I had a 2001 LC which I just replaced with a 2006 LC. I am not sure how many here have had this problem yet, but I hear it is common for all LC's with Navigation Systems. I think I have found a solution for those that are interested.
I have noticed that the Anti-Glare coating (or whatever coating it is) on these Touch Screens rubs off or wears out wherever you touch it on a regular basis over time. I went through three (3) of these under warranty and it was due for a fourth one when I sold the vehicle.
This is a know problem and there is a tech bulletin from Toyota on this issue. Toyota will replace these under warranty or under a Toyota Platinum Care Warranty" at no charge. If you don't have one of these and this annoys you, as it id d me, you have a few options.
1 - Replace the old one with entire ECU which has a list price of around $6,800 and a dealer soct of around $5,400 I believe.
2 - Replace the old one with entire ECU which has a Toyota "Reconditioned" unit which I was quoted a price of $2,000 installed.
3 - Get a mild polish and wipe the rest of the Glare Coating off the screen so at least it all looks the same. However, I have noticed the spots that are worn are difficult to read when the sun is at a certain angle reflecting off the screen
4 - Do the above and replace with a screen protector with a built-in Anti-Glare coating. This helps a little, but still not great.
The best preventative solution is what I did with my new 2006 Land Cruiser. Within minutes of purchasing this vehicle, I took my favorite cleaner for LCD Screens which is a product called Monitor Lizard (it is truly the best) and I gently wiped the screen down with a super high quality microfiber which I purchase directly from the manufacturer (also the best I have found).
One the screen was clean, I install a great product made by Screen Patronus - http://www.screenpatronus.com/ -
Basically, this is a PDA style cling type screen protector that cost around $10. It is perfectly cut to fit the LC Screen and it is easy to install...even I could do it. I can honestly say it is the only work or modification I have ever performed on a vehicle I own...so you know it must be easy.
The fit was exact...and I got it installed with a perfect 1/16 or 1/32 or so border gap around the entire edge of the screen.
Now, I see fingerprints and oils from touching the screen on the protector, and I just wipe them off with a microfiber. I don't even use the Monitor Lizard solution in most cases.
Anyway, for what it is worth, I thought I would pst this for those that mey be interested.
Rich
I have noticed that the Anti-Glare coating (or whatever coating it is) on these Touch Screens rubs off or wears out wherever you touch it on a regular basis over time. I went through three (3) of these under warranty and it was due for a fourth one when I sold the vehicle.
This is a know problem and there is a tech bulletin from Toyota on this issue. Toyota will replace these under warranty or under a Toyota Platinum Care Warranty" at no charge. If you don't have one of these and this annoys you, as it id d me, you have a few options.
1 - Replace the old one with entire ECU which has a list price of around $6,800 and a dealer soct of around $5,400 I believe.
2 - Replace the old one with entire ECU which has a Toyota "Reconditioned" unit which I was quoted a price of $2,000 installed.
3 - Get a mild polish and wipe the rest of the Glare Coating off the screen so at least it all looks the same. However, I have noticed the spots that are worn are difficult to read when the sun is at a certain angle reflecting off the screen
4 - Do the above and replace with a screen protector with a built-in Anti-Glare coating. This helps a little, but still not great.
The best preventative solution is what I did with my new 2006 Land Cruiser. Within minutes of purchasing this vehicle, I took my favorite cleaner for LCD Screens which is a product called Monitor Lizard (it is truly the best) and I gently wiped the screen down with a super high quality microfiber which I purchase directly from the manufacturer (also the best I have found).
One the screen was clean, I install a great product made by Screen Patronus - http://www.screenpatronus.com/ -
Basically, this is a PDA style cling type screen protector that cost around $10. It is perfectly cut to fit the LC Screen and it is easy to install...even I could do it. I can honestly say it is the only work or modification I have ever performed on a vehicle I own...so you know it must be easy.
The fit was exact...and I got it installed with a perfect 1/16 or 1/32 or so border gap around the entire edge of the screen.
Now, I see fingerprints and oils from touching the screen on the protector, and I just wipe them off with a microfiber. I don't even use the Monitor Lizard solution in most cases.
Anyway, for what it is worth, I thought I would pst this for those that mey be interested.
Rich
