Change NAV destionation while in motion
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Nav Disclaimer Override
The override technique does not work on my '04 RX330 .
I know how to get to the Diagnostic Screen (see below), but I can't
find an "Override" button anywhere on that or subsequent screens. Same
for the Volume screen.
If anyone can help, I would appreciate it.
Here's how to get to the Diagnostic Screen on 04 RX330:
Ignition or Acc On
Hit "I Agree" at the Disclaimer
Press "Display"
On the Display Screen press the top left corner, just below the word
"Display"
Then press the bottom left, just above the Minus Sign
Do this three times, then the Service Check mode comes on.
Wait a few moments for the diagnostics to complete.
There are some interesting screens in this section.
Careful if you do this while driving. Be aware that it disables the
radio (and maybe the A/C, I can't recall). Also, I know of no way to
get out of this Diagnostic mode other than turning off the ignition.
If anyone can figure out how to override the nav disclaimer on this car, maybe using some of the above "Easter Egg" info, I would appreciate it.
I know how to get to the Diagnostic Screen (see below), but I can't
find an "Override" button anywhere on that or subsequent screens. Same
for the Volume screen.
If anyone can help, I would appreciate it.
Here's how to get to the Diagnostic Screen on 04 RX330:
Ignition or Acc On
Hit "I Agree" at the Disclaimer
Press "Display"
On the Display Screen press the top left corner, just below the word
"Display"
Then press the bottom left, just above the Minus Sign
Do this three times, then the Service Check mode comes on.
Wait a few moments for the diagnostics to complete.
There are some interesting screens in this section.
Careful if you do this while driving. Be aware that it disables the
radio (and maybe the A/C, I can't recall). Also, I know of no way to
get out of this Diagnostic mode other than turning off the ignition.
If anyone can figure out how to override the nav disclaimer on this car, maybe using some of the above "Easter Egg" info, I would appreciate it.
Driver School Candidate
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 21
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From: PA
It works on my wife's new RX 350. Just tried it yesterday: Menu -> Volume -> top left -> bottom left -> top left -> bottom left -> "secret" screen appears -> hold down "override" for a few seconds until it beeps & stays highlighted.
For the people that aren't getting it to work, are you always hitting the same spots in the corners? It didn't work the first time my wife tried it, but it looked to me like she wasn't hitting the "exact" corners of the sceen. It works every time I do it, and she can do it now as well.
Another thing I think I read in another thread here... someone mentioned that it wasn't working on their car, which was manufactured in Japan. Our RX is made in Canada, and I think a few of the people who've said that it works for them, have cars assembled in the US. For those of you who can't do it, are your cars made in Japan? FYI, a quick way to tell is if your VIN number starts with a J (Japan), 1 (USA) or 2 (Canada).
For the people that aren't getting it to work, are you always hitting the same spots in the corners? It didn't work the first time my wife tried it, but it looked to me like she wasn't hitting the "exact" corners of the sceen. It works every time I do it, and she can do it now as well.
Another thing I think I read in another thread here... someone mentioned that it wasn't working on their car, which was manufactured in Japan. Our RX is made in Canada, and I think a few of the people who've said that it works for them, have cars assembled in the US. For those of you who can't do it, are your cars made in Japan? FYI, a quick way to tell is if your VIN number starts with a J (Japan), 1 (USA) or 2 (Canada).
MultiTasking Mom
Joined: Mar 2003
Posts: 1,662
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From: California
Originally Posted by ronaldo38
The override technique does not work on my '04 RX330 .
I know how to get to the Diagnostic Screen (see below), but I can't
find an "Override" button anywhere on that or subsequent screens. Same
for the Volume screen.
If anyone can help, I would appreciate it.
Here's how to get to the Diagnostic Screen on 04 RX330:
Ignition or Acc On
Hit "I Agree" at the Disclaimer
Press "Display"
On the Display Screen press the top left corner, just below the word
"Display"
Then press the bottom left, just above the Minus Sign
Do this three times, then the Service Check mode comes on.
Wait a few moments for the diagnostics to complete.
