+- JapCarForum (https://www.japcarforum.com)
+-- Forum: Cars, Cars, Cars! (https://www.japcarforum.com/forumdisplay.php?fid=11)
+--- Forum: Car Audio/Video/Electronics/Security (https://www.japcarforum.com/forumdisplay.php?fid=151)
+--- Thread: Problem with IS200 head unit (/showthread.php?tid=1502)
Problem with IS200 head unit - parthiban - 19-08-2017
Do you get an error code on screen? Top loading units don't really go wrong like the bottom loaders.
Problem with IS200 head unit - steviewevie - 19-08-2017
parthiban Do you get an error code on screen? Top loading units don't really go wrong like the bottom loaders.
I dunno, I think they do, just perhaps not as often and they're easier to fix ?
Problem with IS200 head unit - kam05 - 19-08-2017
My top loader packed up (ERR3) whilst under warranty. As mentioned, Lexus replaced my unit as my car was still under warranty at the time.
My car is a late 2000 model- I guess my car was probably one of the first ones that had the top loading units fitted?
Problem with IS200 head unit - parthiban - 19-08-2017
steviewevie I dunno, I think they do, just perhaps not as often and they're easier to fix ?
Sorry mate, I was actually asking the OP if he himself got an error code, not if they did in general :tongue_smilie:
Reason being that I had mine replaced when it was still under warranty as I was getting an intermittent ERR1 code come up on mine.
Problem with IS200 head unit - FirebirdPhil - 19-08-2017
Mine is the Black version. The latest incarnation from Lexus. It is free of any errors and only 3 years old.
The Black units are best ones to have.
Problem with IS200 head unit - iLLzLex - 20-08-2017
Going to follow the instructions stevie sent me to dissamble it and see if i can get the jammed cd's out, if not will have to get 2tongues!
Problem with IS200 head unit - iLLzLex - 20-08-2017
DJ Wozza The only thing you need to check for is the small number by the cassette slot.
13901-13906 etc
So long as these match you will be ok wether you have a Sat-Nav or not.
My OE Head unit went into a Navigator no worries (PCIronmike's IS200), but please be aware eventually the OE Head Unit will pack up.
Mine lasted in Paul's car about 9 months I think, then it packed up. It was fine in my car & his then one day the CD part just died.
It is so annoying...seems like the most common lexus is200 electrics fault :cursing:... i wouldnt mind getting an aftermarket but i like the OEM look...but if i get the aftermarket i would probably get some sort of fancy dvd screen unit
Problem with IS200 head unit - steviewevie - 20-08-2017
It is a very common problem on the IS200, yes. Having said that, the IS200 has very few faults, and it's an easy one to get around with an aftermarket unit ! But if you still want the total OEM look you still have an option there.
Problem with IS200 head unit - kam05 - 20-08-2017
To the OP: Do you have an ipod? If so, then why not buy a GROM ipod kit that allows you to connect your ipod to the OEM headunit.
You'll be able to keep the OEM look.
Problem with IS200 head unit - FirebirdPhil - 20-08-2017
Quote:So long as these match you will be ok wether you have a Sat-Nav or not.
My OE Head unit went into a Navigator no worries (PCIronmike's IS200), but please be aware eventually the OE Head Unit will pack up.
Mine lasted in Paul's car about 9 months I think, then it packed up. It was fine in my car & his then one day the CD part just died.
__________________
Bit harsh. I am 100% sure only a small percentage fail in reality, but owners clubs magnify this issue and make it look like it is certain that they will fail. An after-market HU can also fail, they are at the end of the day only electronic and will always have some failures.