Removing Nav module from a Grand Touring?

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cucamelsmd15

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2008.5 MS3

• Jun 20, 2012

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The only reason I purchased the tech package on my GT was because I was after the AFS headlight system, the rain sensing wipers and the advanced keyless entry. The TomTom Nav though, I could care less about.

It seems to me that the module is self contained in the dash mount where the SD card is. Has anyone looked at removing this? At the going price of $400+ on ebay, Im tempted to remove it and sell it since I have no use for it.

Thoughts?

Edit: And does anyone know where I could purchase the cubby to seal the dash back up?

 

Last edited: Jun 20, 2012

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Caspan

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2013 Mazda CX-5

• Jun 20, 2012

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I would buy it from you for $350 USD and I would ship you my Cubby to put back into it.

here is the PDF to install I am sure you can uninstall the same way.

http://lib.store.yahoo.net/lib/yhst-24809172479195/cx5navigation.pdf

 

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plemieux

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2013 Mazda CX-5 Touring FWD Stormy Blue Mica

• Jun 20, 2012

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I installed the nav module on my Touring model. It was really easy to pop out. Just push on the back side of it. It helps to have small hands and long arms.

That is a good deal from Caspan. He'll give you the cubby bin that goes in the same spot the nav module was in.

 

Last edited: Jun 20, 2012

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cucamelsmd15

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Caspan said:

I would buy it from you for $350 USD and I would ship you my Cubby to put back into it.

here is the PDF to install I am sure you can uninstall the same way.

http://lib.store.yahoo.net/lib/yhst-24809172479195/cx5navigation.pdf

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Well, after Friday, I might just take you up on that.

 

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JTNY

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Pearl White AWD GT w/Tech

• Jun 20, 2012

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what would you put in place of that nav module? a double din head unit? and how about your Bluetooth/steering controls/backup camera functionality????

 

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cucamelsmd15

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• Jun 20, 2012

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JTNY said:

what would you put in place of that nav module? a double din head unit? and how about your Bluetooth/steering controls/backup camera functionality????

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Uh, a cubby?

 

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JTNY

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Pearl White AWD GT w/Tech

• Jun 20, 2012

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To clarify, what would you use to control all the functions I listed in my prev. post.

cucamelsmd15 said:

Uh, a cubby?

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cucamelsmd15

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• Jun 20, 2012

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JTNY said:

To clarify, what would you use to control all the functions I listed in my prev. post.

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The head unit.

 

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nizzy1115

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2013 CX-5 Sport

• Jun 20, 2012

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If the other guy falls through i might be interested and willing to send my empty cubbie too.

 

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plemieux

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2013 Mazda CX-5 Touring FWD Stormy Blue Mica

• Jun 20, 2012

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The head unit and touch screen stays put JTNY. You're only removing the nav module and replacing it with a little cubby hole piece. The nav module is that sliding door that you put the sd card in on the left side of the steering wheel.

You can remove that and replace it with a little cubby hole for storage.

Although camel that cubby is really small and shallow. Just fyi. I don't have mine anymore maybe dizzy can post pics?

 

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cucamelsmd15

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2008.5 MS3

• Jun 20, 2012

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plemieux said:

Although camel that cubby is really small and shallow. Just fyi. I don't have mine anymore maybe dizzy can post pics?

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Yep, I know. I have a perfect use for it though.

 

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plemieux

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2013 Mazda CX-5 Touring FWD Stormy Blue Mica

• Jun 20, 2012

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cucamelsmd15 said:

Yep, I know. I have a perfect use for it though.

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hmmm???

 

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cucamelsmd15

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• Jun 20, 2012

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plemieux said:

hmmm???

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Badge and gate clicker for work. Looks like both will fit perfectly with room to spare.

 

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plemieux

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2013 Mazda CX-5 Touring FWD Stormy Blue Mica

• Jun 20, 2012

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well yay then

 

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plemieux

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2013 Mazda CX-5 Touring FWD Stormy Blue Mica

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post pics when complete

 

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JTNY

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Pearl White AWD GT w/Tech

• Jun 20, 2012

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GOTCHA!!

I guess that renders your "NAV" button useless.. though I wouldnt mind putting in a Garmin unit instead.....

plemieux said:

The head unit and touch screen stays put JTNY. You're only removing the nav module and replacing it with a little cubby hole piece. The nav module is that sliding door that you put the sd card in on the left side of the steering wheel.

You can remove that and replace it with a little cubby hole for storage.

Although camel that cubby is really small and shallow. Just fyi. I don't have mine anymore maybe dizzy can post pics?

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