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Video instructions on how to install the adapter that integrates Lexus RX 2004-2009 factory stereo with iPhone, iPod or AUX. These instructions are universal for any iPod or AUX kit available on the market.
Link to the page with youtube video:
Video instructions for installing iPod, iPhone and AUX OEM kit into Lexus RX second generation

Using modern iPod car kits you can control iPod/iPhone directly from Lexus radio controls or from the steering wheel. For example, you can change songs, change playlists, use random button. In addition most kits offer "last position memory" feature that automatically pause your iPod/iPhone when you turn off the radio or turn off your car. Lexus has great compatibility with OEM kits and you can even see the name of the song playing on your iPod when pressing TEXT button.

When purchasing the iPod/iPhone kit on the internet, make sure that your kit supports both 5V and 12 Volt charging. There are some kits on out there that don't support new 5 Volt Apple's standard and cannot charge latest iPhone or iPod (e.g. iPhone 4).

Have fun,
Max

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Didn't these devices always charge off USB?

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No, you use USB when you charge through computer. There are plenty other options to charge your iPod. In this particular case it charges through the plug that goes to the back of factory Lexus stereo.