Self Nav Update on 2014 GL (USA)
Thread Starter
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Jan 2014
Posts: 1,055
Likes: 355
From: USA - Minnesota
2014 GL350
Self Nav Update on 2014 GL (USA)
FWIW, I looked at the last MBUSA offer for a $99 update, but my dealer also wanted $200 in labor so I declined.
However, I just updated my factory NAV database on our GL350 from 2014 to 2019 for $130. I figured an updated database every five years can't hurt, right? The updated database is seven versions newer---I'm not sure how that works considering it's only been five years. Whatever.
https://mbnavupdate.com
I'm also in the USA, I don't know if they supply updates for other regions.
Easy peasy.
1) Download the NAV file from the supplied link (about 20GB)
2) Unzip it to a 32GB USB stick
3) Plug the stick into the USB port in the center console
4) Command will recognize the USB stick as an update and you need to enter the supplied code (the code is VIN specific, so it will only work on one vehicle)
5) The update will start and take a little over an hour and the truck needs to be running the entire time. It is drivable, however, and the radio worked during the update.
6) When the update is complete, remove the USB stick. All done.
However, I just updated my factory NAV database on our GL350 from 2014 to 2019 for $130. I figured an updated database every five years can't hurt, right? The updated database is seven versions newer---I'm not sure how that works considering it's only been five years. Whatever.
https://mbnavupdate.com
I'm also in the USA, I don't know if they supply updates for other regions.
Easy peasy.
1) Download the NAV file from the supplied link (about 20GB)
2) Unzip it to a 32GB USB stick
3) Plug the stick into the USB port in the center console
4) Command will recognize the USB stick as an update and you need to enter the supplied code (the code is VIN specific, so it will only work on one vehicle)
5) The update will start and take a little over an hour and the truck needs to be running the entire time. It is drivable, however, and the radio worked during the update.
6) When the update is complete, remove the USB stick. All done.
Junior Member
Joined: Mar 2019
Posts: 34
Likes: 1
2014 CLS63 AMG S
I saw that page and considered purchasing it for my 14 CLS63 update but wasn’t sure if that site was reliable or worth it. Showing $180 for mine and the dealer wants $280 for the update. So if it works from that site, Ill do that. Thoughts?
Thread Starter
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Jan 2014
Posts: 1,055
Likes: 355
From: USA - Minnesota
2014 GL350
FWIW, I've now done it on both of our vehicles (both 2014), and it worked fine each time.
Last edited by cadetdrivr; May 23, 2019 at 02:47 PM.
Member
Joined: Jul 2002
Posts: 148
Likes: 17
From: NJ, USA
2013 GL450, 2023 Tesla Model Y LR, 2024 Outback L XT
what are the benefits of a newer map? Will it show newer roads, newer gas stations, hospitals, etc? or will it load faster or find a route faster? The one thing I hate about this navigation is that it does not tell me how my miles i have till my next exit. it lists all the upcoming exists, but does not tell me what my next exit is and how many miles i have to go until them. For example, if I'm on route 280, and I need to take exit 10, it does not state how many miles i have till exit 10 and that is the next exit i need to take. it does not state for how long i will continue on the existing road. perhaps I'm missing something on how to use this but can't find any options.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2014
Posts: 4,242
Likes: 629
From: Chicago burbs
2015 S550
what are the benefits of a newer map? Will it show newer roads, newer gas stations, hospitals, etc? or will it load faster or find a route faster? The one thing I hate about this navigation is that it does not tell me how my miles i have till my next exit. it lists all the upcoming exists, but does not tell me what my next exit is and how many miles i have to go until them. For example, if I'm on route 280, and I need to take exit 10, it does not state how many miles i have till exit 10 and that is the next exit i need to take. it does not state for how long i will continue on the existing road. perhaps I'm missing something on how to use this but can't find any options.
If I need directions to get me somewhere in the shortest amount of time accounting for traffic, construction, etc, I just use the Waze app on my phone. The maps are better, current up to the moment, and it will always get you there the fastest. It will also automatically re-route you around accidents, traffic jams, point out current speed traps, etc. Also super easy to enter a destination as opposed to the clumsy Benz nav system.
Trending Topics
Member
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 185
Likes: 28
From: Southwest Florida
2013 GL450
for what its worth ... like most update of this nature, this should be user doable for free courtesy of MB ... already paid for the nav system ... MB should consider it an on-going cost and work with nav provider to provide to updates ...
MB World Stories
The Best of Mercedes & AMG
6 Mercedes Models That Did NOT Age Well (But Are Somehow Still Cool)
Verdad Gallardo
Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren
Verdad Gallardo
8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine
Verdad Gallardo
Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction
Verdad Gallardo
Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping
Verdad Gallardo
Member
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 185
Likes: 28
From: Southwest Florida
2013 GL450
Member
Joined: Jan 2003
Posts: 186
Likes: 10
From: Memphis, TN
04 CL & S600 designo Espresso's
While my 2014 GL350 is in the shop for new NOX sensor(s), I asked to have the Nav maps updated. They quoted me $289 for a 2017 edition disc, or for a download of the 2019 edition for $489. I went on to the MBNavupdate and for $150 I get v20, which says is 2020, but probably 2019 in actuality. Based on this post, I just ordered it today, so I will see how it goes.
