Can I add factory navigation to my 03?

This has been discussed many times before. In theory, it can be done, but is cost-prohibitive due to the electrical system upgrades and multiple components found in the 03+ cars. The 03+ cars are light-years ahead of the 00-02 cars in this regard. If you want Nav in a Lincoln LS, you'd be better off dumping your 0-02 model and getting an 03+ with Nav installed already.
 
There are multiple components to the factory system including the head unit. Assuming you have an '03+ it can be done but with an expense that would probably be worth installing an aftermarket unit. One aspect that got me away from the factory nav. is you cant make changes on the fly.
 
I've inquired about that.
It can be done without any problems on the 03+ models, however will be paying at least double if not more with the factory one vs aftermarket.
With that being said if you have 02 or less get an aftermarket it will cost a LOT less, if money is not a problem go for the factory.
That's what I also wanted(factory) when they told me the price difference, I thought to my self....I can live without it...............
 
Fla02LS said:
There are multiple components to the factory system including the head unit. Assuming you have an '03+ it can be done but with an expense that would probably be worth installing an aftermarket unit. One aspect that got me away from the factory nav. is you cant make changes on the fly.
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My LS is a 2003, how many components make up the system? I can get my hands on a head unit for under $200.00 that's why I'm asking.
 
Buy the LS navigation dash benzel and install the Pioneer AVIC z1. You talk to it and it talks back. Probably better that factory.
 
you talk to the factory system and it talks back too lol
 
beaups said:
you talk to the factory system and it talks back too lol
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System could not recognize your command. Inside joke for those who have the factory nav unit. Or atleast I hope it isn't just mine. :D
 
I have an intimate knowledge of this subject since I went through this with my wife's Aviator. First, you need a lot of stuff to do this. The head unit is only a small part of what's required. You need the DVD drive, a couple of modules, antenna, mirror, probably amps, and a complete body wiring harness and some accessory harnesses. The body harness was a ton of money. If Ford would have chosen to make the harnesses totally separate for cars equipped with nav, it would have been a bunch easier. Plus, you have to look at how your existing stereo powers the speakers and compare that to the way the factory nav unit does. In the Aviator, it was totally different and would have required an additional amp and wiring harnesses. Then you have to strip the car to install the harnesses and equipment. When you were all done, you would have had a ton of money and an inferior navigation system to what's out there. I just bought an AVIC-Z1 and put it in the car. It looks like it came from the factory and it is a MUCH superior unit to the Ford and includes things such as Bluetooth, NavTraffic, Voice Recognition, and is accessible to all functions (including DVD) while on the move with a very simple mod. Believe me...there is no comparison. Buy the AVIC-Z1. You'll be much happier.

By the way, I would also worry about what signals are carried on the CAN bus and how that is all integrated into the system. That could present some unique challanges and may actually require some reflashing. You are starting to get into some areas where no one has ventured and you could be out there on your own.
 
TheRebel said:
System could not recognize your command. Inside joke for those who have the factory nav unit. Or atleast I hope it isn't just mine. :D
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Bloomfield? May not understand your accent LOL:) I get about a 75% hit rate.
 
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