BMW Navigation Update: What You Need for Each Version
When you select your BMW map version, here’s exactly what you can expect and what you’ll need to complete the update.
1. Premium, Next, Move, Motion, Route, Evo ID4
These map versions are simple to update. You’ll just download the maps, enter the BMW FSC code on your iDrive, and the update will start. No extra steps required!
2. Evo ID5/6
For Evo ID5/6, the update is just as easy but depends on your BMW’s firmware. There are two options: USB Coding and Cable Coding. Don’t worry, even Cable Coding is quick and easy with just one extra step!
- Step 1: In your BMW, go to Navigation Maps.
- Step 2: Press Options, then select Settings.
- Step 3: Navigate to Position & Version History > Version Information.
- Step 4: Look at the software version after NBTEvo_:
- If it starts with P, Q, R, S, U, V, W, X, or Y, you’ll need Cable Coding.
This requires an ENET cable and a Windows laptop (Windows 10 or newer). - If the version starts with any letter before P, you can choose either USB Coding or Cable Coding.
- If it starts with P, Q, R, S, U, V, W, X, or Y, you’ll need Cable Coding.
3. Way Maps
For Way maps, Cable Coding is necessary. It’s quick and easy—you’ll just need:
- An ENET cable
- A Windows laptop (Windows 10 or newer)
- USB Stick
What Do I Need for My BMW Map Update?
- For Premium, Next, Move, Motion, Route, Evo ID4: Just download the maps and enter your BMW FSC code.
- For Evo ID5/6:
- Cable Coding (for software versions starting with P-Y): Just one extra step with an ENET cable and Windows laptop.
- USB or Cable Coding (for versions before P): Both options are easy.
- For Way Maps: Cable Coding is the only option, but it’s simple to do with an ENET cable, Windows laptop and USB Stick.
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