Nav system bypass
#11
09-22-2009, 12:41 AM
Re: Nav system bypass
I had followed the lockpick development since 07 when I bought my Escalade and there were various technical issues with the device. Problems ranged from inconsistent operation to various seemingly unrelated issues like Navi and DIC errors. The thing needs to reside on and talk to the GMLAN and, as with most computer driven systems, 3rd party devices don't always play well wtih OEM devices. I'm sure if you google it you'll find some of them. I haven't checked on this lately since my only interest was to add bluetooth to my Escalade which has since been replaced with my 09 Tahoe Hybrid (which has bluetooth functionality that works great). I don't use the Navi much and have no desire to play DVD's on the front screen while I'm driving (not sure who would)
#12
09-22-2009, 06:32 AM
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Posts: 566
Re: Nav system bypass
Do you still have the "Directions and Connections" OnStar plan (first year free)? If so, just call OnStar and they will upload the new location for you.
Have you also used MapQuest to pre-load all your locations? Much easier then typing in the location on the screen.
It's an extra $100/year on top of the normal OnStar "Safe & Sound" plan... But, I do like the service. It's makes it real easy to setup a restaurant reservation or find that place I'm looking for.
Even on a road trip they helped me locate the nearest In-n-Out while I was driving (we all know how important that is). The alternative was to pull over, type it in and search for it.
Chris.
Have you also used MapQuest to pre-load all your locations? Much easier then typing in the location on the screen.
It's an extra $100/year on top of the normal OnStar "Safe & Sound" plan... But, I do like the service. It's makes it real easy to setup a restaurant reservation or find that place I'm looking for.
Even on a road trip they helped me locate the nearest In-n-Out while I was driving (we all know how important that is). The alternative was to pull over, type it in and search for it.
Chris.
#13
09-22-2009, 06:36 AM
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Posts: 566
Re: Nav system bypass
Regarding Ken's original question, most Navi functions are disabled of you're moving. If you come to a stop you can usually enter/change stuff (I don't think you have to put the vehicle in park). Only way around this is the lockpick and I've read more negative than positive about those kits.
The "Directions and Connections" is another option. The Mapquest thing is pretty cool, I had a 3 month free trial in my Escalade when they first made the function available.
The "Directions and Connections" is another option. The Mapquest thing is pretty cool, I had a 3 month free trial in my Escalade when they first made the function available.
#14
09-22-2009, 06:38 AM
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Posts: 566
Re: Nav system bypass
I had followed the lockpick development since 07 when I bought my Escalade and there were various technical issues with the device. Problems ranged from inconsistent operation to various seemingly unrelated issues like Navi and DIC errors. The thing needs to reside on and talk to the GMLAN and, as with most computer driven systems, 3rd party devices don't always play well wtih OEM devices. I'm sure if you google it you'll find some of them. I haven't checked on this lately since my only interest was to add bluetooth to my Escalade which has since been replaced with my 09 Tahoe Hybrid (which has bluetooth functionality that works great). I don't use the Navi much and have no desire to play DVD's on the front screen while I'm driving (not sure who would)
#15
09-22-2009, 09:07 AM
Re: Nav system bypass
I installed the BlueFusion in my '08. This kept me from installing the lockpick, as they do not work together. On my big roadtrip, I would have watched the DVD from the driver's seat, I know that for a fact, as I sometimes leaned into the back seat to catch a glimpse.
I really, really, really hate the destination lockout on the GM nav system. I think this is retarded thinking on GM's part and hopefully whatever legal counsel gave them that advice was left with "old GM" and never paid.
All I want is a simple unlock for that function.
I really, really, really hate the destination lockout on the GM nav system. I think this is retarded thinking on GM's part and hopefully whatever legal counsel gave them that advice was left with "old GM" and never paid.
All I want is a simple unlock for that function.
#17
10-06-2009, 09:11 PM
Re: Nav system bypass
Uhhhh... maybe the wife in the front passengers seat! It's kind of hard for her to see the screen in the back with the kids.
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