I have the new OEM iPod kit and it sucks! The interface is usable but when I keep the iPod connected full time, the nav screen "grays" it out 70% of the time. The only remedy is to unplug the iPod and plug it back in. What a pain in my a$$! Was wondering if this new 3rd party kit did the same thing! check it out... Video,Audio Information Solutions for Toyota and Lexus (iPod integration,XM and Sirius SAT radio integration,MP3 integration,Auxiliary input)