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Old 05-24-07, 05:30 PM
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Default Navigation DVD Version

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What is the most current version of the Navigation DVD? I have an 05 LS430 and it is running version 04.2. Was wondering how old the version is that I am running as well as the current version.

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The current version is 6.1, which came out in January, 2007.
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Originally Posted by Paul B
The current version is 6.1, which came out in January, 2007.
Thanks Paul. Do you or anyone know how many versions that were in between? I'm trying to determine how old mine is and am not sure how many point releases there were between 4.2 and 6.1.

Also, how do I upgrade to 6.1? Is this something that Lexus has to do for me?

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You can buy the disk and install it yourself. Takes all of 5 minutes. Sewell Lexus (a vendor here) has them and there's a discount code floating around somewhere here (search Navigation Discount Code). I just installed mine recently and it's a dramatic improvement - but I had the original 2001 product. I think it's about $270.00 (well below the $350 - $400 dealers charge with install).
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Originally Posted by OBXTucker
You can buy the disk and install it yourself. Takes all of 5 minutes. Sewell Lexus (a vendor here) has them and there's a discount code floating around somewhere here (search Navigation Discount Code). I just installed mine recently and it's a dramatic improvement - but I had the original 2001 product. I think it's about $270.00 (well below the $350 - $400 dealers charge with install).
Upgrading won't mess up the address I have in the system already right?
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NO. Your POI's, Home, etc. stay in the computer. The only thing you're doing is upgrading the disk. On the LS, the disk runs continuously. It's not "loading" information onto a drive.
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Does anyone know if the Navigation DVD's from Toyota Gen 4 system will work in Lexus?
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Originally Posted by bhub
Does anyone know if the Navigation DVD's from Toyota Gen 4 system will work in Lexus?
They are all the same ones. The one from my GS doesnt have any Lexus imprints on it... just Toyota. Just make sure you get the same generation disc.
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Default Looking for A Navigation DVD Update for 2002 My LS 430

Hi All,

Brand new to this forum & just now relacing my 96 LS 400 w/ a 2002 LS 430. I want to update my navigation sytem maps to the most current version. I've checked sevral sources and found prices at $250 +. Can anyone direct me where to go for less expensive / used update DVD?. Also I found do it yourself install instructions but would appreciate any additional info on do it yourself/ tips/ warnings, etc.

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Have 2001 LS430. Wish to upgrade Navigation to current version and, are there any instructions on location of DVD player, cost for newest DVD and pitfalls to be avoided? Thank you..
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Default 6.1 from 07ES350 works on LS430

Originally Posted by OBXTucker
You can buy the disk and install it yourself. Takes all of 5 minutes. Sewell Lexus (a vendor here) has them and there's a discount code floating around somewhere here (search Navigation Discount Code). I just installed mine recently and it's a dramatic improvement - but I had the original 2001 product. I think it's about $270.00 (well below the $350 - $400 dealers charge with install).

Hi, OBXTucker
My 07ES350 is runnning 6.1DVD in its navi. Can I use this 6.1DVD in my 04LS430 ? (My 04LS430 has been running the original 4.2DVD)

Last week, I tried to replace 4.2DVD with 6.1DVD, but 04LS430 did not detect the 6.1DVD. Do you have a clue why it didn't read the new 6.1dvd?

Please help.
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Originally Posted by FLAGator
Have 2001 LS430. Wish to upgrade Navigation to current version and, are there any instructions on location of DVD player, cost for newest DVD and pitfalls to be avoided? Thank you..
Yes, DaveGS4 did a complete write up with pictures. Use the search function to locate it.

Make sure you get the newest 7.1 version for the Gen 2/3 navigation.
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Originally Posted by NausetDog
Hi All,

Brand new to this forum & just now relacing my 96 LS 400 w/ a 2002 LS 430. I want to update my navigation sytem maps to the most current version. I've checked sevral sources and found prices at $250 +. Can anyone direct me where to go for less expensive / used update DVD?. Also I found do it yourself install instructions but would appreciate any additional info on do it yourself/ tips/ warnings, etc.

Thanks,

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The current version was JUST released, its the 7.1 version. Can be had for $260 from Sewell @ ww.lexus-parts.com use coupon code CL911m for the Clublexus discount.
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I'm having a replacement nav disc installed today by the dealer......no charge of course. My IS250, 2006 disc is version V5.03.17........anyone else have this version?
I'm hoping I'll get as 2007 update. Will let ya know later today...
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I just purchased a 2003 LS 430 Ultra and would like to update the navigation disk. I don't know anything about this, I heard from someone that it is a generation 3. Does anyone have an updated version that they are selling?

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