Does it work here yet? If so, what do I need to get it to work? If not, wtf lol

 

Found this; hope it clarifies what you were asking

The stock screen won't be entirely useless, since you still can monitor maintenance and gas mileage info, but yeah, basically useless.

To get navigation on the stock screen, you've got a few options:
A) Garmin GVN53 + avelectronic adapter
This would probably be the most factory-like install, since it would be independent of the radio, and you wouldn't have to shop for your DD radio based on navigation functionality. I'm not sure how expensive the avelectronic adapter is, but between the two devices, somewhere around $600 would be about right.

B) Double Din Navi + avelectronic adapter
Most DD navis have a video output, so you'd be able to display the same screen to the more visible popup screen. Since you're planning a DD conversion anyway, this is probably the best way to re-use the factory nav. You'd be tied to DD radios that include navigation (which still gives you a lot of options) but most of the best DD radios have navigation anyway, so this is still a good option, and lets you use the touchscreen on the aftermarket DD radio/navi instead of the remote with the GVN53.

C) Any aftermarket Garmin + a suction cup mount
Pop the navi up and use an windshield mount to stick it in the stock position. It's cheap, it works, and it's easy.

D) DD Navi + ignoring stock system
Less expensive than using the avelectronic adapter, but doesn't put the screen where you can see it. You can always add the avelectronic adapter later if you must have it on the popup screen.

 

thank you! that is a big help. I want to keep it as OEM-ish as possible, gotta look into option A.

 

Hey so Ive been having the same problem. Did A LOT of homework on it including researching the infamous TSB on the unit.

No you dont have to spend that much, nor do you have to go out and do a double din replacement (which would run into the 1k range after you get the dual climate control adapter, steering wheel adapter, and the actual unit)

When the screen pops up, the upper limit is determined by the number of revolutions of the motor, not the actual position of the screen. Over time, this limit seems to go out of adjustment.
To "trick" the limit, while the screen is moving up, quickly press down or tap on the screen so it momentarily moves downward then resumes raising as soon as you let go of it. When done correctly, the screen should raise fully; if you hold it too long, the screen will retract.

Now I dont know how long this will fix it, but mines been out of commission for months. Seems to work when its cold not when its hot, and now finally this year not at all. Did the fix mentioned above and ALL GOOD!

Falling in love with my g35 all over again

(NOTE: I'm going to post this in as many locations as possible since its been years since I've been looking for a fix.)

Thanks!

 

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