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Prius v base Head unit replacement

Discussion in 'Prius v Accessories and Modifications' started by krishnab, Dec 27, 2012.

  1. krishnab

    krishnab New Member

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    I have a 2012 Prius v base here in Canada which does not come with navigation. I recently bought a OEM non-JBL head unit from eBay which has Nav and Entune. I was hoping this would be an easy DYI project. The seller told also me it should be plug- and play. However after buying the unit I could not find any instructions on how to remove the existing head unit.

    Would any of you guys have instructions booklet or video or pictures available for replacing the head unit?

    Thanks and greatly appreciate your time in advance.
    Krish
     
  2. Scargod

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    If you were expecting a DIY project then why don't you dig into it? Surely this is not your first excursion into a dash?
    There are a number of videos on youtube if you search "prius + stereo". Probably no different from many other cars. Once you get it opened up it should be a matter of unplugging-replugging. How bad can it be?
     
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    Hi Scargod, Thanks for the prompt response. This would in fact be my first foray into dash electronic and the head unit is still on the way. I am afraid was damaging the side panels as I pry them open and was hoping to scour for some information before I jump into it when the unit arrives.

    The head unit comes with the GPS antenna and I was also wondering where would the antenna need to be placed?
     
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    I haven't been into a Prius yet. Study up on any videos out there; even those that don't pertain to a Prius.
    Don't know about the antenna.
    Buy tools to get trim off. Better than screwdrivers or knives! I use this one a lot.
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    ake pics of how things come apart. Good luck.
     
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    Check out www.toyota-tech.eu and search for owner, accessory installation manuals. This helped me greatly on my previous 2010 hatchback. Most panels come off easily with a pull, but a few hidden ones have a bolt or two.
     
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    Check out this thread:
    First Navigation Speed Lock Override (from the PC shop) in a Prius v: SUCCESS! | PriusChat
    It is an instructional thread on installing the Navigation Speed Lock Override, which guides you through taking your head unit out.

    One thing I'd like to point out is that the gps in the head unit needs a signal from the car to tell it how fast it's going so the car can figure out dead reckoning and to automatically lock out the controls when you are moving. The navigation speed lock override basically tells the head unit that the car is going zero miles per hour so it doesn't lock you out of the controls for you safety. If your car doesn't have that wire going into the harness then you may be out of luck, but I would guess it would have the same wiring and harness to save on manufacturing costs. As I said without the speed indication your gps will constantly think your speed is zero so it won't adjust your position as you drive and every few seconds or so the gps will try to re-calibrate your position and it can get really screwy and annoying. It may just be a matter of trying it out to see if it works.
     
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    Excellent! Thanks Mandasol. Your instruction would serve for exactly what I was looking for. Appreciate it!

    Thanks
     
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    Thanks JACoH. The instructions on the European site was excellent and also lays out the installation of the GPS antenna: http://www.toyota-tech.eu/aimuploads/e213bbf3-ae66-45d9-9528-37127595914a/Prius_Plus_Touch_and_Go_LHD_PZ490_00331_00_AIM_002_523_0.pdf.

    Appreciate your help.