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Old 08-09-11, 08:17 AM
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Originally Posted by worker
That's what I have. keeping my fingers cross.
Arent we all!
Old 08-09-11, 08:40 AM
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There is a company that repairs these navigation units. Its www.hitechserv.com and fill out the shipping form. You will need to remove the unit from the car which is fairly simple and can be found on YouTube. Hope this helps, I know it definitely cheaper.
Old 08-09-11, 12:00 PM
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Here's what I found out today from the dealer:
Of course the unit has to be replaced and it's $1760! Labor is $325.40! I've had that piece out a few times and it only takes 15-20 minutes to remove it. That's a helluva lot for labor costs, especially since they already have the unit removed for diagnostics. I'm still contemplating...
Old 08-09-11, 12:02 PM
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^ how about just buy the unit and you install it? how much does that cost?
Old 08-09-11, 12:25 PM
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a lot of people in the isx50 forums have had this problem. Lexus should really do something about it.
Old 08-09-11, 12:43 PM
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Originally Posted by Ap1_Alan
a lot of people in the isx50 forums have had this problem. Lexus should really do something about it.
can you post a few threads about this nav screen going out issue?

these cars have only been out for 5-6 years. given lexus quality wouldn't expect this to happen yet. otherwise there is no different than bmw or mb
Old 08-09-11, 01:03 PM
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OP ... Have you tried asking another dealer for an estimate? They will usually match a competing dealership. Short of that, I would definitely order it and DIY if it's just a plug and play especially. I'm assuming no extended warranty ... maybe make a plea to corporate for good will?

Like Henry said, this is typical for MB, BMW and other Germans, but Lexus? I sure hope were not seeing a trend here. I always thought our electronics were pretty bulletproof.
Old 08-09-11, 01:04 PM
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Originally Posted by worker
^ how about just buy the unit and you install it? how much does that cost?
I asked about it but then my service advisor threw in "a complete interior and exterior detail for the car, fill-in the rock chips on the hood and do the same for my IS if I brought it to them before the end of August". How can I pass that up? I think they already know they're ripping me off...
Old 08-09-11, 01:36 PM
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im pulling mine out of my gs430 to upgrade to the GEN5 setup later this week. if you like ill sell you my complete working screen for much much less then $1700.00!!!
Old 08-09-11, 02:59 PM
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Originally Posted by rominl
can you post a few threads about this nav screen going out issue?

these cars have only been out for 5-6 years. given lexus quality wouldn't expect this to happen yet. otherwise there is no different than bmw or mb
These were all on the first page when i searched for "screen" in the 2is forum. I did a lot of research when my gf's screen went out on her 07 is, luckily she was under warranty.



https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-...e-up-help.html

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-...en-screen.html

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-...g-working.html

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-...t-working.html

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-...en-350-ml.html

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-...sn-t-work.html
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wow, that's terrible, just terrible

lexus taking notes right?
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If I have a non nav unit can I replace it with a nav equipped unit and just plug and play?
Old 08-09-11, 06:28 PM
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Originally Posted by lkapimp216
If I have a non nav unit can I replace it with a nav equipped unit and just plug and play?
I seriously doubt it. You wouldn't have the antenna or the harddrive/software. I could be wrong though.
Old 08-09-11, 06:32 PM
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Originally Posted by lkapimp216
If I have a non nav unit can I replace it with a nav equipped unit and just plug and play?
Also, I think you would at least need the NAV disk drive in the glove box. right?
Old 08-09-11, 06:50 PM
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Originally Posted by BMWboy
Here's what I found out today from the dealer:
Of course the unit has to be replaced and it's $1760! Labor is $325.40! I've had that piece out a few times and it only takes 15-20 minutes to remove it. That's a helluva lot for labor costs, especially since they already have the unit removed for diagnostics. I'm still contemplating...
Damn that's a lot of money but I guess that's how lexus stays in business.

Originally Posted by worker
^ how about just buy the unit and you install it? how much does that cost?
What he said^^


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