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Updating the SATNAV on a 2011 Gen 3 Prius

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Technical Discussion' started by Christopher Lynch, Feb 18, 2019.

  1. Christopher Lynch

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    I am encountering an increasing frequency where my SATNAV is out of date,, and not recognising relatively new routes etc.

    Can I update the SATNAV data without paying Toyota's expensive rate; for free perhaps?

    I assume this 'data update' (Maps/POI's etc) is achieved by accessing an SD card?

    Is that SD card easy to both find and update using my Laptop??

    I look forward to receiving any good advice available out there.

    Many thanks for your time.


    Regards


    CJL
     
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    Identify the satnav model. Or show me a picture of the unit
     
    #2 4est, Feb 18, 2019
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    it's proprietary toyota software. nothing you can update on your own
     
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    Yes, but there are cheaper alternative to paying toyota 120 euro / gbp
     
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    …just one more reason to use google maps (it's always up to date and requires no expensive upgrades!) :rolleyes:
     
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    In answer to the question, if you've got the 7 inch LCD display nav unit that was used in 2010-11 with the CD changer behind the display, the slot for the map DVD is behind there too.

    Starting with 2012, the Denso 7" unit has a hard drive and is updated at the dealer using a USB stick, whereas the Entune units with the smaller display and visible CD slot use an SD card.
     
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    agreed
     
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    Thanks Guys.

    I'll persevere, and of course I can always use 'existing close by locations' and wing it from there etc.

    Thanks again.
     
    #8 Christopher Lynch, Feb 19, 2019
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    If you guys and girls need any maps, let me know

    I do map updates, we only need to figure out what satnav you have

    Most units built after 2012 are being updated via USB + activation code
     
    #10 4est, Feb 21, 2019
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    I have a 2014 Four with 7” JBL 8 Speaker nav. How much?

    Thanks.
     
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    Can you take a picture, please?
     
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