Basic Nav Software Updating Question....

FIRST1 · 06-30-2012, 10:40 PM

Hey, newbie question... Get over it... Can I / how do I update the software on my iDrive? Is it possible? Where would I go to get that done. I drive an '08 and it would be sweet to have the new software and new navigation... Damn this shit is getting outdated

trickcruiser · 07-02-2012, 10:24 AM

Trying to find out the same thing here...
http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showt...=update+idrive

60+ views now replies.

If I get a hit on my thread I will let you know.

FIRST1 · 07-02-2012, 10:32 AM

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Originally Posted by trickcruiser

Trying to find out the same thing here...
http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showt...=update+idrive

60+ views now replies.

If I get a hit on my thread I will let you know.

Seriously lol I'm sure some of these people know the answer to this basic question...

tracer bullet · 07-03-2012, 10:13 PM

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Originally Posted by FIRST1

Get over it...

Hmm, I can't imagine why no one would want to jump in and type out a long reply.

FIRST1 · 07-04-2012, 02:36 AM

I don't need a long reply... just a helpful one

JimD · 07-04-2012, 08:14 AM

I'm not sure, I don't have the iDrive, but you may want to go to this website and check it out:

http://www.bmw.com/com/en/insights/t...date.html#more

You might also find this interesting:

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=500729

Google is your friend. I found these with a simple search.

Jim

FIRST1 · 07-09-2012, 03:23 PM

Anyone?

1911A145 · 07-09-2012, 03:31 PM

Go to dealer, pay them 200 dollars, insert new navigation DVD...

FIRST1 · 07-09-2012, 07:25 PM

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Originally Posted by 1911A145

Go to dealer, pay them 200 dollars, insert new navigation DVD...

That implies that the new navigation system will be compatible with my '08 iDrive, right?

1911A145 · 07-10-2012, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by FIRST1

That implies that the new navigation system will be compatible with my '08 iDrive, right?

The only thing you are able to upgrade on your navigation is the updated navigation DVD. it is 199.99 from the dealer and all you do is take out yours and pop the new one in. From 2009 and up, they are now using a totally new system and not a DVD at all. A built in system. Upgrading that cost around 5-600 dollars. It is upgraded through a USB port which I believe is in the glove compartment. You are not going to go that route unless you either upgrade your car to a new one, or convert every component of the iDrive out of a new one into yours which would be pointless. Just buy the new DVD, and call it a day.

FIRST1 · 07-10-2012, 01:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1911A145

The only thing you are able to upgrade on your navigation is the updated navigation DVD. it is 199.99 from the dealer and all you do is take out yours and pop the new one in. From 2009 and up, they are now using a totally new system and not a DVD at all. A built in system. Upgrading that cost around 5-600 dollars. It is upgraded through a USB port which I believe is in the glove compartment. You are not going to go that route unless you either upgrade your car to a new one, or convert every component of the iDrive out of a new one into yours which would be pointless. Just buy the new DVD, and call it a day.

Cool, thanks

...Soooo where would I find this DVD besides the dealer? I have a feeling I could find it cheaper. Would any BMW navigation DVD from 2009+ work on my car?

1911A145 · 07-10-2012, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by FIRST1

Cool, thanks

...Soooo where would I find this DVD besides the dealer? I have a feeling I could find it cheaper. Would any BMW navigation DVD from 2009+ work on my car?

There is a new DVD every year.

rps · 07-10-2012, 04:34 PM

No, 08's use a different DVD than 09's.
If you want an 11 East Coast DVD, you can have it for shipping.

FIRST1 · 07-11-2012, 12:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rps

No, 08's use a different DVD than 09's.
If you want an 11 East Coast DVD, you can have it for shipping.

Wow, thanks man!

KMToronto · 10-15-2012, 03:05 PM

There are two components to consider when talking about Navi updates:

1) The actual map data. Since your car is 2008, I'm assuming it's a CCC headunit (I.e. it uses DVD's loaded inside to access the map data). Thus, you'll need the actual new disks as everyone has mentioned. That would bring your map data up to the latest.

2) The software of the head unit. This is the basically the brain of the system that USES the Map Data to make routing decisions for you. This can only be updated by a dealer in their service shop via a programming station. Before you go and pay the retailer to do this, you should first check with them if there is even newer software available for your head unit. Often times when a control unit in the car is no longer being manufactured, software levels are frozen and don't change anymore as time goes on.

Hope that helps.

Cheers,
K

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KMToronto New Member 0 Rep 8 Posts Drives: 2010 BMW 135 Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Toronto, Canada iTrader: (0)	There are two components to consider when talking about Navi updates: 1) The actual map data. Since your car is 2008, I'm assuming it's a CCC headunit (I.e. it uses DVD's loaded inside to access the map data). Thus, you'll need the actual new disks as everyone has mentioned. That would bring your map data up to the latest. 2) The software of the head unit. This is the basically the brain of the system that USES the Map Data to make routing decisions for you. This can only be updated by a dealer in their service shop via a programming station. Before you go and pay the retailer to do this, you should first check with them if there is even newer software available for your head unit. Often times when a control unit in the car is no longer being manufactured, software levels are frozen and don't change anymore as time goes on. Hope that helps. Cheers, K
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