2012 Nav map update IS FINALLY HERE!

ocfoilist · 04-02-2012, 10:37 AM

I took the plunge and ordered the map update, which will be installed tomorrow. I asked the dealer about a possible firmware update for the nav system as well. At first he didn't understand what firmware was. Then he came back and said that there was no update for 2009 - a brand new system in 2010 and updates for that one, but no update for 2009. I definitely have Bluetooth quality issues so I asked if anything would ever be done for us 2009 folks. He said the nav system used for the 2009 was now outdated and that Nissan has no plans to maintain or update it.

Roadster4Us · 04-02-2012, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by ocfoilist

I took the plunge and ordered the map update, which will be installed tomorrow. I asked the dealer about a possible firmware update for the nav system as well. At first he didn't understand what firmware was. Then he came back and said that there was no update for 2009 - a brand new system in 2010 and updates for that one, but no update for 2009. I definitely have Bluetooth quality issues so I asked if anything would ever be done for us 2009 folks. He said the nav system used for the 2009 was now outdated and that Nissan has no plans to maintain or update it.

Check out the TSB thread here, there are several that deal with updates for the 2009 Nav unit. I hate it when customers have to show people how to do their job.

Roadster4Us · 04-02-2012, 11:23 AM

Here is the thread.

370Z Technical Service Bulletins (TSB) / Recalls - Nissan 370Z Forum

ocfoilist · 04-08-2012, 12:56 AM

@Roadster4us: Unfortunately, there are several firmware and software updates for the 2010 and later models but no updates for the 2009. According to the dealer, the 2010 and later models come with a different software and hardware package and, although similar, they are not compatible with the 2009 models.

As far as I understand, they put the system into the 2009 while the "new" system was under development, then changed over in 2010 and dumped the "old" one (meaning that they do not support it any longer). So while there are updates for newer vehicles, none of them apply to the 2009 model.

It is possible to upgrade the entire navigation system in the 2009's to the newer system but it involves completely new hardware and is, as I understand it, very expensive (as in basically a brand new nav unit).

If anyone has concrete information to the contrary, I am all ears! I would love to have an update to my system but the people I have spoken to at Nissan so far have all said the same thing: no updates for 2009 and no plans to update anything ever again.

Roadster4Us · 04-08-2012, 08:41 AM

I did some searching around and it looks like what you found out is correct. Sorry about that.

ocfoilist · 04-11-2012, 02:33 PM

No worries - it's all good. Just bummed about the situation. It's not worth putting the new nav unit in due to the high cost and it's a bit disappointing that they did not consider a reasonable upgrade path for the 2009's. Oh well...I guess we just live with it.

spiderman · 04-14-2012, 02:42 PM

I have a 2009 370Z. I just got a letter from Nissan stating that my Nav system needs to be updated to the new version. Thru June 30th, they are doing a special offer for $99, regularly $149. You get a map activation code and then take it to Nissan Dealer and they complete the update install (where installation fees apply). Not sure how much but this service should be free. Any help or suggestions would be appreciated.

LunaZ · 07-11-2015, 06:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ocfoilist

@Roadster4us: Unfortunately, there are several firmware and software updates for the 2010 and later models but no updates for the 2009. According to the dealer, the 2010 and later models come with a different software and hardware package and, although similar, they are not compatible with the 2009 models.

As far as I understand, they put the system into the 2009 while the "new" system was under development, then changed over in 2010 and dumped the "old" one (meaning that they do not support it any longer). So while there are updates for newer vehicles, none of them apply to the 2009 model.

It is possible to upgrade the entire navigation system in the 2009's to the newer system but it involves completely new hardware and is, as I understand it, very expensive (as in basically a brand new nav unit).

If anyone has concrete information to the contrary, I am all ears! I would love to have an update to my system but the people I have spoken to at Nissan so far have all said the same thing: no updates for 2009 and no plans to update anything ever again.

I wonder if you could find a 2010 and up NAV out of a wrecked car?

