Was it hard to unplug the factory harness from the Nav DVD player and put the Coastaletech on?
08 RX 400H owners and Coastaletech
Thread Starter
Lead Lap
Joined: Feb 2002
Posts: 477
Likes: 2
From: Nevada
08 RX 400H owners and Coastaletech
Any 08 RX 400H owners installed the Navigation by pass from Coastaletech?
The reason why I am asking is every time I talk to Coastaletech they give me a different answer on whether the basic or ultimate or any of their products will work for the 08 RX 400H. I had one guy call me back and said none of the products they make works for the 08 RX400 and then another girl called me back saying the lock pick basic would only work then an email saying the ultimate would work just to check the website.
Those people at Coastaletech would make some serious money if they got a business plan and did things the right way. Unbelievable they have a product that can sell but no brains to organize the sales and advertising.
I am afraid to pay any money to them because if I get the wrong product there will be no refund. Anyone have experience with these clowns?
The reason why I am asking is every time I talk to Coastaletech they give me a different answer on whether the basic or ultimate or any of their products will work for the 08 RX 400H. I had one guy call me back and said none of the products they make works for the 08 RX400 and then another girl called me back saying the lock pick basic would only work then an email saying the ultimate would work just to check the website.
Those people at Coastaletech would make some serious money if they got a business plan and did things the right way. Unbelievable they have a product that can sell but no brains to organize the sales and advertising.
I am afraid to pay any money to them because if I get the wrong product there will be no refund. Anyone have experience with these clowns?
Intermediate
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 250
Likes: 160
From: WI
"Anyone have experience with these clowns?"
You hit the nail on the head there. I don't know how you can be smart enough to do a car computer hack but not smart to design a decent web site and to run a business properly. Amazing.
Do a search here. http://us.lexusownersclub.com/forums...p?showforum=79
There are people with '08's that have at least installed the basic lockpick. I have toyed with the idea but have been turned off by the company.
You hit the nail on the head there. I don't know how you can be smart enough to do a car computer hack but not smart to design a decent web site and to run a business properly. Amazing.
Do a search here. http://us.lexusownersclub.com/forums...p?showforum=79
There are people with '08's that have at least installed the basic lockpick. I have toyed with the idea but have been turned off by the company.
Driver School Candidate
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 7
Likes: 0
From: CA
I ordered it after getting confirmation that the Lockpick basic works on the 2008 400h. Installed it and it did not work. Sent it back and they are sending another one to me.
They shipped my original order right away and everything was great until I discovered the unit was defective. The problem is my replacement still hasn't been shipped even though they received the one I sent back 10 days ago! I emailed them asking why it what was taking so long and was told that it should ship in a few days, but no explanation as to why it was taking so long to ship my replacement.
You're right the website is a total joke and I'm now disappointed in their customer service. We'll see how long it takes for me to get my replacement and if it works.
They shipped my original order right away and everything was great until I discovered the unit was defective. The problem is my replacement still hasn't been shipped even though they received the one I sent back 10 days ago! I emailed them asking why it what was taking so long and was told that it should ship in a few days, but no explanation as to why it was taking so long to ship my replacement.
You're right the website is a total joke and I'm now disappointed in their customer service. We'll see how long it takes for me to get my replacement and if it works.
Thread Starter
Lead Lap
Joined: Feb 2002
Posts: 477
Likes: 2
From: Nevada
I ordered it after getting confirmation that the Lockpick basic works on the 2008 400h. Installed it and it did not work. Sent it back and they are sending another one to me.
They shipped my original order right away and everything was great until I discovered the unit was defective. The problem is my replacement still hasn't been shipped even though they received the one I sent back 10 days ago! I emailed them asking why it what was taking so long and was told that it should ship in a few days, but no explanation as to why it was taking so long to ship my replacement.
You're right the website is a total joke and I'm now disappointed in their customer service. We'll see how long it takes for me to get my replacement and if it works.
They shipped my original order right away and everything was great until I discovered the unit was defective. The problem is my replacement still hasn't been shipped even though they received the one I sent back 10 days ago! I emailed them asking why it what was taking so long and was told that it should ship in a few days, but no explanation as to why it was taking so long to ship my replacement.
You're right the website is a total joke and I'm now disappointed in their customer service. We'll see how long it takes for me to get my replacement and if it works.
If you get the new unit and it works please let us know, I will probably buy it if you get yours to work because I cannot stand this nav lock out during motion.
Thanks
Driver School Candidate
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 7
Likes: 0
From: CA
Yes it was installed in the back under the tool tray. Very easy installation. I'll let you know my results when I do get the replacement. I'm not too worried, lots of people have reported using the basic lockpick on the 08. I'm fairly sure it was just a bad unit I initially got. Hopefully I won't be waiting too much longer.
Driver School Candidate
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 7
Likes: 0
From: CA
I ordered it after getting confirmation that the Lockpick basic works on the 2008 400h. Installed it and it did not work. Sent it back and they are sending another one to me.
