Looking for someone to share (split the cost) of the latest nav update. I could easily pay the $250 for the SW, but if there is a way I can get a copy of the disc that would be great. Thx!

 

Pls give me more info about how to do this update?
DIY?
USB update?
Bought my E400 in Feb 2015.
Thanks,

 

You either purchase the software disc from the dealer, or an online software download key (think MS Office). From what I gather, the installation process is self explanatory depending on which method you choose. I'm actually wondering if the $250 cost is better than using iMaps on my iPhone.

 

You'll have to be more specific with your car. I believe with NTG4, you can use the same DVD on multiple cars, but after that, it requires a pin code to activate which is tied to your VIN. NTG4 was 2010-2011.

 

^ +1, most recent nav disc updates are linked to VIN and require an activation code. Not that I'd advise breaking copyright laws, but even if you tried to use a nav disc on multiple vehicles, it will give you an invalid or already in use notice. Trust me, they've long ago figured out how to keep people from re-selling their used nav discs on ebay.

 

Did you get it new? I think you're supposed to get 3 years of Nav updates for free now, but I don't remember when that started. Ask the dealer and see if you qualify. For NTG4.5-NTG4.7, you can use the same DVD, but you need a pin code to activate. Some say you can just buy the pin code and do the update yourself, otherwise the dealer ends up charging you for 2+ hours to basically just sit there while the DVD loads on your car and at MB rates, that can be $500+. Not sure who actually sells the pin though. Kinda crazy considering that google maps and Waze is free and way better.

 

Anyone know the navigation part number?

 

You can order it from MB.

http://mb.navigation.com/sku/T1000-24671/en_US/MBNA/USD

 

I prefer Google Maps over any navigation for the most part. Plus they seem to be pretty accurate on estimated time to destination which helps with rush hour traffic. However, I have not used my OEM navi yet.