Toyota RAV4 2019 - Navigation system Update

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samgdan

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#306198 4-Jul-2023 09:07

Team,

I have my toyota RAV4 2019 and i found that the maps definitely needs to be updated.

I jumped into the toyota new zealand website but I can't find an update for my car, there are updates but for some different ID DCU.

Even i finding a bit hard to find anything on the internet about the latest version, currently my car has version 1013.

Anyone knows where can I get the file with the latest update (other than going to the dealer that will charge like $300)

Thank,

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#3099455 4-Jul-2023 09:31

Have you actually spoken to Toyota ? Or you just assuming its going to be $300 ? :)

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#3099462 4-Jul-2023 09:47

Have you had it since new? If it was dealer serviced were there any updates it should have had? May be market dependant.

samgdan

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#3099466 4-Jul-2023 09:49

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Have you actually spoken to Toyota ? Or you just assuming its going to be $300 ? :)

spoke with the dealer sales team, they said it will cost around that.

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#3099468 4-Jul-2023 09:50

Bung: Have you had it since new? If it was dealer serviced were there any updates it should have had? May be market dependant.

i only after if someone knows if there is any updates (most likely yes) then from where can be downloaded. sure must be available somewhere but my google skills are not working today.

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#3099472 4-Jul-2023 10:01

I just had a look on the Toyota NZ website.

2019 RAV4s are eligible for an upgrade to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

To quote the webpage;

What does the audio upgrade involve?

”You will need to book with your local Toyota store for this upgrade – it will take approximately an hour. This upgrade will include audio software update (may also require navigation map update), and in some cases hardware update. You are welcome to wait at the Toyota Store and enjoy a coffee and wi-fi while you wait, or drop the car off if it’s more convenient.”

The cost is $299 incl GST.

And Viola you have upgraded nav and the future capability of just using AC or AA (depending on your phone type).

I note you have already looked at the TNZ website but this seems like a better solution than trying to find bootleg maps update. There is an Australian company that does produce the updates, I looked at it to update the Nav in my 2012 Camry. In the end I sold the car before I got round to it.

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samgdan

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#3099474 4-Jul-2023 10:05

Dingbatt:

I just had a look on the Toyota NZ website.

2019 RAV4s are eligible for an upgrade to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

To quote the webpage;

What does the audio upgrade involve?

”You will need to book with your local Toyota store for this upgrade – it will take approximately an hour. This upgrade will include audio software update (may also require navigation map update), and in some cases hardware update. You are welcome to wait at the Toyota Store and enjoy a coffee and wi-fi while you wait, or drop the car off if it’s more convenient.”

The cost is $299 incl GST.

And Viola you have upgraded nav and the future capability of just using AC or AA (depending on your phone type).

I have seen that, but paying $300 for a file to e installed....the upgrade is simple to do, that is why i would like to know if anyone knows where the file can be found.

thanks,

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#3099476 4-Jul-2023 10:11

Sorry, I edited my post while you were commenting.

The nav data is licensed from Garmin I think. Hence the cost. If the file you obtain and install corrupts your infotainment system, then what?

To me, having AA/AC installed solves the map update issue forever. I wish it had been an option for my Camry.

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#3099480 4-Jul-2023 10:22

Dingbatt:

Sorry, I edited my post while you were commenting.

The nav data is licensed from Garmin I think. Hence the cost. If the file you obtain and install corrupts your infotainment system, then what?

To me, having AA/AC installed solves the map update issue forever. I wish it had been an option for my Camry.

let me see if I get this right,

maps updates with the current software installed on my car are not available. a workaround is to install AA or AC, with that software updates will be available in the future.

is that correct?

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#3099487 4-Jul-2023 10:42

No, with that option you won;t use inbuilt GPS or outdated maps. Instead you will be able to plug your phone in and use the google/apple maps from your phone which is always current.

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#3099488 4-Jul-2023 10:46

samgdan:

Dingbatt:

Sorry, I edited my post while you were commenting.

The nav data is licensed from Garmin I think. Hence the cost. If the file you obtain and install corrupts your infotainment system, then what?

