Rear Vision Camera (RVC). HUMMER H3 2008

For 1990-2009 cars only

Makes 🢒 HUMMER 🢒 2008 🢒 H3 🢒 Features and Controls 🢒 OnStar® System 🢒 Rear Vision Camera (RVC)

Your vehicle may be equipped with a rear vision camera system. Read this entire section before using the camera system.

The rear vision camera system is designed to help the driver when backing up by displaying a view of the area behind the vehicle. When the driver shifts the vehicle into REVERSE (R), the video screen will automatically slide out from the rear view mirror. Once the driver shifts out of REVERSE (R), the video screen will slide back into the rear view mirror after a delay.

The display has a guideline overlay that can help the driver align the vehicle when backing into a parking spot.

Slide-Out Video Feature Enable

See Rear Vision Camera (RVC)

The slide-out video feature will remain in the current on/off state each time the ignition goes through its cycle.

Turning the Rear Vision Camera System Off or On

To turn off the rear vision camera system, press and hold for three seconds. The green indicator light will turn off. The rear camera vision display is now disabled.

To turn on the rear vision camera system, press and hold for three seconds. The green indicator light will turn on. The rear camera vision system is now enabled and the display will slide out from the mirror normally.

Cleaning the Camera Screen

To manually slide out the rear camera screen for cleaning, do the following:

Shift into (P) PARK.
Turn the ignition key to the ACCESSORY or RUN position.
Press and hold the right mirror button for five seconds. The display will slide out from the mirror for 30 seconds; the right green LED indicator will remain illuminated. The camera screen will not be on when it slides out of the mirror.
If additional time is required for cleaning, repeat step 3.

To resume normal operation, press the right button momentarily while the rear camera screen is out or wait 30 seconds for screen to slide back into the mirror.

For more information on the automatic dimming, compass, and temperature features of the mirror, see Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass and Temperature Display .

Caution: The Rear Vision Camera (RVC) system does not replace driver vision. RVC does not:

•	Detect objects that are outside the camera's field of view, below the bumper, or underneath the vehicle.

•	Detect children, pedestrians, bicyclists, or pets.

Do not back the vehicle by only looking at the rear vision camera screen, or use the screen during longer, higher speed backing maneuvers or where there could be cross-traffic. Your judged distances using the screen will differ from actual distances.

So if you do not use proper care before backing up, you could hit a vehicle, child, pedestrian, bicyclist, or pet, resulting in vehicle damage, injury, or death. Even though the vehicle has the RVC system, always check carefully before backing up by checking behind and around the vehicle.

Rear Vision Camera Location

The image is provided by the camera located on the rear bumper.

The camera uses a special lens. The distance of the image that appears on the screen differs from the actual distance. The area displayed by the camera is limited. The camera does not display objects which are close to either corner of the bumper or under the bumper. The spare tire and carrier extends rearward of the rear bumper. The area displayed on the screen may vary according to vehicle orientation or road conditions.

The following illustration shows the field of view that the camera provides.

Notice: The spare tire extends farther away from rear of the vehicle than the trailer hitch shown on rear vision camera display. The spare tire could hit an object even though there appears to be enough distance on the display between the trailer hitch and objects behind you causing vehicle or property damage. Do not use this system to judge the distance between the spare tire and objects behind you.

When the System Does Not Seem To Work Properly

The rear vision camera system may not work properly or display a clear image in the following situations:

•	In the dark.

•	When the sun or the beam of headlights is shining directly into the camera lens.

•	If ice, snow, mud, or anything else builds up on the camera lens. Clean the lens, rinse it with water, and wipe it with a soft cloth.

•	If the back of the vehicle is in an accident, the position and mounting angle of the camera may change or the camera may be affected. Be sure to have the camera and its position and mounting angle checked at your dealer.

•	Extreme high or low temperatures or extreme temperature changes can affect the image displayed.