I no longer subscribe to Lexus Enform for my 2016 GS350, yet occasionally the Lexus still updates itself with software updates "downloading software update..." etc. Not talking about map data here (thats a pay-for micro SD card). My question: why do I still have this connectivity in my car if I no longer pay for Lexus Enform? How is that connection made to the cloud? Is it a "free" 3g cell connection? When I press the SOS buttons it confirms I do not have a paid subscription service.

I have called multiple dealers in Phoenix and asked their "technical service advisors" this question. No one seems to know how this connectivity occurs. One advisor even suggested it was a satellite connection (I no longer pay for my satellite radio)!

Informed answers please!

 

The "Lexus Enform App Suite" runs on your phone and periodically updates your car. Despite having "Enform" in the name
it is free to use and free forever. A pre-CarPlay/Android Auto connection between your phone and car using Bluetooth.

When running LEAS on a Bluetooth connected phone, touch center console Menu then on screen Lexus App Suite:
1) Any destination you found and saved in the App before driving are now available.
2) Current fuel prices and station locations (not just the ones from 2015 Map data your 2016 has) will be available
3) Press the steering wheel "talk" button when LEAS Destination Search (not Enform Assist - $$) and your phone will do the work.