 4140, or a normal plastic panel popper tool. Just remember you dont pry up. if you do that you will break those clips.

[@351HOON]

Where did you wire the acc cable for parking mode? Also it didn't look like you fused the positive input to the cam. While there nothing wrong with splicing the ground wire into the factory wire why not just use the terminal ring already on the hardwire kit and bolt it to the ground point that's right there?

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

Acc wire back side of fuse box. The wiring has fuse holders in line. There was no ring terminal for ground so we soldered.

[@IandIKeepingitReal]

Nice job! Very nice and clean work! You got any vids on a CX90 or for trailers? Gonna keep following you!

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

we have some shorts of CX-90 but no full length videos

[@rahulmaurya9069]

Did you disconnect the battery to avoid triggering the air bag in the A pillar??

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

Airbags do not trigger unless ignition is on and there is impact to the vehicle. Its been many years since airbags deployed with ignition off. So no the battery is not disconnected

[@waimanlong800]

Awesome, thx bro.

[@jiaxuanchen6865]

what type of fuse holder to use on cx5?

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

fuseholder as in fuse taps??

[@stir822]

I hope you do a Subaru Forester with eyesight dashcam installation.

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

we got a 2024 Subaru Forester that our Toronto location did. It did not go as in depth as the Mazda CX-5 but there will be some good information in the video. We are trying to get it out for next weekend

[@stir822]

@@SafeDriveSolutions Yes, Looking forward to it. Do you have an estimated date for when the Viofo A229 pro 3 channel might become available again?

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

@@stir822 we do have some 2 channels in stock and interior cameras in stock so we can piece them together currently no problem. We just dont have them all in one box

[@stir822]

@@SafeDriveSolutions How do I do this? I mean I can't find the interior camera option to add in your website?

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

​​⁠we can do it manually. Please email us at [e-mail]

[@JimMcPartland]

Have you ever had an airbag go off while installing a dashcam??

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

no we have never had that happen.

[@oleksandrben9970]

it's like getting struck by lightning... could happen.. but you've got to be real lucky if you know what I mean.

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

@@oleksandrben9970i know people who when looking for speaker wires on a vehicle have hooked up speaker poppers and put voltage to those wires and blown them.

[@oleksandrben9970]

@@SafeDriveSolutions we can learn a lot from those people... mainly don't hook up wires to an airbag!

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

@@oleksandrben9970yup.

[@thrillbylg]

What fuses???

[@SafeDriveSolutions]

Did you watch the video?

[@thrillbylg]

@@SafeDriveSolutions yes I meant what fuses did you use for accessory power and constant on