Installing a 4K Front and 2K Rear Dashcam in a Kia EV5 Near Scunthorpe
- David Johnson
- Jul 27
- 7 min read
We recently supplied and professionally installed a 4K front and 2K rear dashcam system in a new Kia EV5 for a customer near Scunthorpe.
The customer wanted high-quality front and rear recording, discreet wiring and reliable parking-mode protection, without cables hanging around the interior or being routed awkwardly through the Kia’s rear tailgate.
To achieve a clean, professional result, we installed the rear camera through the tailgate grommet but other installers might find it easier using our own DC03 rear dashcam headliner mount. This avoids the need to feed the camera cable through the rubber wiring gaiter between the vehicle body and the tailgate.
Why Choose a 4K Front and 2K Rear Dashcam?
A 4K front dashcam records the road ahead in ultra-high-definition, providing the best possible chance of capturing important details such as:
Vehicle registration plates
Road signs and markings
Traffic-light sequences
Vehicle movements
Pedestrians and cyclists
Evidence following a collision or disputed incident
The 2K rear camera provides excellent coverage behind the Kia EV5, helping to record vehicles approaching from the rear, tailgating incidents and collisions while driving or parked.
This combination offers an excellent balance between video quality, storage requirements and overall cost. The front camera records the most important view in 4K, while the 2K rear camera provides clear supporting footage from behind.
Professional Kia EV5 Dashcam Installation Near Scunthorpe
A professional dashcam installation involves much more than simply sticking cameras to the glass.
For this Kia EV5 installation, we handled the complete process, including:
Supplying the correct front and rear dashcam system
Updating and configuring the cameras before installation
Positioning both cameras for the best possible field of view
Routing the cables discreetly behind the vehicle trim
Safely connecting the system to the vehicle’s Fusebox
Configuring parking mode and battery protection
Testing the front and rear recordings
Providing a complete customer handover
The finished installation leaves the Kia EV5 interior looking neat and uncluttered, with the front camera positioned discreetly behind the rear-view mirror and the rear camera mounted securely above the rear window.
Kia EV5 Dashcam Installation Process
1. Selecting the Dashcam System
Before the installation, we discussed the customer’s budgetary requirements and recommended the BepoCam two-channel system with:
4K front recording
2K rear recording
Parking-mode protection
Discreet front and rear cameras
Smartphone footage access
High-capacity memory-card support
This provides comprehensive coverage without the premium price of some higher-end systems.
2. Preparing the Kia EV5
We inspected the vehicle interior and identified the best positions for the front and rear cameras.
The front dashcam was installed high on the windscreen, behind the rear-view mirror. This keeps it largely outside the driver’s normal field of vision while still giving the camera a clear and central view of the road.
3. Installing the Front Camera
The 4K front camera was mounted securely behind the rear-view mirror.
Correct positioning is important because the camera must:
Have a clear view through the swept area of the windscreen
Avoid obstructing the driver’s view
Remain accessible when the memory card needs to be removed
Avoid interference from windscreen sensors or vehicle cameras
Record a balanced view of the road and bonnet
Once fitted, the camera remains discreet from the driver’s seating position.
4. Installing the Rear Camera (with Our DC03 Mount)
Rear dashcam installation can be one of the most time-consuming parts of fitting a two-camera system.
A conventional installation often involves routing the cable through the rubber gaiter connecting the vehicle body to the tailgate. This gaiter may already contain tightly packed wiring for the rear lights, heated window, electric tailgate, rear wiper and other vehicle systems.
If you dont have relevant installation experience, trying to force another cable through this area can be difficult and may risk:
Damaging the factory wiring
Splitting or dislodging the rubber gaiter
Creating a possible route for water ingress
Damaging interior trim clips
Leaving the cable trapped or under tension
For this Kia EV5, we carried out a full professional installation, routing the rear camera cable through the vehicle's original tailgate rubber grommet. This provides the most factory-style installation possible, with the cable completely hidden as it passes from the vehicle body into the tailgate before connecting to the rear camera.
Routing the cable through the tailgate requires carefully removing sections of the interior trim and feeding the cable through the factory wiring gaiter without disturbing or damaging the existing wiring. This is a job that requires patience and experience, particularly on modern vehicles where space inside the gaiter can be very limited.
Once installed, the cable is completely concealed, leaving a neat, OEM-style finish with the rear camera positioned centrally for an excellent view through the rear window.
Professional Installation vs DIY Installation
As professional dashcam installers, we generally route the rear camera cable through the factory tailgate grommet wherever practical, as this provides the most discreet installation possible.
However, we appreciate that many customers choose to install their own dashcams. Feeding a cable through the tailgate gaiter can often be the most difficult and time-consuming part of the entire installation, especially on vehicles with tightly packed wiring, electric tailgates or restricted access.
For those customers, we also manufacture our own range of rear headliner dashcam mounts, including the DC03, which allow the rear camera to be mounted securely without routing the cable into the moving tailgate. These mounts provide a much quicker and simpler alternative for many DIY installers while still achieving a clean, professional-looking finish.
Why Use a Rear Dashcam Headliner Mount?
Our rear headliner mounts were originally designed to make difficult rear-camera installations quicker, safer and neater.