There are some interesting screens in this section.
Careful if you do this while driving. Be aware that it disables the
radio (and maybe the A/C, I can't recall). Also, I know of no way to
get out of this Diagnostic mode other than turning off the ignition.
If anyone can figure out how to override the nav disclaimer on this car, maybe using some of the above "Easter Egg" info, I would appreciate it.
I know how to get to the Diagnostic Screen (see below), but I can't
find an "Override" button anywhere on that or subsequent screens. Same
for the Volume screen.
If anyone can help, I would appreciate it.
Here's how to get to the Diagnostic Screen on 04 RX330:
Ignition or Acc On
Hit "I Agree" at the Disclaimer
Press "Display"
On the Display Screen press the top left corner, just below the word
"Display"
Then press the bottom left, just above the Minus Sign
Do this three times, then the Service Check mode comes on.
Wait a few moments for the diagnostics to complete.
There are some interesting screens in this section.
Careful if you do this while driving. Be aware that it disables the
radio (and maybe the A/C, I can't recall). Also, I know of no way to
get out of this Diagnostic mode other than turning off the ignition.
If anyone can figure out how to override the nav disclaimer on this car, maybe using some of the above "Easter Egg" info, I would appreciate it.
- Hit Menu
- Select DVD to look at your DVD info
- On the DVD version screen, hit top left, bottom left, top left, bottom left, bottom RIGHT
- Select Override and HOLD for a few seconds until lit
- Go back
the caviat on the Gen 3 Navigation that is different from Gen 4 and Gen 5 is that you must be stopped to access the DVD version info screen. you cannot access it while in motion. so you have to perform this override before you take off when you anticipate needing it while in motion. it's still a great override, i use it any time i am getting ready to go somewhere that i'm not entirely familiar with. good luck!
elessar - there is no difference between the canadian or japanese built cars. the nav units are all by the same manufacturer and do the same functions; both on Lexus and Toyota models.
Sexi_Lexi - you should keep trying it on your IS - it will work, just have to give it a few tries.
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From: PA
Originally Posted by lexuslover
elessar - there is no difference between the canadian or japanese built cars. the nav units are all by the same manufacturer and do the same functions; both on Lexus and Toyota models.
MultiTasking Mom
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Posts: 1,662
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From: California
Originally Posted by knicker
why is it that you have to reset it every time you turn the car on and off????
the only way to permanently disable it would be to cut the speed sensing wire to the display, but based on the information i've read over the years on this forum, doing so also results in the nav getting lost since those wires are one in the same... i am not sure if anyone has ventured into another try at a permanent solution that works.
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MultiTasking Mom
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From: California
Originally Posted by elessar
Gotcha. I was just thinking that maybe there's some stricter regulation for the ones made in Japan. Total speculation, but I remember reading some posts where people were getting concerned that Lexus was catching onto the fact that the "override" trick had become public knowledge, and were re-flashing the more recent nav units to disable it or change the way it's accessed by their technicians. I was worried that our brand new (< 1 week) RX would have it disabled, until I tried it last night and it worked. Then I remembered a poster in Italy (I believe) who said it wasn't working on his car, so that led me to think of the possibility that cars manufactured in different countries might have to follow different rules. Like I said, pure speculation, but I was curious to see where the cars owned by the folks who can't do it were assembled.
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From: PA
Originally Posted by lexuslover
oh i see - that is a good point. i really hope the nav mfr doesn't get rid of the override - i am spoiled now that i know how to do it, and it would be hard to go back!!
Pole Position
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Originally Posted by lexuslover
well it's basically a temporary override function that was designed for service use i believe. since it is not exactly designed for us to find out
the only way to permanently disable it would be to cut the speed sensing wire to the display, but based on the information i've read over the years on this forum, doing so also results in the nav getting lost since those wires are one in the same... i am not sure if anyone has ventured into another try at a permanent solution that works.
the only way to permanently disable it would be to cut the speed sensing wire to the display, but based on the information i've read over the years on this forum, doing so also results in the nav getting lost since those wires are one in the same... i am not sure if anyone has ventured into another try at a permanent solution that works.