04-02-2012, 10:37 AM	#1 (permalink)
ocfoilist Base Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 202 Drives: 09 Blue 6m 370zT/S/N Rep Power: 17	I took the plunge and ordered the map update, which will be installed tomorrow. I asked the dealer about a possible firmware update for the nav system as well. At first he didn't understand what firmware was. Then he came back and said that there was no update for 2009 - a brand new system in 2010 and updates for that one, but no update for 2009. I definitely have Bluetooth quality issues so I asked if anything would ever be done for us 2009 folks. He said the nav system used for the 2009 was now outdated and that Nissan has no plans to maintain or update it. __________________ Proud owner of a new 167.2 inch, 3278 lb baby Z! Stillen CBE & G3 Intake // Stillen Lightweight pulley // Stillen Oil Cooler // Goodridge Braided Stainless Steel Brake Lines // ACT HDSS Clutch& Alum Flywheel

04-02-2012, 11:23 AM	#3 (permalink)
Roadster4Us A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2011 Location: Stafford, VA Posts: 1,328 Drives: 2013 ZL1 Rep Power: 17	Here is the thread. 370Z Technical Service Bulletins (TSB) / Recalls - Nissan 370Z Forum __________________ Greg 2013 Camaro ZL1

04-08-2012, 12:56 AM	#4 (permalink)
ocfoilist Base Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 202 Drives: 09 Blue 6m 370zT/S/N Rep Power: 17	@Roadster4us: Unfortunately, there are several firmware and software updates for the 2010 and later models but no updates for the 2009. According to the dealer, the 2010 and later models come with a different software and hardware package and, although similar, they are not compatible with the 2009 models. As far as I understand, they put the system into the 2009 while the "new" system was under development, then changed over in 2010 and dumped the "old" one (meaning that they do not support it any longer). So while there are updates for newer vehicles, none of them apply to the 2009 model. It is possible to upgrade the entire navigation system in the 2009's to the newer system but it involves completely new hardware and is, as I understand it, very expensive (as in basically a brand new nav unit). If anyone has concrete information to the contrary, I am all ears! I would love to have an update to my system but the people I have spoken to at Nissan so far have all said the same thing: no updates for 2009 and no plans to update anything ever again. __________________ Proud owner of a new 167.2 inch, 3278 lb baby Z! Stillen CBE & G3 Intake // Stillen Lightweight pulley // Stillen Oil Cooler // Goodridge Braided Stainless Steel Brake Lines // ACT HDSS Clutch& Alum Flywheel

04-08-2012, 08:41 AM	#5 (permalink)
Roadster4Us A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2011 Location: Stafford, VA Posts: 1,328 Drives: 2013 ZL1 Rep Power: 17	I did some searching around and it looks like what you found out is correct. Sorry about that. __________________ Greg 2013 Camaro ZL1

04-11-2012, 02:33 PM	#6 (permalink)
ocfoilist Base Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 202 Drives: 09 Blue 6m 370zT/S/N Rep Power: 17	No worries - it's all good. Just bummed about the situation. It's not worth putting the new nav unit in due to the high cost and it's a bit disappointing that they did not consider a reasonable upgrade path for the 2009's. Oh well...I guess we just live with it. __________________ Proud owner of a new 167.2 inch, 3278 lb baby Z! Stillen CBE & G3 Intake // Stillen Lightweight pulley // Stillen Oil Cooler // Goodridge Braided Stainless Steel Brake Lines // ACT HDSS Clutch& Alum Flywheel

04-14-2012, 02:42 PM	#7 (permalink)
spiderman Base Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Ellicott City, MD Posts: 57 Drives: PG Touring/Sport/6M Rep Power: 269	I have a 2009 370Z. I just got a letter from Nissan stating that my Nav system needs to be updated to the new version. Thru June 30th, they are doing a special offer for $99, regularly $149. You get a map activation code and then take it to Nissan Dealer and they complete the update install (where installation fees apply). Not sure how much but this service should be free. Any help or suggestions would be appreciated. __________________ *grateful to be alive ... grateful to drive!*

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