Navigation lock override options?

I did the priuschat shop option, took an hour to do the install and that is a slow pace. The switch just fits into an empty slot so it looks fine.

You need to feel comfortable with your choice so just go with the $390 option.

 

If the sole purpose of the override is to allow you to enter destination addresses while driving, why not just use the voice command method at no cost?

 

prestigious society navigation lock override

An interesting "plug & play" option.

However I have some concern about the requirement to disable the override in order to use the gps and map. It's also strange that they don't allow you to see the installation instructions prior to purchase. They don't describe how to use the steering wheel controls.

I wonder if they actually have US support that is knowledgeable or is it just imported from Japan with no technical depth in the US? Often these software oriented systems require updates.

 

i might give them a call. they say they have a 30 day return policy, and refund 100% if the package is unopened. maybe the hard cover instructions are not sealed inside. maybe worth a call.

 

I have the one available from priuschat shop...I'm very happy with it and I have the switch installed near the interior light dimmer controls

 

Do either the Priuschat version or the Prestigious Society version of the navigation speed lock override affect anything other than the navigation? For instance, would the speed lock override allow me to look things up on Bing while driving?

 

I put the switch to the left of the steering wheel, I don't have any pictures. I followed the directions from anewhouse and referenced the original ones from CPLAUDIO. The existing cabling is plenty to do the routing from the cig lighter to the head unit and then to the button location left of the steering wheel. I just had to pop off the dash piece on the left and the switch was right there to mount and then just run along back under the steering wheel

I know the Priuschat version works on enabling BING while driving. You can get the upgraded versions which also allow watching DVDs on the unit while driving, I have no experience with that one since I don't have ATP.

 

Of course I would say yes!

Seriously, since you asked, a four-fold price increase seems awfully steep. Do you know anyone who has worked on car stereos before? The actual cutting of the wires (technically only cutting one wire, and tapping into two more) is really not that bad. For reference, I've installed probably 4 car stereos in my lifetime, and have only basic electrical (mostly home wiring) knowledge. (Just saying I'm by no means a professional mechanic or installer, so anyone with basic skills like this should be able to do install the PC shop switch.) The risk of real damage from "messing up" is very low - even if you cut the wrong wire, or decide to undo the whole thing, you can just splice or crimp the wires back together, and it's practically back to new. As long as you don't forcefully pull wires out of a harness, you'll be fine. In my opinion, the greatest risk you run by doing this installation is scratching one of the dash panels while you're removing it. For instance, the worst damage as a result of my installation is this little ding, and that's only because I wasn't being particularly careful:



Anyway, if you know anyone who's done any basic car stereo work, you could offer them $100 to install this override, and after parts + labor you'd still be at HALF the price of the Prestigious.

On the other hand, IF you're simply not comfortable with the installation, and IF you don't trust "some guy" to take apart your car (can't blame you), and IF you have the cash, go with your gut and get the Prestigious and have it professionally installed. At that point, it's not really a decision we can help you with...

Good luck!
Andy

 

They were very fast to respond when I inquired awhile back. That was before I figured out how to voice etc. You will be using the volume buttons on the steering wheel touched twice I believe to turn on and off. No external switches. Totally hidden. I believe they are in CA but the device is from Japan. Same as Priuschat top of the line enables all greyed out and the premium can play DVD on the move.

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I read that when you enable the device from Prestigious society, the GPS stops functioning. Is that how the Priuschat version operates as well?

 

Yes, you need to trick the car into thinking it is not or slowly moving.

 

NOPE. Look up the Magnuson Moss Warranty Act. Unless the modification itself directly causes a problem, your warranty is fine. Doesn't mean they won't give you a hard time about it... But unless a problem seems related, nobody should care.

Andy

 

The override has been confirmed to work with the Prius v. The bypass allow you to enter address, enable Bing search, and everything that a parked car can do.
As for the cost, anything you add to the car gets absorbed into the car value. You can spend $500 on tinted window, $1,000 on new super LRR tires but that only raise the car value a fraction of the modification cost. Same with speed lock bypass. It might help you sell faster but that's about it. Do you wanna spend $80 that you won't get back or $310. As for labor, you'll never get that back.
If you have any doubts or got money to burn, please order the Prestigious society. It might help you sleep better at night. I'm just offering you a cheaper alternative.
The installation is really not that hard. tvromero watched me install it in a 2010 Prius.