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2010 CADILLAC CTS
3.0L V6•AWD•AUTOMATIC•gas
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B2300low severityBody

Backup Camera Circuit Malfunction

on 2010 Cadillac CTS 3.0L V6 · AWD

What this code means

Malfunction in the rearview/backup camera system. The camera does not display an image when reversing.

Symptoms

  • No image when in reverse
  • Camera image frozen
  • Camera display is black
  • Camera image has lines or distortion
  • Delay in camera image appearing

Common causes

  • Faulty backup camera
  • Camera lens dirty or fogged
  • Wiring damage at trunk/liftgate hinge
  • Camera module water intrusion
  • Head unit video input fault

Diagnostic steps

  1. Clean camera lens
  2. Check camera connector at trunk hinge area
  3. Test camera power and ground
  4. Inspect wiring for damage at hinge flex point
  5. Test video input at head unit

Repair notes

Clean camera lens first. Replace camera if water-damaged. Repair wiring at hinge flex point.

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