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Old Jun 5, 2006 | 12:57 PM
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Question Screen - Nav/Audio Defect?

I recently purcahsed the RX 350 and the navigation system screen keeps getting grayed out when driving

at first I thought it was a safety feature. But it does it even when I am playing mp3 songs. The folder list gets grayed out? Ditto on the phone, when trying to add an address while driving.

The problem disappears when I brake or when car is parked.

is this a safety feature? and if so am i the only one who thinks it is ridiculous to have this feature for the screen when using the phone and the CD player?

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Old Jun 5, 2006 | 01:14 PM
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yes, it sucks.. but also why you get voice reg feature
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Old Jun 5, 2006 | 02:29 PM
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yes, this is standard on all lexus models. i am surprised your salesman didn't point it out before you bought it; not that it should sway your decision much, but it's nice to know before you commit.

in any case, do a search on clublexus, you can find tips and tricks for getting around the safety features if you desire. specifically, go the IS forum since that model has had the Gen 5 nav for a few months now. just do a search for override.
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Old Jun 6, 2006 | 05:51 AM
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Lexus lover, thanks for your awesome tip!
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