In this guide, we'll walk you through the installation of the Thinkware U3000 Dual Channel, dash cam and the PowerCell 8 battery pack in a 2024 Acura Integra Type S. This guide will also apply to other Acura vehicles, hatchbacks, and many Hondas.
This high-performance compact sports hatchback sedan features a turbocharged 2.0-liter engine, adaptive dampers, and Brembo brakes, making it a prime candidate for the advanced protection offered by the Thinkware U3000-2CH. This dash cam provides 4K UHD front recording and 2K QHD rear recording, along with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and parking surveillance modes. The PowerCell 8 battery pack ensures extended parking mode recording without draining the car’s battery, a crucial feature for performance vehicles like the Integra Type S.
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First, decide on the placement for the front camera. In the Acura Integra Type S, the best spot is behind the rearview mirror on the passenger side. This location offers an optimal view while keeping the camera discreet. Use the Thinkware app to check the camera’s live view and adjust the angle for the best coverage and ADAS functionality. Clean the windshield thoroughly to ensure the adhesive sticks properly, then peel off the adhesive cover and press the camera firmly in place for about 30 seconds.
Next, we’ll hardwire the system to the vehicle’s fusebox, located at the top of the driver’s side footwell. Start by running the hardwiring kit from the battery pack to the fusebox. Since we're wiring a battery pack, we only need an accessory connection rated between 20A and 30A. Use a circuit tester to identify the correct ACC connection and then use an add-a-fuse adapter to connect the hardwiring kit. For the 2024 Acura Integra Type S, low-profile fuse taps are used.
Secure the PowerCell 8 under the driver's seat using the included Velcro adhesives, ensuring it doesn't interfere with the seat's functions.
For more information on the hardwiring process, check out our hardwiring guide here.
With power going to the battery pack, connect the cable to the front dash cam using the spliced Thinkware hardwire kit. Remove the footwell side panelling to route the cable underneath and up the vehicle’s frame to the A-pillar. To avoid safety hazards, remove the A-pillar and run the cable behind or around the airbag. Once at the top, tuck the cable along the windshield’s headliner, ensuring a clean and professional look. Finally, connect the cable to the camera.
For the rear camera, follow the headliner from the front windshield to the passenger side A-pillar, then along the trim to the rear, past the A, B, and C pillars. For the Integra's hatchback rear window, run the cable through the side tubing to get to the rear window. This involves removing some panelling on the hatchback and loosening an entry point in the headliner. Secure the rear camera cable with cable clips and zip ties to existing wiring. Position the rear camera high and center on the rear window for the best view, ensuring it doesn’t interfere with the defroster lines. Clean the area, remove the adhesive backing, and press the camera firmly into place.
With both cameras mounted and all cables routed, tidy up any excess cabling by bundling it and stowing it in the vehicle’s frame. Replace all the trim pieces, ensuring everything clicks back into place properly. The installation is now complete, providing top-notch video quality and advanced features like ADAS and cloud connectivity, perfectly complementing the high-tech nature of the Integra Type S.
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This setup ensures your Acura Integra Type S has some of the best video protection available, with extended parking mode durations and energy-efficient radar modules. If you enjoyed this guide, don’t forget to like and subscribe for more dash cam installation tips and product reviews. Thanks for reading, and drive safely!
Say hello to our most premium dash cam to date, the Thinkware U3000. This 4K UHD dash cam is the first Thinkware to use advanced Sony STARVIS 2 image technology for crystal clear image quality. With this new sensor, the U3000 has improved low-light performance and contrast, providing high resolution and clarity.
Beyond that, it also boasts more ‘Thinkware’s First’ features such as built-in Bluetooth connectivity for pairing, Super Night Vision 4.0, and dual built-in RADAR sensors! Best of all, the Thinkware U3000 is also compatible with the Thinkware CONNECTED Cloud that allows users to conveniently monitor everything that’s happening around the car, all in one tap.
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