Description:

A dashboard pod is a binnacle that sits on top of the dashboard and is ideal for mounting a radio(s), CB extension speaker, etc. This dashboard pod is specifically designed to fit the Lexus LX470. The facia layout is optional, holes can be cut to suit specific radios and other console options and accessories.

Lexus LX470 dashboard pod - $330 (incl. GST). Plus options and accessories plus freight.

Points of interest:

• Designed to neatly follow the contours of the dashboard.
• Attached to the dashboard with Velcro tape. There is no need to drill holes when wiring or installing the pod (see fitting instructions).
• The Lexus LX470 is well suited for a pod, providing plenty of width and depth in the centre of the dashboard. The pod will accept two radios and is deep enough to house a large radio such as the Uniden Grant.
• Upholstered in a padded vinyl or vacuum formed vinyl finish that has been specifically manufactured to match the colour and the grain on the Lexus LX470 dashboard. When fitted it looks like an original part of the vehicle.
• Robust construction - suitably durable for "off road" driving.
• Does not interfere with the windscreen demister or any other functions of the vehicle.
• There are two different shaped dashboards in the Lexus LX470. We have two different pods to suit these dashboards. The prices and features are the same for both pods.
• We manufacture our consoles in weekly batches. If we receive an order by Monday 5:30pm Sydney time your console will be dispatched on the following Friday. The dispatch date can vary if there is a public holiday.

Lexus LX470 8/'02 and on with round facia panel

Lexus LX470 8/'02 and on with flat facia panel (vacuum formed finish)

Lexus LX470 8/'02 and on with flat facia panel (vacuum formed finish)

Fitting Instructions:

LEXUS LX470 DASHBOARD POD (all models)

Introduction

The Lexus LX470 dash pod is attached to the dashboard with Velcro tape. The dashboard must be cleaned and dried thoroughly to allow a good adhesion. The pod and the Velcro tape can be removed at a later date without leaving any evidence that the pod had been installed.

STEP 1. Clean the dashboard thoroughly in the area that the Velcro tape is to be attached . Firstly, clean the dashboard with a cloth dipped in warm soapy water. Remove all traces of soap with a wet cloth. Dry off the dashboard, then wipe off any remaining residue with prepsol or a cleaning alcohol (Note: if the dash board has been cleaned or protected with a product that contains silicon, additional cleaning will be required to ensure adhesion of the Velcro tape. Be careful, after cleaning the dashboard once, it will appear silicon free. However, the silicon residue in the grain of the dashboard vinyl will prevent a good adhesion. We recommend cleaning the dashboard three or four times using warm soapy water and a nail brush).

STEP 2. Using a chinagraph pencil or masking tape, accurately mark out the position of the pod's mounting bracket onto the outside of the pod.

The four arrows indicate the position of the lines to be marked on the outside of the pod.

STEP 3. Sit the pod in place on the dashboard. Using the lines marked on the pod, accurately mark out the dashboard for the position of the mounting bracket.

STEP 4. Attach the 'self adhesive' side of the Velcro tape onto the dashboard so that it is aligned with the Velcro tape attached to the mounting bracket. Press the tape firmly onto the dashboard to ensure a good adhesion.

STEP 5. Remove the snap caps on each side of the dash pod. Unscrew the four self tapping screws then remove the mounting bracket from inside the pod.

STEP 6. Attach the mounting bracket to the dashboard in between the lines marked out in step 3.

STEP 7. Test the adhesion of the Velcro tape on the dashboard. If it is not firmly attached there is probably some silicon residue on the dashboard. In this case, repeat steps 1 & 4 using the spare piece of velcro tape supplied in the fitting kit.

STEP 8. Install the wiring for your radio(s) or accessories.

STEP 9. Coil up any excess wire inside the pod then place the pod in position over the mounting bracket.

STEP 10. Using a scriber or similar sharp instrument, line up the holes in the side of the pod with corresponding holes in the mounting bracket.

STEP 11. Check that the base of the pod is neatly following the contours of the dashboard. If it is not fitting neatly, return to step 6 and re-position the mounting bracket.

STEP 12. Attach the pod to the mounting bracket by replacing the four self tapping screws. As you tighten each screw, lift the screw up to put tension on the Velcro tape. When the screws are tight the centre of the mounting bracket will rise and put more tension on the Velcro tape . The pod should now be a firm fit on the dashboard.

STEP 13. Replace the four snap caps to cover the heads of the self tapping screws.

STEP 14. Place the vinyl covered tube over the exposed wiring between the pod and the windscreen.

Information required when ordering:

There are two different shaped dashboards in the Lexus LX470. Was your vehicle *built between 4/'98 and 7/'02 or 8/'02 and on. Which options or accessories (if any) do you require in the console? Please provide a sketch of the console indicating the type and position of each option or accessory required. We have information on the measurements, etc. for most radios, please tell us the brand and model of your radio(s) and we will contact you if we need any other information. Please email your sketch or fax it to the number below. If this is not possible, please phone us with the details.

* use the manufacturers built date not the regestration date

Phone number - (00) (61) 2 95467914
Fax number - (00) (61) 2 95462469
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