What happens if I put my sat nav on the windscreen?
Technically, putting anything on the windscreen could result in being pulled over by cops, but – barring any ridiculous placement – this is unlikely if you place the device low on the screen and out of the driver’s direct line of sight. The graphic above can be used for guidance.
Where can I place my Sat Nav or dashcam?
Source: Thinkstock Here’s where the problem lies – there is no specific law covering where your non-factory-fitted sat-nav or dashcam should be placed on your windscreen. The Highway Code says “windscreens and windows MUST be kept clean and free from obstructions to vision”. So the Highway Code says I can’t fix anything to my windscreen?
What to do if your sat nav screen has broken?
If your screen has broken, which is apparently pretty rare but not unheard of, then swapping the unit in the dashboard is a pretty simple thing to do – I found a youtube clip that runs you through the process. It took me about an hour to get it all to pieces out and back together again.
Why does my sat nav not work with my TV?
If it is the TV tuner that is faulty then presumably the theory is that the screen should come to life and the sat nav will work (but you won’t have a TV!) The TV still works in mine with the DVD unconnected.
How to remove the centre console from a sat nav?
Remove the clock/ switches surround, again by gently levering it out. Remove the cupholder (3 screws), heated seats switch (if fitted) and boot release/ ESP switches and also the one screw above this switch. Now remove the metal bracket that secures the centre console to the dash console.
What to remove from a sat nav facelift?
Remove the cupholder (3 screws), heated seats switch (if fitted) and boot release/ ESP switches and also the one screw above this switch. Now remove the metal bracket that secures the centre console to the dash console.
Technically, putting anything on the windscreen could result in being pulled over by cops, but – barring any ridiculous placement – this is unlikely if you place the device low on the screen and out of the driver’s direct line of sight. The graphic above can be used for guidance.
Source: Thinkstock Here’s where the problem lies – there is no specific law covering where your non-factory-fitted sat-nav or dashcam should be placed on your windscreen. The Highway Code says “windscreens and windows MUST be kept clean and free from obstructions to vision”. So the Highway Code says I can’t fix anything to my windscreen?