Replacing the camera on the Xiaomi scooter: a detailed guide with photos and tips

Xiaomi scooters are some of the most popular vehicles in the city, but their cameras (especially on models) are the most popular. M365, Pro 2 and 1S) Problems range from blurry images to no signal, and the official service charges up to 50% of the cost of a new scooter for repairs, and in this article we will discuss how to replace the camera on the Xiaomi scooter without damaging the control board or battery. We will look at all the stages: from fault diagnosis to testing a new camera, and give tips on the choice of spare parts and tools.

It's important to understand that changing the camera is not just a mechanical operation, but there are risks of damage to the plumes, improper connection of the connectors or even short circuit if you don't take precautions. M365 The Pro camera is integrated with the lighting system, and an error in connection can cause LEDs to fail. So before you start work, carefully study the connection circuitry for your model and prepare the workplace.

If you've never done electronics, you'd better practice on something less valuable or consult a specialist, but if you're willing to take a risk, follow our instructions, and in 1-2 hours, your scooter will again record clear video for your trips or streams.

1. Diagnostics of malfunction: how to tell if the camera is broken?

Before you run for a new camera, make sure it's the one that's the problem, and the symptoms of the malfunction may coincide with the failure of the control board or the connectors, and here are the main signs that the camera needs to be replaced:

• 📷 No image in the Mi Home app or on screen (if the model supports live video output).
• 🔍 Blurred or distorted video – even after cleaning the lens and rebooting the scooter.
• ⚡ The camera turns on but immediately shuts off - this may indicate damage to the plume or short circuit.
• 🔌 Connection error in the application (code) ERROR_0x104 or CAMERA_DISCONNECTED).

To rule out software failures, try:

1. Reboot the scooter (hold the power button for 10 seconds).
2. Update your firmware via Mi Home or DownG (see instructions for your model on the website). 4PDA).
3. Check the integrity of the connectors (carefully pull the camera plume - it should not hang around).

If the camera doesn't work after this manipulation, it probably needs to be changed. M365 Pro 2 most often fails matrix (due to vibrations or moisture), and 1S Pro 3 – a power train that rubs against the body.

⚠️ Note: On scooters Xiaomi Electric Scooter 4 Pro and the newer camera is connected to the system ADAS (Incorrect replacement may disable the automatic braking function!

2. Which camera to choose for replacement: original vs analogues

Xiaomi’s scooter parts market is filled with cheap Chinese scooter parts, but not all of them are suitable for long-term use.

For Xiaomi models M365 and pro 2 I'll fit the camera with the article M365-CAM-01 or N4M28-CAM (It's a Ninebot analog. 1S and pro 3 module installed M365-1S-CAM Before you buy, check if your model supports night vision — some cheap ones don't have it.

Where to buy:

• 🛒 Official dealers (e.g. mi.com) – original parts but expensive.
• 📦 AliExpress is cheap, but check reviews (look for sellers rated 98%+).
• 🔧 Local service centers – sometimes sell used cameras after repairs.

If you take an analogue, be sure to check with the seller:

1. Does the connector fit your model (the photo should show the number of contacts).
2. Is there a ring in the box (without it, the camera will let moisture through).
3. Is the firmware compatible (some analogues require an update of the scooter software).

3. Tools and preparations for replacement

To replace the camera on the Xiaomi scooter, you will need:

Also prepare the workplace:

• 🪑 Clean table with good lighting (better to use a table lamp).
• 🧲 Magnetic mat or bowl for screws (so as not to lose small details).
• 📱 Smartphone with camera - to photograph the process of disassembly (useful when assembling).

Before the start of the work:

1. Turn off the scooter and disconnect the battery (otherwise you risk burning the board!).
2. Clean the case of dirt (especially around the camera) - dust can get inside.
3. See the video instructions for your model (e.g., replacing the camera with a new one). M365 Pro 2).

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi Electric Scooter 3 Lite and 4 Pro scooters, the camera is mounted not on screws, but on latches. If you pull too hard, you can break the plastic case!

Step-by-step instructions for replacing the camera

Let’s take a look at the Xiaomi example. M365 Pro 2 (for other models, the steps are similar, but the mountings may differ).