They are particularly useful on vehicles with:
Difficult or tightly packed rubber wiring gaiters
Bonded rear glass
Large plastic tailgate trim panels
Rear spoilers that restrict cable access
Electric tailgates
Fragile trim clips
Limited space for additional cables
The Kia EV5 uses our DC03 mount, which positions the rear camera neatly beneath the roof lining.
The cable can then be routed behind the vehicle’s interior trim without needing to enter the moving tailgate.
For professional installers, this can considerably reduce installation time. For DIY installers, it removes one of the most awkward and potentially damaging parts of fitting a rear dashcam.
Discreet Dashcam Cable Routing
The dashcam cables were routed carefully behind the Kia EV5’s headliner and interior trim.
Special attention must be given to the vehicle’s curtain airbags. Dashcam wiring should never be placed across an airbag or installed in a way that could obstruct its deployment.
The cable route was planned so that the wiring remained:
Securely retained
Hidden from view
Clear of the curtain airbags
Clear of moving components
Free from sharp bends or trapped sections
Accessible for future removal if required
Our installations are designed to be fully removable, leaving little or no evidence that the system was previously fitted.
Hardwiring and Parking Mode
This Dashcam system was connected to a suitable power supply in the Kia EV5 fusebox using a professional hardwire installation.
Hardwiring allows the camera to operate automatically when the vehicle is driven and enables parking-mode recording after the vehicle has been switched off.
Parking mode can help capture:
Parking impacts
Vehicles reversing into the car
Deliberate damage
Suspicious activity
Hit-and-run incidents
Movement around the vehicle
The hardwire system also incorporates battery-voltage protection. This is important because it prevents the dashcam from continuing to record if the vehicle’s 12-volt battery falls below a safe level.
Although the Kia EV5 is an electric vehicle, it still uses a separate low-voltage battery to operate many of its electrical systems. Correct battery protection is therefore essential.
Dash Camera Setup and Testing
Before installation, our dashcams are prepared and configured days before.
This can include:
Installing the latest firmware
Formatting and testing the memory card
Setting the correct date and time
Adjusting sound notifications
Configuring video resolution
Selecting parking-mode settings
Updating available speed-camera information
Testing smartphone connectivity
After installation, we checked:
The front-camera angle
The rear-camera angle
Video recording quality
Memory-card operation
Power-on and shutdown behaviour
Parking-mode activation
Smartphone connection
Audio and notification settings
Any necessary adjustments were completed before handing the vehicle back to the customer.
Customer Handover
Once testing was complete, we provided the customer with a full demonstration of the dashcam system.
This included showing them how to:
View live footage
Connect to the camera using their smartphone
Download important recordings
Protect an incident file
Remove and format the memory card
Identify front and rear recordings
Check that the camera is operating correctly
Access footage following an incident
We also explained how parking mode works and how the battery-protection system helps protect the Kia’s low-voltage battery.
Benefits of Professional Dashcam Installation
Choosing a professional installer helps ensure that the dashcam performs correctly without compromising the appearance or safety systems of the vehicle.
Benefits include:
Correct camera positioning
Minimal blind spots
Discreetly hidden wiring
Safe routing around curtain airbags
Secure electrical connections
Correct parking-mode operation
Battery-voltage protection
Full system testing
Installation and equipment support including warranty
A complete customer handover
Poorly completed DIY installations can lead to visible wiring, loose cameras, unreliable power connections or cables being incorrectly routed around vehicle airbags.
Incorrect hardwiring may also result in the camera failing to enter parking mode or unnecessarily discharging the vehicle’s 12-volt battery.
Maintaining Your Dashcam
Once installed, a dashcam requires relatively little maintenance. However, we recommend occasionally carrying out the following checks:
Clean the front and rear camera lenses
Confirm that both cameras are recording
Check the camera angle after the vehicle has been serviced
Format the memory card periodically
Replace heavily used memory cards when required
Install firmware updates when available
Make sure cables have not been disturbed or unplugged
It is especially important to check the dashcam after windscreen replacement, vehicle servicing or interior repair work.
Kia EV5 Dashcam Installation in Scunthorpe and Surrounding Areas
This Kia EV5 was installed for a customer near Scunthorpe, but we regularly provide professional dashcam installations throughout North Lincolnshire and the surrounding area.
We cover locations including:
Scunthorpe
Brigg
Barton-upon-Humber
Kirton in Lindsey
Gainsborough
Grimsby
Cleethorpes
Goole
Doncaster
North Lincolnshire
East Yorkshire
We install dashcams in electric vehicles, hybrids, cars, vans, motorhomes and commercial vehicles.
Final Thoughts
The combination of a 4K front camera and 2K rear camera gives this Kia EV5 high-quality coverage from both directions.
The completed system provides:
Detailed 4K front recording
Clear 2K rear recording
Discreet cable routing
Parking-mode protection
Battery-voltage protection
A clean, professional finish
The cameras and hardwire installation can also be removed and transferred to another suitable vehicle in the future, making a professionally fitted dashcam system a valuable long-term investment.
For information about a professional Kia EV5 dashcam installation near Scunthorpe, or to purchase our DC03 rear dashcam mount for your own installation, contact Dashcams.co.uk.
