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defecta
10-08-2010, 06:57 PM
Hi folks,

My factory head unit doesn't have an AUX input for my iphone and I am able to get one pretty cheaply off eBay.

The reason I am 'upgrading' to a factory HU is because i want to retain my steering wheel control at little expense.

The alternative is I could use an after market head unit buy I would have to buy a kit to keep the steering wheel controls working which is way more expensive than a replacement factory HU.

My question is, how does the anti-theft security work and how can I make sure the HU I am looking to buy will not be 'bricked' or whatever? I had a quick search on the forums but couldn't find the answer.

Thanks

defecta
10-08-2010, 07:42 PM
Sorry guys, I found the answer now. It actually explained in the car manual for the HU's with the security. LOL

Someone posted a pic of the manual page over at toyotaownersclub.

Here is a link for anyone else that has the same question. http://au.toyotaownersclub.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=8591&view=findpost&p=148911