Thanks for clarifying.
Software updates
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Software updates
Looking at the Lexus software update page none are listed for IS cars, do they only update them when you bring the car in for service?
My 2018 currently has:
Nav: A11A8000
OS: 17.P460
Gracenote: 08367
My 2018 currently has:
Nav: A11A8000
OS: 17.P460
Gracenote: 08367
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There are no Gracenote updates available in Canada...I've inquired directly with Lexus Canada about this.
I'm not sure if there are any updates for 2018 as yet...I know 2014 and 2015 had some updates.
Usually the updates are part of a TSB to correct an issue(s), so technically they would update it at the dealer for free as part of the TSB.
I'm not sure if there are any updates for 2018 as yet...I know 2014 and 2015 had some updates.
Usually the updates are part of a TSB to correct an issue(s), so technically they would update it at the dealer for free as part of the TSB.
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For the NAV update, you will need to pay the dealer. Regular software update like gracenote, once there is a new update, it should get automatically downloaded once you install lexus app and pair your phone to your car.
Regarding the TSB, it was for the car's GPS firmware.
Regarding the TSB, it was for the car's GPS firmware.
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For the NAV update, you will need to pay the dealer. Regular software update like gracenote, once there is a new update, it should get automatically downloaded once you install lexus app and pair your phone to your car.
Regarding the TSB, it was for the car's GPS firmware.
Regarding the TSB, it was for the car's GPS firmware.
The NAV updates is not free, I meant the map data for they will have to replace the SD card.
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MinnRC350 - download and try out Lexus App Suite (not 2.0) You will then be able to "use your phone"
to input into the native Lexus Navigation. The car knows when the gas stations are (or were in 2014!).
Open up LAS and touch Fuel Finder and it will sort current fuel prices by location or price plus drop
it into your map. Select "Destination Search" (not Destination Assist) and press the steering wheel
speech button. You are now using your phones voice recognition and map data rather than the cars.
s3v3n is correct, Nav updates cost because the Dealer is sending your money for the licensing fee
and it also takes an hour to download using the dealership TechTool.
www.lexusdrivers.com resources Multimedia updates are free when available and includes Bluetooth
and voice recognition upgrades. Use your own computer and flash drive. My 2018 ES300h has not
had one yet.
Lexus App Suite will update the car automatically every time your paired phone is running the
app (initial time will be 5-7 minutes of your life you will never get back!)
to input into the native Lexus Navigation. The car knows when the gas stations are (or were in 2014!).
Open up LAS and touch Fuel Finder and it will sort current fuel prices by location or price plus drop
it into your map. Select "Destination Search" (not Destination Assist) and press the steering wheel
speech button. You are now using your phones voice recognition and map data rather than the cars.
s3v3n is correct, Nav updates cost because the Dealer is sending your money for the licensing fee
and it also takes an hour to download using the dealership TechTool.
www.lexusdrivers.com resources Multimedia updates are free when available and includes Bluetooth
and voice recognition upgrades. Use your own computer and flash drive. My 2018 ES300h has not
had one yet.
Lexus App Suite will update the car automatically every time your paired phone is running the
app (initial time will be 5-7 minutes of your life you will never get back!)
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For the 3IS and others that have the micros SD card, it's simply replacing the card which takes a few seconds.
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