Having accurate speed limit information, on demand, is crucial if you want to avoid unwanted tickets or accidents. The module takes the speed limit information from your MINI Cooper navigation system, and shows it right on the dashboard. So even when you're on a long drive, you'll always know how hard you can go on the gas pedal.
You don't want to be caught out by a recent road reclassification. Your map also makes it easy to find local attractions and places to eat. Need to stop off in Walmart for refreshments on a long drive? Just ask the Connected system for directions to the nearest store. It's also a great option if you don't know the exact address of your destination. With the navigation screen open, all it takes is opening the interactive map view on the side menu, moving to the area you're interested in with the center controller, and you'll be able to see nearby points of interest.
Exactly which establishments you see is, of course, going to depend on your map version, so having the latest to hand means you won't have problems finding your way to a new store.
For all-electric vehicles like the MINI Cooper SE, you're also going to want a quick and easy way to find the nearest public charging station, so you know where to top up your car as you head off to grab some groceries.
The latest maps include information about public charging locations, so finding one is just as easy as finding a gas station, whether you're using the dashboard navigation or your MINI or BMW app. Whatever juice your MINI is running on, the latest maps make sure you'll never run out of steam on a long drive. For a little extra help, you can also turn to the Green Driving Assistant. When planning your route through your MINI Electric's navigation system, Green Driving Assistant will let you know if your vehicle has the charge required to reach your destination.
If not, it will help you reroute to an alternative option that will use up less battery charge, or help you plan a route that takes in a stop at a charging station along the way. With information about each charging station, it couldn't be easier to plan a quick, convenient and reliable route.
Being away from your MINI doesn't have to mean being away from its navigation system. You'll then be able to check your vehicle's status, lock it remotely and book a service appointment, all remotely. To make navigation easier, it's also easy to plan a trip in the app, and see the full route and anticipated time.
When you're happy, the 'Send to my MINI' button does exactly what it says it will, setting the route up on your MINI Connected system, ready to start turn-by-turn navigation as soon as you set off.
As well as helping you get from A to B, you'll also find places to stop off for a snack or fill up your car, as well as avoiding speeding fines when local speed limits change. What could be simpler than that? To make it easier to find your way back home, you can permanently store your home address in the MINI Connected system.
On the navigation menu where you enter the address you want to navigate to , just hit 'Enter new destination'. You'll be able to add your home address, and can then even use voice commands to set up a route back home, wherever you are.
As well as your home address, you can also save points of interest, or manage your contacts. Whenever you're navigating to an address you visit frequently, it's as simple as picking the desired address from the list of saved destinations. With the latest map data saved to a USB stick, just plug it into your car.
You will be prompted to enter an FSC activation code to complete installation. When buying a map update from BimmerTech, you'll receive both the map data and the required activation code, so you can be sure your map will update successfully. Customer Reviews. No Stripe account necessary. Most orders are processed in 1 business day! Play Video. Ordered the ready-to-install USB online and it worked like a charm.
Very pleased with the outcome, and was surprised how easy it is to update maps by yourself. Five stars from me! Frequently Asked Questions. Can't find an answer? Send us your question by filling the form below. Do the map upgrade void my warranty? Do I require any special skills to upgrade? What is FSC code?
What is life time map upgrade? What if the upgrade does not work? Order Your Bimmer Maps. Part of the reason is the fact that roads are always changing. New roads are being built, old roads are being closed or rerouted, two-way streets are being turned into one-way streets.
The last thing you want your navigation system to do is send you down a street that hasn't existed for five years, or let you spend an hour weaving through an unfamiliar town when there's a shiny new bypass that could cut your journey time in half.
Approximately , miles of new roads are added every year, so updating your maps means your navigation system is going to work a lot better. Earlier map versions can include mistakes even Google Maps has a few streets that exist in principle, but in reality are just empty fields , and each subsequent map version is going to iron out more of these issues.
What's more, over , points of interest are added to the maps each year, including restaurants, gas stations and attractions. If you're in an unfamiliar area and want to stop off for a bite to eat, having the latest maps on your iDrive will make it easier to use the interactive map to find out what options you have around you.
To check the map version in your BMW, go to your iDrive navigation view, open the settings menu and scroll down to Navigation system version. You will see the region, map version and year of your current map.
If it's more than a year old, it's time to update. What is an FSC Code? There are 2 versions available.
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