That seems logical........I think its terrible that there is not a permenant way to go about it but hey........what the heck. Still love the car!!!!!!
Driver
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From: CA
Originally Posted by lexuslover
well it's basically a temporary override function that was designed for service use i believe. since it is not exactly designed for us to find out
the only way to permanently disable it would be to cut the speed sensing wire to the display, but based on the information i've read over the years on this forum, doing so also results in the nav getting lost since those wires are one in the same... i am not sure if anyone has ventured into another try at a permanent solution that works.
the only way to permanently disable it would be to cut the speed sensing wire to the display, but based on the information i've read over the years on this forum, doing so also results in the nav getting lost since those wires are one in the same... i am not sure if anyone has ventured into another try at a permanent solution that works.
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=156160
People on the Infiniti forums have been doing this to their G35s and M35/45s for a while now too. It's really a shame that this is even needed. on all Hondas and Acuras, you have full access to all functions at all times regardless of whether the car is moving or stopped. If they are able to get around the legal issues in allowing this with their basic disclaimer screen, I don't see why Toyota/Lexus and Nissan/Infiniti can't or won't do the same.
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Originally Posted by AlterZgo
VVT-i has already done it. He put a toggle switch on the wire to the speed sensor. When he wants to enter info in the nav or use any of the functions that requires your car to be stopped, you flip the toggle switch and the car thinks it's not moving. After you've input your destination, you flip the switch back. Here's the thread:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=156160
People on the Infiniti forums have been doing this to their G35s and M35/45s for a while now too. It's really a shame that this is even needed. on all Hondas and Acuras, you have full access to all functions at all times regardless of whether the car is moving or stopped. If they are able to get around the legal issues in allowing this with their basic disclaimer screen, I don't see why Toyota/Lexus and Nissan/Infiniti can't or won't do the same.
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=156160
People on the Infiniti forums have been doing this to their G35s and M35/45s for a while now too. It's really a shame that this is even needed. on all Hondas and Acuras, you have full access to all functions at all times regardless of whether the car is moving or stopped. If they are able to get around the legal issues in allowing this with their basic disclaimer screen, I don't see why Toyota/Lexus and Nissan/Infiniti can't or won't do the same.
Last edited by elessar; Jun 29, 2006 at 02:36 PM.
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Does not work on the ES350
The Rev 5 NAV software on the ES350 operates differently. As renaldo38 stated earlier the diagnostic screen entry is accomplished by:
Ignition or Acc On
Hit "I Agree" at the Disclaimer
Press "Display"
On the Display Screen press the top left corner, just below the word
"Display"
Then press the bottom left, just above the Minus Sign
Do this three times, then the Service Check mode comes on.
Wait a few moments for the diagnostics to complete.
Unfortunately, there is no override function here.
Ignition or Acc On
Hit "I Agree" at the Disclaimer
Press "Display"
On the Display Screen press the top left corner, just below the word
"Display"
Then press the bottom left, just above the Minus Sign
Do this three times, then the Service Check mode comes on.
Wait a few moments for the diagnostics to complete.
Unfortunately, there is no override function here.
MultiTasking Mom
Joined: Mar 2003
Posts: 1,662
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From: California
Originally Posted by dreyfus
The Rev 5 NAV software on the ES350 operates differently. As renaldo38 stated earlier the diagnostic screen entry is accomplished by:
Ignition or Acc On
Hit "I Agree" at the Disclaimer
Press "Display"
On the Display Screen press the top left corner, just below the word
"Display"
Then press the bottom left, just above the Minus Sign
Do this three times, then the Service Check mode comes on.
Wait a few moments for the diagnostics to complete.
Unfortunately, there is no override function here.
Ignition or Acc On
Hit "I Agree" at the Disclaimer
Press "Display"
On the Display Screen press the top left corner, just below the word
"Display"
Then press the bottom left, just above the Minus Sign
Do this three times, then the Service Check mode comes on.
Wait a few moments for the diagnostics to complete.
Unfortunately, there is no override function here.