Prius navigation system

xxxlmpg · 05-12-2006, 10:19 AM

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Coming out of three Acura's with Navigation, the Toyota system is a big disappointment because most navigation and bluetooth functions can't be used while the 06 Prius is in motion. There's an override for the 04/05, which was removed from the 06.

Save your money and pass on the Navigation unit.
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2006 Nav System Override Instructions

Marlin · 05-12-2006, 10:33 AM

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2006 Nav System Override Instructions
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That procedure works for the '04s and '05s, but lots of people have reported that it doesn't work for the '06s.

Trevor · 05-12-2006, 10:36 AM

Right before I took delivery on my 2006 I was about to call the dealer and switch to the one without the Nav and get the Garmin Nuvi. Prior to that I had been using a Dell Axim X50V paired with a bluetooth GPS receiver. It worked really well, but the preptime of mounting it and then pairing the two devices was too much of a pain for me to set it up if I was in a hurry.

When I did the math, it seemed to make more sense to get a cheaper package and get an really good portable Nav. Now that I have my package #7 with the Nav, I'm glad that I did it. It's not the best one that I have ever used, but I like the fact that it's there and always ready. The lockout when you are moving is the biggest downfall for me, but I understand that some of the portables have that limitation built in also.

xxxlmpg · 05-12-2006, 10:45 AM

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That procedure works for the '04s and '05s, but lots of people have reported that it doesn't work for the '06s.
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ahhhhhhh......merde!

TheForce · 05-12-2006, 10:57 AM

I was going with a package #6 but my dealer was going to have a hard time getting it. He said if he could get one with NAV NOW if I would take it. I said I would think about it. I called back a day later and he told me he would sell it to me below MSRP. I said OK. Its more than I wanted but I always say if your going to go, go all out!

I was going to buy a carputer for my NAV but now I dont need to. I'm glad I have the built in NAV because if I need directions I have them at the touch of a button. No messing around with cables, screens, batteries ect... Its all built right in. I'm still going to install a carputer just so I can do a little war driving.

If you have the money I recommend getting NAV.

Marlin · 05-12-2006, 11:09 AM

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ahhhhhhh......merde!
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Well, Coastal Tech has a solution. They claim it overrides the motion lockout as well as eliminate the need to press the "I agree" button. I would check with them to make sure it functions fully with the 2006 before I bought it though.

http://www.coastaletech.com/nav_kit.htm

TheForce · 05-12-2006, 11:19 AM

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Well, Coastal Tech has a solution. They claim it overrides the motion lockout as well as eliminate the need to press the "I agree" button. I would check with them to make sure it functions fully with the 2006 before I bought it though.

http://www.coastaletech.com/nav_kit.htm
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It does not work with the 2006. It just emulates the button presses for the I agree and lock out for the 04-05. Kind of like a virtual automatic finger.

berylrb · 05-12-2006, 01:41 PM

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It can't be used while in motion? So I would need to have it set my route before I get going and then not change it unless I stopped the car? Hmmm. So that means that I couldn't be driving while my husband fiddled with it anyway. That's a pretty big point that I didn't know. Can you use the voice activation part of it while in motion?
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I know this is a little late, but I didn't think reading the thread that your questions were answered completely.

There are some parts of the system that can be used in motion that I thought were nifty mainly, the home button, detour and suspend guidance. One post did mention a BIG item that can be used in motion the preset keys are voice activated from the steering wheel. Wow, I thought that was huge!

Honestly, this is my first NAV system so I'm a complete novice, but I was really impressed with the system and we use it all the time, especially for detours. I could wax more if desired but I think it is great!

And honestly, if you are a big city driver like us, what difference does it make to pull over for one minute to put info in the system? But I completely understand for a more rural setting it is an inconvenience, but safety first, eh?

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dgstan · 05-12-2006, 02:49 PM

First of all, I ended up getting the NAV because I really wanted the Bluetooth. You couldn't get one without the other. After using the NAV, I can't imagine getting along without it. On top of that, you should make up a good chunk of the cost in resale value when/if you trade it in or sell it.