Step 1: Remove the steering wheel and top cover

1. Unscrew 4 screws T10 on the steering column (they are hidden under rubber plugs).

2. Take the steering wheel off carefully, don't pull the wires! Inside is a plume of the display and the cameras.

3. Unscrew 6 screws T8 on the upper cover of the case (where the camera is located).

Step 2: Unconnecting the old camera

1. Turn off the camera power connector (it is usually black with 4-6 contacts).

2. Unscrew 2 screws. T8, who keep a camera in the case.

3. Carefully remove the camera with the plume. If the plume is glued, put a plastic blade on it.

Step 3: Installation of a new camera

1. Check if the new camera connector matches the old one. If not, don't plug in!

2.Put the camera into the groove and twist the screws (don't pull over!).

3. Connect the plume to the control board. Make sure the contacts are not bent.

Step 4: Verification and Assembly

1. Connect the battery and turn on the scooter.

2. Launch the Mi Home app and check if the image appears.

3. If everything works, put the body in reverse order. Don't forget to seal the joints with heat adhesive!

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Before final assembly, wipe the lens of the new camera with an alcohol napkin - often they are fingerprints from the factory.

5 Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Even experienced craftsmen sometimes make mistakes when replacing a camera, and here are the most common ones:

• 🔌 Incorrect connection of the plume - mixed plus/minus or signal wires. Solution: check the connection scheme for your model.
• 💧 Moisture from the absence of the sealing ring Solution: buy the ring separately or use a silicone sealant.
• 🔧 Twisted screws can crack the camera body. Solution: twist a screwdriver with a torque limiter (or "to the touch").
• 📱 Unrenewed software - the new camera is not recognized by the system. Solution: Update the firmware through DownG.

If the camera does not work after replacement, perform a diagnosis:

1. Check the multimeter voltage on the camera connector (should be) 5V).
2. Make sure the plume is not bent or damaged.
3. Try plugging in an old camera – if it’s working, the problem is with the new part.

⚠️ Note: On scooters Xiaomi Electric Scooter 4 Ultra camera is connected to the GPS-If the satellite signal is missing after the replacement, check the antenna connection!

Alternative solutions: repair instead of replacement

If the camera is slightly blurred or periodically shuts down, you can try to repair it instead of replacing it.

• 🔍 Cleaning the lens - sometimes it is enough to wipe the lens from the inside with a cotton swab soaked in alcohol.
• 🔌 Salting of the plume - if the contacts are oxidized or depart, they can be soldered carefully (a soldering iron is needed for a soldering iron). 30W flux).
• 💡 Capacitors Replacement – The camera board sometimes inflates the capacitors (requires experience with microelectronics).

For the plume repair:

1. Carefully remove the insulation from the damaged area.
2. Clear and clear the contacts.
3. Seal new wires (use a thin multi-core cable).
4. Close the soldering area with heat shrinkage.

If you are not sure about your skills, it is better not to take risks - improper soldering can disable the scooter control board, and its replacement will cost 10,000-15,000. ₽.

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Repairing a camera is only justified if its cost exceeds 3,000. ₽. In other cases, it is cheaper and more reliable to buy a new one.

7. Update firmware after camera replacement

On some models (Xiaomi Pro 2, 1S) When you change the camera, you need to update the firmware so that the system recognizes the new device:

1. Download the latest firmware version for your model with ScooterHacking.
2. Connect the scooter to the PC through USB-C and run DownG or XiaoFlash.
3. Select the firmware file and wait until the installation is complete (do not turn off the scooter!).
4. After the update, restart the device and check the camera in Mi Home.

If the camera doesn't work anyway:

• Try to roll back the firmware to the previous version.
• Check if your model supports custom firmware (for example, CFW).
• Reset the scooter settings to factory (Settings) → Reset at Mi Home).

At Xiaomi Electric Scooter 3/4 The camera may need to be activated through service mode:

1. Turn on the scooter.


2. Press the power button + brake button for 5 seconds.




3. In the service mode menu, select Camera Reset.

FAQ: Frequent questions about replacing the camera with Xiaomi