NAV SW Update

[Nevada Jack]

Just saw this in the list of TB's. I don't know who it effects but this pertains to 2007 models and PDI action. This is the URL for the List of TSB's: http://www.whnet.com/4x4/tsb_164.html Aug 9, 2007 T-B-82.85/593 Model 164.122/172/177/186/822/871/886 Model 251.122/156/165/175/177 As of MY 07 Equipped with Navigation System Code 530 Navigation Database Update At Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) Check latest NAV SW is installed at PDI, should be BQ 646 0226 If not, order updated NAV DVD from Navteq and install, return old one for credit.

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[infamily]

Thanks NJ.. I just bought 07 GL 320 CDI, I will for sure have it checked for latest NAV SW.

[Newbie_2_MB]

Is there someplace I can check to see what SW version I have? I have an appointment at the dealership this Saturday, but if I already have the correct version, I won't bother them about it.

[Danno4x4]

Originally Posted by Newbie_2_MB

Is there someplace I can check to see what SW version I have? I have an appointment at the dealership this Saturday, but if I already have the correct version, I won't bother them about it.

I am also interested in this... I had surfed around the system a bit to see if there was somewhere that displayed what version it is using, but I could not find anything...

Wait a minute. As I was typing this, I just realized that I have the ability to eject the NAV DVD from behind the COMAND unit. I wonder if the version number is listed on the DVD itself.

[Nevada Jack]

Originally Posted by Danno4x4

I am also interested in this... I had surfed around the system a bit to see if there was somewhere that displayed what version it is using, but I could not find anything...

Wait a minute. As I was typing this, I just realized that I have the ability to eject the NAV DVD from behind the COMAND unit. I wonder if the version number is listed on the DVD itself.

I don't know if the DVD has the Stock # on it. I will have something like 2006.3 or 2007.3 but not the BQ # but maybe it will.

I would just show the SA the TB and tell them you want the version checked and if not up to date to replace it per the TB.

[mbslk350]

My DVD says 2006.1

The TB says something about an updated NAV DVD. I would expect an updated DVD to say 2007.x instead of 2006.1. I'll ask about it during the 3k inspection.

[GLDriver]

I just checked my DVD, it says BQ 646 0220

[Nevada Jack]

Originally Posted by GLDriver

I just checked my DVD, it says BQ 646 0220

The number in the TB is a stock #. I think if you check your DVD for the version # like mbslk350 indicated, that should give you a reference to go by.

[Newbie_2_MB]

Originally Posted by GLDriver

I just checked my DVD, it says BQ 646 0220

Mine too. I found the # on the back of the case that the CD came in.

[Newbie_2_MB]

I printed out the TSB for the NAV update and took it with me today when I took my 450 in for service. The SA wasn't aware of the TSB and ran a TSB check on my vehicle. The only one that came up was the oil dipstick. He took a copy of the TSB and gave it to the technician.

When I picked up the 450, the technician said that the TSB didn't apply to my vehicle. I'm not sure if he was blowing smoke or not, so I'm curious to see what response others get when they request the software update.

[Nevada Jack]

Originally Posted by Newbie_2_MB

I printed out the TSB for the NAV update and took it with me today when I took my 450 in for service. The SA wasn't aware of the TSB and ran a TSB check on my vehicle. The only one that came up was the oil dipstick. He took a copy of the TSB and gave it to the technician.

When I picked up the 450, the technician said that the TSB didn't apply to my vehicle. I'm not sure if he was blowing smoke or not, so I'm curious to see what response others get when they request the software update.

Since the TB # is higher than your copy of the DVD (0220 vs. 0226) it seems to me it would apply. Perhaps this is for PDI's after the date of the TB and older version would be a paid up-date. I would pursue it with the SM citing the version you have vs. the later version in the TB.

[Newbie_2_MB]

Originally Posted by Nevada Jack

Since the TB # is higher than your copy of the DVD (0220 vs. 0226) it seems to me it would apply. Perhaps this is for PDI's after the date of the TB and older version would be a paid up-date. I would pursue it with the SM citing the version you have vs. the later version in the TB.

I will definitely call the SM on Monday. They owe me 2 stickers for my sun visor (there were not aligned properly -- 1/2 on and 1/2 off of the mirror cover) so I have to bring the car back when those stickers come in.

[lkchris]

Just an FYI ...

