Removing Honda Odyssey's Lanewatch Camera: A Step-By-Step Guide

The Honda Odyssey LaneWatch camera is a clever alternative to blind-spot monitoring, providing drivers with a live feed of their vehicle's right-side blind spot. While Honda is phasing out this feature in favour of blind-spot monitoring, it is still possible to remove and replace the camera yourself. To do so, you will need to pull the triangular trim piece from inside the door where the mirror attaches, exposing the three nuts that hold the mirror in place. You will also need to remove the door panel to access the plug and unplug the mirror from the harness. Once you have removed the mirror, you can replace it with a new one. However, you will then need to calibrate the camera using a target object, which can be printed out and positioned just at the seam between the passenger front door and the passenger sliding door.

Removing the triangular trim piece

It is important to note that removing the triangular trim piece is just the first step in replacing the Honda Odyssey LaneWatch camera. The process also involves unplugging the mirror harness and accessing the hidden diagnostic menu to calibrate the new camera. This calibration ensures that the camera is properly aligned and functioning correctly.

Overall, replacing the Honda Odyssey LaneWatch camera is a detailed process that requires careful attention to ensure that the new camera is installed and calibrated correctly. By following the steps outlined in this guide and utilising the provided resources, you can successfully complete the replacement process.

Exposing the three nuts holding the mirror

To remove the Honda Odyssey Lanewatch camera, you'll first need to expose the three nuts holding the mirror in place. Begin by pulling the triangular trim piece from inside the door where the mirror attaches. This piece should come off easily, and will expose the three nuts that hold the mirror in place. You can then use the appropriate tool to loosen and remove these nuts, allowing you to detach the mirror.

The process of exposing and removing these nuts is a crucial step in detaching the mirror and accessing the camera for removal or replacement. It is important to note that you will also need to remove the door panel to access the plug and unplug the mirror from the harness. This will ensure that you can fully detach the mirror and access the camera components.

Once the nuts are exposed and removed, you can proceed with the rest of the mirror and camera removal process. This may include unplugging any wiring harnesses, further disassembling the mirror components, and carefully prying or separating any remaining attachments. Remember to keep track of the nuts and any other small parts, as you will need to secure them properly when reinstalling a new or repaired mirror assembly.

Overall, exposing the three nuts holding the Honda Odyssey Lanewatch camera mirror is a crucial step in the removal process, and it requires careful attention to ensure a successful outcome.

Accessing the plug by removing the door panel

To access the plug, you will need to remove the door panel. This will allow you to unplug the mirror from the harness.

First, locate and remove the triangular trim piece from inside the door where the mirror attaches. It should come off easily, exposing the three nuts that hold the mirror in place.

Next, you will need to remove the door panel. This will require a putty knife and a screwdriver to carefully pop off the clips that hold the panel in place. There may be several screws holding the panel in place, so be sure to check thoroughly. Once all the screws are removed, use the putty knife and screwdriver to gently pry the panel away from the door, starting from the top right corner. Work your way around the panel, popping the clips as you go. Be careful not to damage the panel or the door.

With the door panel removed, you should now be able to access the plug and unplug the mirror from the harness.

Unplugging the mirror from the harness

To unplug the mirror from the harness, you will need to remove the door panel. This will give you access to the plug, which is located behind the panel.

First, pull the triangular trim piece from inside the door where the mirror attaches. This will expose the three nuts that hold the mirror in place. Next, remove the door panel to access the plug. Once the door panel is removed, you can unplug the mirror from the harness.

It is important to note that the mirror adjustment motor may not work until the window switch is plugged back into its harness. After unplugging the mirror, you can proceed with replacing or repairing the mirror assembly.

Aiming the camera

To aim the camera on your Honda Odyssey's LaneWatch system, you'll first need to access the hidden Diagnostic Menu. To do this, simultaneously hold down the Audio/Menu/Back buttons for around 5 seconds. From the Diagnostic Menu, make the following selections:

• "Unit Check"
• "Lane Watch"
• "Start"

Next, you'll need to position a target object for the camera to focus on. This can be printed out from a PDF found on a Honda Accord forum. Place the target on a flat surface, in a well-lit area, free of bright objects like windows or reflectors. Ensure the six dots on the target are visible to the camera. Prop the target up at the seam between the passenger front door and the passenger sliding door.

Once the target is in place, press the LaneWatch button on the turn signal stick.

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