Lexus Enform 2.0 to update with Apple CarPlay
05-09-19, 07:27 AM
#226
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Fat 32
Guys, I've updated my 2019 NX300 (Pre-Oct) and everything went super-well.
I was a bit nervous at the beginning, but now it's completed.
Couple of things:
1) Use FAT32 format for USB. Put all the files in the root folder
2) Find a nice quiet place where you can keep your car running
3) Be patient and follow the manual
Also, my e-Owners Manual did not reset and all my setting are in place.
If you have any questions, feel free to ask me.
I was a bit nervous at the beginning, but now it's completed.
Couple of things:
1) Use FAT32 format for USB. Put all the files in the root folder
2) Find a nice quiet place where you can keep your car running
3) Be patient and follow the manual
Also, my e-Owners Manual did not reset and all my setting are in place.
If you have any questions, feel free to ask me.
Thanks so much...
05-09-19, 07:38 AM
#227
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https://www.wikihow.com/Format-FAT32
05-09-19, 07:39 AM
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If you format it using a Mac using Disk Utility, it does the partitioning a bit differently and won't start the installation process. If you copy the files to it using a Mac, there are some hidden files that will be missed and you'll get the red screen after step 10.
05-09-19, 07:47 AM
#229
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Thanks
Just re-format the USB key again, see link below for instructions:
https://www.wikihow.com/Format-FAT32
https://www.wikihow.com/Format-FAT32
You'll have to or should format it yourself to FAT32 and copy the files to it, using a Windows computer or virtual machine.
If you format it using a Mac using Disk Utility, it does the partitioning a bit differently and won't start the installation process. If you copy the files to it using a Mac, there are some hidden files that will be missed and you'll get the red screen after step 10.
If you format it using a Mac using Disk Utility, it does the partitioning a bit differently and won't start the installation process. If you copy the files to it using a Mac, there are some hidden files that will be missed and you'll get the red screen after step 10.
05-09-19, 08:42 AM
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Not CarPlay, the Lexus multimedia display files. As I am a French-Canadian, just wandering if the zip-file is applicable to all and in multiple languages or if they are specific to the US market. Is there any files (from Lexus) for the specific markets or if these are a “one size fits all” solution upgrade files ? Looking for the French (Canada) and metric system in it
05-09-19, 04:06 PM
#231
My dealer wanted to charge as well! I said I bought car at your place and seller lied me about carplay and I was too excited to check at the time of delivery. Even mentioning I service my IS didnt help....
05-09-19, 06:52 PM
#232
Just tried the update an hour ago. Is Lexus doing an OTA update block from self upgrade? I have a 2018 with no Nav (Pioneer) Audio version 1001. I was able to do up to step 15. Until says update failed because it trying to download online, so I turn Bluetooth on it try the update again it worked. The update successful but I am now stuck version 1011 and the table doesn't support this version. Try turn off the audio/engine for 2min and try to update from the USB again, now keep saying software is up to-date. Anyone have any idea?
Last edited by End1ess; 05-09-19 at 07:00 PM.
05-09-19, 07:53 PM
#233
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nvm it's working fine now. interesting after update i have a Wi-fi option, which wasn't there before. 2018 Canada model
Last edited by balance101; 05-09-19 at 08:08 PM.
05-09-19, 08:57 PM
#234
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Just tried the update an hour ago. Is Lexus doing an OTA update block from self upgrade? I have a 2018 with no Nav (Pioneer) Audio version 1001. I was able to do up to step 15. Until says update failed because it trying to download online, so I turn Bluetooth on it try the update again it worked. The update successful but I am now stuck version 1011 and the table doesn't support this version. Try turn off the audio/engine for 2min and try to update from the USB again, now keep saying software is up to-date. Anyone have any idea?
05-09-19, 09:48 PM
#235
Makes you wonder if scare tactics work so that they can charge? Has anyone gone to the actual dealer and asked for this update? If so did they try to charge for it? I know it "should" be free but I can definitively see dealers trying to charge the $199 MSRP, then when someone complains as an "act of kindness" charge half of that because they still want to make a buck...
Also isn't it funny how we are risking serious damage when the dealer is installing the update same way via the instructions that are on the toyota site... If the dealer bricks the headunit they replace as per the instructions...lol Totally get the potential for bricking something but at the same time, I don't think it's as dire as they make it out to be. This is coming from someone that has always rooted their phones, updated other car system, upgrades IT equipment worth many many times over what this head unit costs and normally is more of a complicated process.. The directions seem rather straight forward to me. Use a quality thumb drive that is properly formatted and has the correct files in the root directory. The car does the rest.. then reinstall the owners manual if need be. On a scale of 1-10 for hardness this definitely looks like a 1.5 to me.
-Nigel
Also isn't it funny how we are risking serious damage when the dealer is installing the update same way via the instructions that are on the toyota site... If the dealer bricks the headunit they replace as per the instructions...lol Totally get the potential for bricking something but at the same time, I don't think it's as dire as they make it out to be. This is coming from someone that has always rooted their phones, updated other car system, upgrades IT equipment worth many many times over what this head unit costs and normally is more of a complicated process.. The directions seem rather straight forward to me. Use a quality thumb drive that is properly formatted and has the correct files in the root directory. The car does the rest.. then reinstall the owners manual if need be. On a scale of 1-10 for hardness this definitely looks like a 1.5 to me.
-Nigel
05-09-19, 09:49 PM
#236
Every time I start the car the enform pop up for update. I did the update like 4 times still pop up for update.
There's a new app in enform called New apps! But uninstall itself every time I launch it.
05-10-19, 05:57 AM
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05-10-19, 06:01 AM
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For the most part, CarPlay is working well. Has anyone else encountered an issue when using "Hey Siri" and the centre gauge in the instrument panel getting stuck on the muted microphone symbol? The voice command works, but the centre gauge doesn't switch back to the panel (eg speedometer) after the voice command is acknowledge and processed. The return button on the steering wheel doesn't work either. I've only been able to fix it by engaging the Lexus voice command prompt then closing it on the screen... which works until the next use of Siri.