[rnkarim]

So looks like I'm one of the many unlucky ones that has a bad head unit on my CBA. Trying to figure out all my options before i lean forward and make a decision on what I'm going to do. I'm searched the forums but they seem to be old and wanted to get everyone's POV and recommendation on what i should do. Thanks

 

[Python]

whats wrong?

 

[KarlBlomquist]

Contact legertas - upgrade to 2014 A/V/Nav package - never look back.

http://www.gtrlife.com/forums/topic/107751-review-install-notes-re-legertass-09-14-mfdnavaudio-upgrade-kit/

Or buy someone else's used CBA system from their upgrade for $500-$700 when it comes available.

 

[rnkarim]

Thx, I will reach out to him. Any idea on cost?

 

[KarlBlomquist]

Thx, I will reach out to him. Any idea on cost?

Not sure what he's charging lately. It's not cheap, but neither is the car. ;-) Kinda between buying a new CBA system from the dealer and a used CBA system from someone private. But a lot of people have done this upgrade and I don't know anyone that's dissatisfied. Cheers.

 

[GTRFUN]

My CBA head unit was replaced under warranty by the dealership. It was out of warranty, contacted the GTR hotline and they helped me out.

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[KarlBlomquist]

My CBA head unit was replaced under warranty by the dealership. It was out of warranty, contacted the GTR hotline and they helped me out.

Sent from my SM-G900V using GT-R Life mobile app

Iirc the head unit (not screen) was warranty extended out to 6 years for CBA cars - similar to the cluster warranty extension.

If you're beyond the 6 year mark though (as many 2009 owners like myself would be now), then it may be tough getting it warrantied.

 

[Griffin]

I have CBA with no head unit issues. As a preventative measure should I try and have them replace it under warranty? Is there any advantage to replacing the head unit?

 

[KarlBlomquist]

Is there any advantage to replacing the head unit?

Re replacing with a '13-'14 model from Legertas...
[background=rgb(246, 246, 246)]The more recent MFD/audio updates provide much more satisfaction that our earlier '09-'10 somewhat dated systems.[/background]
[background=rgb(246, 246, 246)]http://www.gtrlife.c...stly-improved/[/background]
[background=rgb(246, 246, 246)]- Bluetooth audio without the need of any after-market adapter[/background]
[background=rgb(246, 246, 246)]- Much much improved iPod/iPhone audio control/search/etc.[/background]
[background=rgb(246, 246, 246)]- Direct rear camera connection (customized a little by Andrejus to make it even simpler) with grid lines[/background]
[background=rgb(246, 246, 246)]- Higher res screen (with slightly larger display area)[/background]
[background=rgb(246, 246, 246)]- USB mp3/audio input (doubles as the iPod input and I believe it charges devices also)[/background]
[background=rgb(246, 246, 246)]- DVD audio/video playback[/background]
[background=rgb(246, 246, 246)]- Newer (2014) Nav maps + ability to upgrade maps yourself using DVD(s)[/background]

 

[shawnhayes]

2009 screen and electronics are absolute shit compared to 2012 and up...

STRONLY suggest you take the above advice...

Shawn

 

[jscott]

Actually 2011 GT-R got the update screen display just the MFD trim changed on 12' and up

 

[shawnhayes]

Actually 2011 GT-R got the update screen display just the MFD trim changed on 12' and up

Maybe so, but did the 2011 have the updated electronics? (nav updateable from CD, etc?)

Shawn

 

[BPAuto2]

Maybe so, but did the 2011 have the updated electronics? (nav updateable from CD, etc?)

Shawn

The major firmware/software changes were DBA, but 2011 got the higher-res MFD screen.

 

[Ramius83]

Would the 2011 high-res screen be compatible with the dba av unit wiring conversion from legarus? Wouldn't that be easiest for the cba guys so the screen would be a 100% fit?

 

[BPAuto2]

Would the 2011 high-res screen be compatible with the dba av unit wiring conversion from legarus? Wouldn't that be easiest for the cba guys so the screen would be a 100% fit?

As far as I remember, Legertas' kit is all-inclusive (screen, head unit etc).

EDIT: here you go: http://www.gtrlife.com/forums/topic/107751-review-install-notes-re-legertass-09-14-mfdnavaudio-upgrade-kit/