Murphy's law. Camera blues...literally.

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Vortech347

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Noticed on my SHO two nights that the image on the reverse camera was blue fuzz.  Other times it works fine.  I called Ford to make an appointment and my CPO warranty expired on July 31st.  I called Ford's 800 number and they too told me I was SOL.

New camera is 350+.  Why is it so expensive?  You can buy a freakin generic camera off ebay for $20.  It's not like it's a 4k Gopro.

DAMN IT!!!!  These cars have horrible rear visibility and I pretty much have to rely on a camera.
 
Sorry to hear.  It is possible there are other cheaper cameras that are the same form factor, but simply won't be able to calibrate.  So you will get 95% of the functionality right out of the gate.

I would try checking the connections first, may simply need cleaning & greasing.

o. Part # Description List Price Price
1 EG1Z-19G490-A Rear Camera
REAR VIEW CAMERA, ALL
$476.57 $328.83

Not sure this will work but try a Gen 4.1 camera as found in this listing?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/FORD-OEM-10-12-Taurus-Rear-View-Backup-Back-Up-Camera-AG1Z19G490D-/162601170853
 
Such bull$H!T though.  I'm not blowing $300+ for a $20 camera.  For that much I'll buy a cheap Ebay one and see if I can splice it in and use a license plate frame mounted one.
 
Vortech347 said:
Such bull$H!T though.  I'm not blowing $300+ for a $20 camera.  For that much I'll buy a cheap Ebay one and see if I can splice it in and use a license plate frame mounted one.
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Believe me, I empathize.  This is a huge problem particularly on the 2011 Edge.  All pI would say the electronics would need to be compatible.  Generic might or might not be compatible but  ...  Fingers crossed!
 
Sorry a bit late to the game but had mine replaced under warranty a while back and all to familiar with the process.
The correct part number is EG1Z-19G490-A and truly understand the part is way over the top as pricing goes and couldnt agree with you more.

I emphasize that part number EA5T-19G490-AA might fit in your case because they surely look identical IMHO considering the circumstances.
I think you may need to get it calibrated with IDS.IIRC. Z
58.88 ea
http://www.ebay.com/itm/172738039814
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Here's a pic of my old one,hope it helps any.  Z
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Haven't swapped it yet.  I got pissed and smacked it with my hand and it's been working right ever since...

I have that alternative PN saved and will try it when the time comes. 
 
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