To me, having AA/AC installed solves the map update issue forever. I wish it had been an option for my Camry.

let me see if I get this right,

maps updates with the current software installed on my car are not available. a workaround is to install AA or AC, with that software updates will be available in the future.

is that correct?

You can then use AA or AC for your navigation. The beauty of which is your nav is as up to date as Google maps (or Waze etc) is. A lot of manufacturers have now defaulted to using this and not even installing Nav in their cars. The Australian company I mentioned still charges for their service (I’m not going to name them, they are easily searchable) and their offering is always at least one update behind the OEM.

To me, a one off payment to get up to date nav forever is worth it.

The RAV4 we hired on a recent roadie in Australia had both Toyota Nav and Android Auto. The OEM Nav was so clunky to use, we gave up and just used Android Auto and Google Maps to navigate.

Disclaimer: I now drive a Tesla Model 3 which doesn’t have Android Auto or Apple CarPlay. But it’s not really necessary for me as the Nav is based on Google Maps and it does everything I need.

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#3099489 4-Jul-2023 10:47

Senecio:

No, with that option you won;t use inbuilt GPS or outdated maps. Instead you will be able to plug your phone in and use the google/apple maps from your phone which is always current.

connect my phone physically with a cable to the car? please tell me that I wrong....

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#3099492 4-Jul-2023 10:52

Dingbatt:

You can then use AA or AC for your navigation. The beauty of which is your nav is as up to date as Google maps (or Waze etc) is. A lot of manufacturers have now defaulted to using this and not even installing Nav in their cars. The Australian company I mentioned still charges for their service (I’m not going to name them, they are easily searchable) and their offering is always at least one update behind the OEM.

To me, a one off payment to get up to date nav forever is worth it.

The RAV4 we hired on a recent roadie in Australia had both Toyota Nav and Android Auto. The OEM Nav was so clunky to use, we gave up and just used Android Auto and Google Maps to navigate.

Disclaimer: I now drive a Tesla Model 3 which doesn’t have Android Auto or Apple CarPlay. But it’s not really necessary for me as the Nav is based on Google Maps and it does everything I need.

thank you for the imput, from another member on this forum, could you please confirm the following:

If I have the AA/AC installed and i want to use the maps.....do i need to physically connect my phone with a cable to the car?

thank you,

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#3099497 4-Jul-2023 11:05

samgdan:

Dingbatt:

You can then use AA or AC for your navigation. The beauty of which is your nav is as up to date as Google maps (or Waze etc) is. A lot of manufacturers have now defaulted to using this and not even installing Nav in their cars. The Australian company I mentioned still charges for their service (I’m not going to name them, they are easily searchable) and their offering is always at least one update behind the OEM.

To me, a one off payment to get up to date nav forever is worth it.

The RAV4 we hired on a recent roadie in Australia had both Toyota Nav and Android Auto. The OEM Nav was so clunky to use, we gave up and just used Android Auto and Google Maps to navigate.

Disclaimer: I now drive a Tesla Model 3 which doesn’t have Android Auto or Apple CarPlay. But it’s not really necessary for me as the Nav is based on Google Maps and it does everything I need.

thank you for the imput, from another member on this forum, could you please confirm the following:

If I have the AA/AC installed and i want to use the maps.....do i need to physically connect my phone with a cable to the car?

thank you,

Usually, yes. Some manufacturers have Wireless Carplay/AA, but it's probably not an option on a 2019 Rav4. Bonus is that it keeps your phone charged though.

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#3099498 4-Jul-2023 11:11

Dingbatt:

Usually, yes. Some manufacturers have Wireless Carplay/AA, but it's probably not an option on a 2019 Rav4. Bonus is that it keeps your phone charged though.

yeah, i just saw some videos about this now....interesting. in my case might not help as I have my using apple and wife using android...unsure if the AA will work with both.....

Also i guess my phone will need to have internet all the time.....data.....

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#3099505 4-Jul-2023 11:36

Android Auto would work with the Android phone, and Apple CarPlay with the iPhone. It's worth it. I never use my car's inbuild maps, when I can have live traffic etc with Google Maps.

You can download your areas maps to keep the data use lower too.

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