iDrive Map Update pre USB

runningback · Post by **runningback** » Sun Dec 09, 2018 12:54 pm

Hi,

I have a Z4 3.0 without the USB port, registered first Sept. 2009, I have confirmed via connected BMW page by submitting the VIN Number that USB or online update of the Maps is not possible.
Through reading other posts and articles I'm not sure that a DVD installation is possible, I'm uncertain of which disc ( compatibility ) to buy.
Wondered if anyone has updated their maps in a pre USB E89 Z4 and can point me in the right direction,

any help appreciated,

Zed Baron · Post by **Zed Baron** » Sun Dec 09, 2018 2:41 pm

Hi I remember right (and correct me if Im wrong) if you look at your map screen on the iDrive and if there is an icon at the bottom left corner (i symbol with tick on top) then you should be able to update your maps via the usb in the glovebox

Miyli · Post by **Miyli** » Sun Dec 09, 2018 4:58 pm

the cars must download a new version of the navi from the software, then succeed with the usb connection.

runningback · Post by **runningback** » Sat Dec 22, 2018 11:27 am

Hi again,

definitively have not got a USB connector in the glovebox,
anyone know which is the correct DVD, preferrably without having to pay £90 @ BMW.

thanks,

Hunter · Post by **Hunter** » Sat Dec 22, 2018 2:08 pm

There are various sellers on the internet that offer a solution... I have used one in particular on various cars with success.. it’s against forum rules to name them though.

Zed Baron · Post by **Zed Baron** » Sat Dec 22, 2018 2:34 pm

runningback wrote: ↑Sat Dec 22, 2018 11:27 am Hi again,

definitively have not got a USB connector in the glovebox,
anyone know which is the correct DVD, preferrably without having to pay £90 @ BMW.

thanks,

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Mines an early car and its got it can't see yours being different?, its in the top right corner

Tinker15 · Post by **Tinker15** » Sat Dec 22, 2018 4:10 pm

If your version looks similar to the photo below you can update it from 3 x DVDs. I’m not allowed to give a link but they are available on the Internet for less than £90. However, use at your own risk.

Lazza · Post by **Lazza** » Sun Dec 23, 2018 12:52 am

Zed Baron wrote: ↑Sat Dec 22, 2018 2:34 pm
runningback wrote: ↑Sat Dec 22, 2018 11:27 am Hi again,

definitively have not got a USB connector in the glovebox,
anyone know which is the correct DVD, preferrably without having to pay £90 @ BMW.

thanks,
20181222_132847.jpg Mines an early car and its got it can't see yours being different?, its in the top right corner

That’s exactly what I have in my ‘09.

Freebster · Post by **Freebster** » Mon Dec 24, 2018 4:53 pm

I updated to 2017 maps via the DVD method and ended up losing the TMC traffic. I then got the navigation firmware updated at BMW and this got the TMC traffic back.

With this newer firmware, I’m now able to update the maps via the USB in the glovebox - a far quicker and simpler process.

E89 30i

Toneycaroney · Post by **Toneycaroney** » Tue Jan 01, 2019 4:40 pm

Stupid question but where do you get the latest (usb) map updates from? Cheers.

Tinker15 · Post by **Tinker15** » Tue Jan 01, 2019 4:57 pm

Toneycaroney wrote: ↑Tue Jan 01, 2019 4:40 pm Stupid question but where do you get the latest (usb) map updates from? Cheers.

Officially your BMW Dealer. We are not allowed to post links to illegal updates.

Toneycaroney · Post by **Toneycaroney** » Wed Jan 02, 2019 12:46 am

Of course! Thanks.

Tinker15 · Post by **Tinker15** » Wed Jan 02, 2019 7:01 am

I updated my maps a few days ago from 3 x DVDs as it was not possible to use the USB method. My system needs a firmwear update which I’m going to look into once my local independents are back from the New Years holidays. To update from USB your sat nav has to have the i and tick as per the photo below. This should also give you full post code search.

Toneycaroney · Post by **Toneycaroney** » Wed Jan 02, 2019 3:28 pm

Just checked and mine does have the i and tick as your picture. Genuine question, are the (non bmw) websites that advertise bmw maps (about £30) illegal then?
Cheers.

Tinker15 · Post by **Tinker15** » Wed Jan 02, 2019 4:21 pm

I’m no lawyer so let’s they are probably not genuine. In addition to update you need a FSC code linked to your VIN number and I doubt the ones being supplied are coming from BMW.

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