The BMW Navigation DVD integrates the BMW internal GPS signal with its latest digital map information. It is reported by BMW that the digital map will be updated every six months, So it is very beneficial to update the navigation system if you live or work in an area with a lot of construction that involves new development and new streets, or changes to freeways such as the relocation or addition of freeway exits. Here are some details on how to update your BMW car DVD.
Determining Update
1. Press the "Info-Phone" button located on the right side of the navigation screen display. Touch the "Map Data" icon on the "Information" touch screen. 2. Find the map version number and write it down. This number is displayed at the top of the "Map Data" screen.
3. Call your BMW dealership to inquire about updates that have been made to the maps since the DVD version you possess was made. Yearly updates to the BMW Car DVD maps may not reflect significant changes in your particular area. Updating the navigation DVD is optional if this is the case, and you can safely save the expense of the upgrade if you desire.
Changing the Navigation DVD
1. Press the "Info-Phone" button on the right side of the navigation screen display. Tap the "Map Data" icon on the Information screen.
2. Tap the "Eject DVD" icon in the bottom left corner of the "Map Data" screen. Wait until the screen automatically slides down and out of view, and the CD and DVD slots are visible. If the navigation DVD does not eject, push down and hold the "Close" button on the upper left side of the navigation panel for five seconds. This troubleshoots and ejects the discs from both the DVD and CD drives. Remove the ejected navigation DVD, and insert the new navigation DVD into the DVD slot with its label side up.
3. Press the "Close" button on the upper left side of the navigation panel and you will finish the whole installation.