Compatible Satnav Units For Is300?

[Drachensturm]

My SatNav has pretty much given up the ghost in my SportCross and I am curious as to what replacement system could be fitted. I am happy with the dvd system, but wondered if it was compatible with any (cheaper) Toyota units? An IS dvd unit seems to cost around £3-400, whereas a Toyota unit can be picked up for around £30. I'd really be grateful for any assistance, as I do like having my SatNav.

[petayV8]

a bit confused. what exactly is broken and what exactly are you considering for an alternative? you want to repair the current system or maybe fit a tomtom or similar into the housing of the motorized lid?

[Drachensturm]

That's right, I either want to repair the factory system, or I'm wondering whether a dvd unit from a GS or similar would be compatible to replace it. I've heard that the dvd unit from a Prius will work. I'm not remotely bothered about having a Toyota screen on the satnav boot up. That was one of the reasons I bought the car in the first place, that it's a Toyota! :winky:

[petayV8]

OH i see. well on my sat nav disc it says GS, LS, IS but mines the older CD based system, but im guessing the same applies. So youve pin pointed the problem to be the DVD drive in the boot? It could be either the laser, the motor that moves the laser, the motor that spins the disc or even just a loose connection

Not sure about toyota prius if it would work, if so what about an avensis alot of them had nav. hopefully someone will advise

[petayV8]

btw ive seen the drives for the IS go for around £100 on eBay

[sjrainsford]

Having had a Prius, I do know they use the Lexus system. Not sure if it's compatible though.

[Drachensturm]

I'm going to do some checks later. If the Lexus dvd drive looks the same as a Toyota one, I'm going to try one from a Toyota. Some people have some very unrealistic prices for these archaic units; a breaker wanted £360!

[Drachensturm]

Here is a picture of a SatNav unit which my research tells me is from a Prius. Part number 86841 47030

[Drachensturm]

And here is my IS300 dvd drive. They look identical to me. Is there any reason that anyone can think of that they'd not be interchangeable with each other?

[Drachensturm]

Had a hilarious quote from Toyota for a new one. £3888 with the VAT! I think I'll pass, that's nearly £1k more than my entire car is worth.