They shipped my original order right away and everything was great until I discovered the unit was defective. The problem is my replacement still hasn't been shipped even though they received the one I sent back 10 days ago! I emailed them asking why it what was taking so long and was told that it should ship in a few days, but no explanation as to why it was taking so long to ship my replacement.
You're right the website is a total joke and I'm now disappointed in their customer service. We'll see how long it takes for me to get my replacement and if it works.
They shipped my original order right away and everything was great until I discovered the unit was defective. The problem is my replacement still hasn't been shipped even though they received the one I sent back 10 days ago! I emailed them asking why it what was taking so long and was told that it should ship in a few days, but no explanation as to why it was taking so long to ship my replacement.
You're right the website is a total joke and I'm now disappointed in their customer service. We'll see how long it takes for me to get my replacement and if it works.
Finally got my replacement today. Everything now works as advertised. Nice to finally have the full use of the NAV.
Driver
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 102
Likes: 0
From: New Jersey
glad to hear you have full use of your nav! i might be joining the club sometime in the near future,, I hate having to pull over or stop to use the damn navi
Trending Topics
Thread Starter
Lead Lap
Joined: Feb 2002
Posts: 477
Likes: 2
From: Nevada
ClubLexus Stories
Celebrating Lexus & Toyota from Around the Globe
8 Tips for Improving Your Hybrid or Plug-in Hybrid's Efficiency!
Michael S. Palmer
10 Best Lexus Models No One Remembers
Joe Kucinski
TRD Off-Road Premium: Best 2026 4Runner, Except This One Thing
Michael S. Palmer
Top 10 Lexus & Toyotas to Drive Before You Die!
Joe Kucinski
Top 10 Lexus/Toyotas With The LEAST 5-Year Depreciation
Joe Kucinski
Lexus LC500 Convertible Auction: A Preview of Rising Values?
Brett Foote
GX 550 vs TX 550: Best 3-Row Luxury Lexus Family Hauler
Michael S. Palmer
9 Best Lexus Models You Can Buy for Half Price (And 1 You Shouldn't!)
Joe Kucinski
2026 Lexus NX Buyer's Guide: Models, Features, Prices & More!
Brett Foote
Driver School Candidate
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 7
Likes: 0
From: CA
The harness is very easy. The hardest part is getting the spare tire tool tray out. It's a very tight fit, but with a little finesse it does come out. The entire installation takes about 5 minutes. Once it's installed you'll find it's well worth the money! Good luck.
Driver School Candidate
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 3
Likes: 0
From: VA
Hi all, I'm new to the Forum and a new owner of an 08 RX 400h. I took delivery last Saturday.
My salesman told me the DVD system is a "service item" and it's behind the glove box. He said it's very complicated to get to it...Do you think they moved it? I really want to get the Lockpick sounds like you guys are happy with it.
Thanks for any info.
My salesman told me the DVD system is a "service item" and it's behind the glove box. He said it's very complicated to get to it...Do you think they moved it? I really want to get the Lockpick sounds like you guys are happy with it.
Thanks for any info.
Thread Starter
Lead Lap
Joined: Feb 2002
Posts: 477
Likes: 2
From: Nevada
Hi all, I'm new to the Forum and a new owner of an 08 RX 400h. I took delivery last Saturday.
My salesman told me the DVD system is a "service item" and it's behind the glove box. He said it's very complicated to get to it...Do you think they moved it? I really want to get the Lockpick sounds like you guys are happy with it.
Thanks for any info.
My salesman told me the DVD system is a "service item" and it's behind the glove box. He said it's very complicated to get to it...Do you think they moved it? I really want to get the Lockpick sounds like you guys are happy with it.
Thanks for any info.
Driver School Candidate
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 3
Likes: 0
From: VA
Thread Starter
Lead Lap
Joined: Feb 2002
Posts: 477
Likes: 2
From: Nevada
Lockpick 3 basic is what you need and it really works well. Installation will only take 10 minutes. The people that work for that company have no clue what they are doing but the products work. If they had a brain for running a business they would make so much money.
Driver School Candidate
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 11
Likes: 1
From: CA
Save your money! There's an easier way...
I came across this: 
http://www.wikihow.com/Override-Lexu...on-Motion-Lock
And IT WORKS. I JUST TRIED IT! I was considering getting the Lockpick 3 but decided to search the web more since a friend of ours tried the Override method on his 2008 Toyota Truck NAV.
I'm not sure if someone else has posted this information earlier. I apologize if this has already been mentioned.
GOOD LUCK EVERYONE!
http://www.wikihow.com/Override-Lexu...on-Motion-Lock
And IT WORKS. I JUST TRIED IT! I was considering getting the Lockpick 3 but decided to search the web more since a friend of ours tried the Override method on his 2008 Toyota Truck NAV.
I'm not sure if someone else has posted this information earlier. I apologize if this has already been mentioned.
GOOD LUCK EVERYONE!