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Old 06-10-11, 10:39 AM
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Hi Guys,
I am new in this forum. I recently bought an RX-350 year 2011 with Navi on it. However, after I bought this car I noticed that I can not change anything on Navi system while I am driving. I did some research, and I know that there is a way to cut a wire (permanently or temporary with a switch) to disable this function. Can anybody help me of where I can find the instruction for this work please? Thanks.
Old 07-16-11, 10:47 PM
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Originally Posted by Bill3000
Hi Guys,
I am new in this forum. I recently bought an RX-350 year 2011 with Navi on it. However, after I bought this car I noticed that I can not change anything on Navi system while I am driving. I did some research, and I know that there is a way to cut a wire (permanently or temporary with a switch) to disable this function. Can anybody help me of where I can find the instruction for this work please? Thanks.
There is a guy Tommy in S. El Monte Ca, who can fix it by putting an extra override button.
Old 07-16-11, 11:06 PM
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Hi Bill, there is actually a plug and play solution to this if you decide you want to avoid cutting your factory wires. Here is the link to the product: http://www.beatsonicusa.com/beat-son...ss-module.html

Please let me know if you have any questions on the product. I am here to answer all your questions.
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Old 07-18-11, 02:05 PM
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you can go with beatsonic, or prestigious society link: http://www.prestigioussociety.com/?page_id=138.

beatsonic wins hands down on pricing; so if value is what you want, go with beatsonic. but ps button module looks more refined but you pay more money. either way, both choices will work at overriding navi. question to ask is whether paying more for better looking button is worth it to you.
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I went with The Prestigious Society "plug and play" Navigation and Video Enhancement Module http://www.prestigioussociety.com/?page_id=138. I discussed pricing and warranty with Mark at PS. he can be reached at dealer@prestigioussociety.com .

I had local authorized dealer do install as I did not trust myself removing dash and wire harness. All I have external is two push-button switch. Used free space from option area I apparently did not buy from Lexus.

The unit now gives me and passenger capability to use NAV system and phone book while RX350 is in motion.
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Originally Posted by zmanRX350

I had local authorized dealer do install as I did not trust myself removing dash and wire harness. All I have external is two push-button switch.
Which local installer did you use?
How did the install go?
Can you give me an idea of the install cost.
I would not attempt to install this myself if it entailed removing the dashboard.
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Originally Posted by dlgreg
Which local installer did you use?
How did the install go?
Can you give me an idea of the install cost.
I would not attempt to install this myself if it entailed removing the dashboard.
Hi dlgreg; I used local auto AV custom shop. Name is DPS Automotive http://www.http://dpsdealers.com/. Call Tom Waitzman at (847) 749-2255, or his email tom@dpsdealers.com . This is whom PSS said was an authorized install co. Their address:
11 West College Drive
Suite L
Arlington Heights, IL 60004

I will take pics tonight and post.
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Originally Posted by zmanRX350
Hi dlgreg; I used local auto AV custom shop. Name is DPS Automotive http://www.http://dpsdealers.com/. Call Tom Waitzman at (847) 749-2255, or his email tom@dpsdealers.com . This is whom PSS said was an authorized install co. Their address:
11 West College Drive
Suite L
Arlington Heights, IL 60004

I will take pics tonight and post.
Pics I took this evening. Switch held down w/sticky back tape.
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Originally Posted by zmanRX350
Hi dlgreg; I used local auto AV custom shop. Name is DPS Automotive http://www.http://dpsdealers.com/. Call Tom Waitzman at (847) 749-2255, or his email tom@dpsdealers.com . This is whom PSS said was an authorized install co. Their address:
11 West College Drive
Suite L
Arlington Heights, IL 60004

I will take pics tonight and post.
Thanks for the info and pictures.
I contact Tom for info on pricing.
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