Hyundai Kona Front and Rear Dash Cam Installation
A clean dash cam installation should protect the vehicle as much as it protects the driver. On this 2022 Hyundai Kona, we installed a Viofo front and rear dash camera system with discreet camera placement, concealed wiring, and safe routing around the side-curtain airbag system.
Key Takeaways
- The front Vueroid dash camera sits beside the rearview mirror to avoid driver distraction.
- The rear camera wiring is concealed and routed through Hyundai Kona factory hatch grommets.
- Dash cam wiring is secured to factory wiring behind trim to avoid impeding the airbags.
Table of Contents
- Discreet Front Camera Placement
- Rear Dash Camera Mounted at the Hatch
- Routing the Wire Through Factory Grommets
- Safe Wiring Around the Airbags
- What Makes This Hyundai Kona Dash Cam Installation Clean
Discreet Front Camera Placement
The front-facing Vueroid dash camera is mounted on the passenger side of the rearview mirror. This location keeps the camera positioned for a clear view of the road while staying out of the driver’s normal line of sight.
The goal is simple: the dash cam should be there when it is needed, without becoming a distraction every time you get behind the wheel. Positioning it beside the mirror gives the installation a low-profile, factory-style appearance.
Rear Dash Camera Mounted at the Hatch
At the rear of the Hyundai Kona, the second camera is installed at the hatch to record activity behind the vehicle. This provides front and rear coverage, which is especially useful for documenting rear-end incidents, parking-lot damage, or events that occur while reversing.
The rear camera cable is fully tucked away, so there are no loose wires hanging across the cabin or interfering with hatch operation.
Routing the Wire Through Factory Grommets
One of the important details in a rear dash cam installation is the cable routing between the vehicle body and the hatch. Rather than leaving the wire exposed, the cable is run through the factory grommets.
This approach keeps the wiring protected and hidden while allowing the hatch to open and close normally. It also creates a much cleaner finish than routing a wire visibly around trim panels or across the headliner.
Safe Wiring Around the Airbags
Hiding wires is important, but routing them safely is even more important. The wiring in this Hyundai Kona is installed behind the airbag area without interfering with the airbag deployment path.
With the trim panel removed, there is factory wiring located behind it. The dash cam wire is secured directly to that existing wiring using tie straps. This keeps the cable controlled and away from components that need room to operate in an accident.
A proper dash cam installation should never impede an airbag in any way. Concealed wiring needs to be secure, deliberate, and routed with the vehicle’s safety systems in mind.
What Makes This Hyundai Kona Dash Cam Installation Clean
- Front camera mounted discreetly beside the rearview mirror.
- Rear camera installed at the hatch for complete rear coverage.
- Wiring hidden throughout the vehicle for a factory-style finish.
- Rear cable routed through the factory hatch grommets.
- Wiring secured behind trim without interfering with the airbags.
A front and rear Viofo dash cam setup gives the Hyundai Kona useful all-around recording coverage without cluttering the interior. When the cameras and cables are installed properly, the system stays out of sight, out of the way, and ready to record when it matters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the front dash camera mounted in a Hyundai Kona?
The front camera is mounted on the passenger side of the rearview mirror, where it has a clear road view without distracting the driver.
How is the rear dash cam cable routed through the hatch?
The rear camera cable is routed through the vehicle’s factory grommets between the body and hatch, keeping it protected and out of sight.
Can dash cam wiring interfere with airbags?
It can if it is routed incorrectly. The wiring should be secured behind trim and kept clear of the airbag deployment area, rather than being placed across or in front of the airbag.