Second, there is another way to override the speed sensor to allow you to enter destinations and phone numbers while driving. It involves cutting a wire and installing a switch. I'm sure it works for any recent model year. You can find instructions elsewhere on this site.

paco-shalom · 05-12-2006, 02:49 PM

I don't know about the 2006, but on my 2005 there are some other key features that are only available with the NAV:
1. Bluetooth (for handsfree phone use)
2. Voice activated controls for HVAC and audio settings.

There may be others too, but I use these items more than the NAV. I have also found that the maps in my Prius are more up-to-date than the maps on my wife's TomTom GPS software.

05-12-2006, 10:36 AM	#13
Trevor Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Staten Island, NY Posts: 334 My Car: Model: Package: Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post Friends: 1	Right before I took delivery on my 2006 I was about to call the dealer and switch to the one without the Nav and get the Garmin Nuvi. Prior to that I had been using a Dell Axim X50V paired with a bluetooth GPS receiver. It worked really well, but the preptime of mounting it and then pairing the two devices was too much of a pain for me to set it up if I was in a hurry. When I did the math, it seemed to make more sense to get a cheaper package and get an really good portable Nav. Now that I have my package #7 with the Nav, I'm glad that I did it. It's not the best one that I have ever used, but I like the fact that it's there and always ready. The lockout when you are moving is the biggest downfall for me, but I understand that some of the portables have that limitation built in also. __________________ 2006 Seaside Pearl #7 Acquired 3/9/2006

05-12-2006, 10:57 AM	#15
TheForce I Plug-In My Prius Join Date: May 2005 Location: Wheelersburg, Ohio Posts: 2,734 My Car: 2006 Prius Model: Package: #7 Thanks: 1 Thanked 157 Times in 116 Posts Friends: 22	I was going with a package #6 but my dealer was going to have a hard time getting it. He said if he could get one with NAV NOW if I would take it. I said I would think about it. I called back a day later and he told me he would sell it to me below MSRP. I said OK. Its more than I wanted but I always say if your going to go, go all out! I was going to buy a carputer for my NAV but now I dont need to. I'm glad I have the built in NAV because if I need directions I have them at the touch of a button. No messing around with cables, screens, batteries ect... Its all built right in. I'm still going to install a carputer just so I can do a little war driving. If you have the money I recommend getting NAV. __________________ 2006 Prius Barcelona Red Package #7. Picked up 2006/01/02 Converted to Plug-In on 2008/08/12 with Hymotion L5 *Hybridfest 2007 & 2008 Peoples Choice Award * *Hybridfest 2009 Peoples Choice Best of Show Award * For a list of my mods visit http://www.jaygroh.com

05-12-2006, 02:49 PM	#19
dgstan Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: OC Posts: 146 My Car: Model: Package: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	First of all, I ended up getting the NAV because I really wanted the Bluetooth. You couldn't get one without the other. After using the NAV, I can't imagine getting along without it. On top of that, you should make up a good chunk of the cost in resale value when/if you trade it in or sell it. Second, there is another way to override the speed sensor to allow you to enter destinations and phone numbers while driving. It involves cutting a wire and installing a switch. I'm sure it works for any recent model year. You can find instructions elsewhere on this site. __________________ 2005 Prius - Tideland #6 Matrix Bumper Protector, EV Switch, NAV/Phone Speed Sensor Defeat Switch, Kenwood w00x Subwoofer, Aftermarket speakers and tweeters, DICE Ipod Interface, 2" Trailer Hitch

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05-12-2006, 02:49 PM	#20
paco-shalom Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Phoenix Posts: 53 My Car: 2005 Prius Model: N/A Package: #6 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post Friends: 0	I don't know about the 2006, but on my 2005 there are some other key features that are only available with the NAV: 1. Bluetooth (for handsfree phone use) 2. Voice activated controls for HVAC and audio settings. There may be others too, but I use these items more than the NAV. I have also found that the maps in my Prius are more up-to-date than the maps on my wife's TomTom GPS software.