On 8/22/2007 this DTB DOES NOT EXIST in Startekinfo

[blessed]

Speaking of Navs is it true that you cannot put an direct address into it. I heard that it was a range of addresses and not directly. I know that the 2007 S-Class cannot not always get the direct address (ex. 12123 Dean street). I hope this is not true for the Gl 550

[Newbie_2_MB]

Originally Posted by blessed

Speaking of Navs is it true that you cannot put an direct address into it. I heard that it was a range of addresses and not directly. I know that the 2007 S-Class cannot not always get the direct address (ex. 12123 Dean street). I hope this is not true for the Gl 550

You can enter a direct address....the question is, whether or not the NAV system can find it. My house was built in 2001 and while I can enter my address into the system, it can only find the road I live on and then says it is a gated community & you will need access to the address. Gee, I wish I'd known I lived in a gated community! Must be one of those invisible gates...yeah, that's it!

[StevethePilot]

Originally Posted by Newbie_2_MB

Gee, I wish I'd known I lived in a gated community! Must be one of those invisible gates...yeah, that's it!

Think of how that's added to your property value, at no expense to you!

[Wolfgang]

Originally Posted by Newbie_2_MB

You can enter a direct address....the question is, whether or not the NAV system can find it. My house was built in 2001 and while I can enter my address into the system, it can only find the road I live on and then says it is a gated community & you will need access to the address. Gee, I wish I'd known I lived in a gated community! Must be one of those invisible gates...yeah, that's it!

You might consider telling NAVTEQ about the error. They made this mapreporter available:

http://mapreporter.navteq.com/dur-we...ER&language=en

Here's a description of the changes for the very latest software, version 2007.1 from their website (hope it works, as it's a very long URL).

http://www.navigation.com/is-bin/INT...mpTo=OfferList

[Newbie_2_MB]

Originally Posted by Wolfgang

You might consider telling NAVTEQ about the error. They made this mapreporter available:

http://mapreporter.navteq.com/dur-we...ER&language=en

Here's a description of the changes for the very latest software, version 2007.1 from their website (hope it works, as it's a very long URL).

http://www.navigation.com/is-bin/INT...mpTo=OfferList

Thanks Wolfgang! Although my city wasn't listed in the updates, I think I'm still going to get the updated software. I also noticed my MB dealer wasn't listed in the NAV program when I used it to try & locate the dealership.

[oknish]

Originally Posted by Wolfgang

Here's a description of the changes for the very latest software, version 2007.1 from their website (hope it works, as it's a very long URL).

http://www.navigation.com/is-bin/INT...mpTo=OfferList

Thanks, WolfGang aka Fountain of MB knowledge .

And it's good to know that I can purchase the updated NAV DVDs for $200. When I checked with dealer, back in Dec when I bought the car, I was told that the NAV DVDs only cost "$500 or so".

[cjh.]

Originally Posted by Newbie_2_MB

You can enter a direct address....the question is, whether or not the NAV system can find it. My house was built in 2001 and while I can enter my address into the system, it can only find the road I live on and then says it is a gated community & you will need access to the address. Gee, I wish I'd known I lived in a gated community! Must be one of those invisible gates...yeah, that's it!

Ha ha, that's great. So while we are on the topic, does anyone else think the NAV/Map in the GL is...well...I guess mediocre? The resolution of the map is not too great, and half the time the NAV can't find the destination I want to go to!

(Trust me, it was hard to say that. I hate speaking bad about my GL)

[jpeardm]

Originally Posted by cjh6793

Ha ha, that's great. So while we are on the topic, does anyone else think the NAV/Map in the GL is...well...I guess mediocre? The resolution of the map is not too great, and half the time the NAV can't find the destination I want to go to!

(Trust me, it was hard to say that. I hate speaking bad about my GL)

Well I guess I'd agree with that especially compared to other systems like my wife's Range Rover which is visually much more detailed and accurate but so far at least it does the job for me.

[oknish]

I have no doubt that the NAV in GL is not the "best" it could be. But, IMO, there is a lot more in the car that outweighs the NAV.

[Newbie_2_MB]

I just ordered it. Hopefully it'll show up before we leave on our road trip in the GL to Montana on September 1.

[cjh.]

Originally Posted by jpeardm

Well I guess I'd agree with that especially compared to other systems like my wife's Range Rover which is visually much more detailed and accurate but so far at least it does the job for me.

Originally Posted by oknish

I have no doubt that the NAV in GL is not the "best" it could be. But, IMO, there is a lot more in the car that outweighs the NAV.

I agree, there is much more to the GL than the NAV.
Just a little nitpicky complaint...

[cjh.]

Originally Posted by Newbie_2_MB

I just ordered it. Hopefully it'll show up before we leave on our road trip in the GL to Montana on September 1.

That will be a fun road trip with the GL.