Navigation System - Operating Software Update
Group 84
Phone,
Navigation Systems
Bulletin Number
84 01 97
Woodcliff Lake, NJ
411
May 1998
Product Engineering
This Service Information bulletin supersedes S.I. 84 01 97 dated December 1997 which should be removed and discarded from your S.I binder.
*The only change in this bulletin is the usage of the new Operating Software Disc CD V 08.*
*If software was already upgraded by using CD's V 7.3 or V 05, do not repeat the procedure by using V 08.*
Changes to this revision are identified by asterisks.
PERFORM THE PROCEDURE OUTLINED IN THIS SERVICE INFORMATION ON ALL AFFECTED VEHICLES THE NEXT TIME THEY
ARE IN THE SHOP FOR MAINTENANCE OR REPAIRS.
This Service Information should also be provided to the Sales Department.
SUBJECT:
BMW Navigation System CD V 08-Operating Software for Mark I System
MODEL:
E38, E39
*Information:
The new CD BMW Navigation V 08 is going to be distributed to every retail center through the Automatic Tool Shipment Program. The part
number remains the same: 59 9 789 299, index has been changed to "j".
CD V 08 contains the following operating software:
Software version Application
7.3 Mark I-E39/E38 (up to 9/97)
2.2 Mark II-E39/E38 (from 9/97)
2.1 Radio Navigation-E46 (from 3/99)
The Navigation Computer automatically recognizes the required version when the software is loaded.
Previously released Navigation Software CD's (V 6.5, V 7.3, V 05) should be discarded.*
Situation:
The operating software for the Mark I Nav System Computer has been revised. The original operating software carried version designation 6.5
which was updated in production as of approximately May 1997 to version 7.0. While version 7.0 contained many system enhancements, it did not
eliminate various software problems. Version 7.3 (contained in CD V 08) addressed these software problems.
The operating software in the navigation computer and in the video module can be updated by means of the CD ROM drive of the navigation
computer.
Customers who own an affected vehicle, have been informed in 09/97 by the data base supplier Nav Tech, to arrange an appointment for an update
of the system. This update is going to be performed free of charge to the customers, because of the software errors in the existing versions 6.5 or 7.0.
Any future updates of the operating system software which represent system enhancements will be offered to customers as an optional customer pay
upgrade item.
The operating software CD is for workshop use only and must not be given to customers. Every retailer will be supplied with two operating software
CD V 08.
Affected Vehicles:
All E38, E39 with Navigation System Mk I, software versions V 6.5 and V 7.0 (option 609), from start of series production up to September 1,
1997.
(Later production vehicles are equipped with the Navigation System Mk II at the factory).
In order to determine if a specific vehicle is affected by this Service Action, it will be necessary to utilize the "Service Menu" of the DCS (Dealer
Communication System). Based on the response of the system, either proceed with the corrective action or take no further action.
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The Chassis Number Ranges illustrated are only for informational purposes and are not to be considered the only deciding factor
Additional Information:
Customers will be informed about the update by the letter from Nav Tech.
The improvements may only be obtained when loading both, the updated map CD (already distributed to customers by Nav. Tech.) and the updated
operating software.
*Parts Information:
Part Number Qty Description
01 59 9 789 299 1 CD-ROM V 08*
Index "j"
Service Action Label Instructions:
This Service Action has been assigned code number 205. After the vehicle has been checked, and corrected if necessary, obtain a label (SD 92-090)
and:
a) emboss your BMW dealer warranty number in the middle of the label (1);
b) punch out code number 205 printed on the label and,
c) affix the label to the B pillar as shown.
If the vehicle already has a label from a previous Service Action/Recall Campaign, affix the new label next to the old one. Do not affix one label on
top of another one because a number from an underlying label could appear in the punched-out hole of the new label.
Warranty Information:
Covered under the terms of the BMW New Car Limited Warranty. Reimbursement for this action will be provided through Campaign Entry.
Special Defect Code: 00 65 12 01 00
Work Package # 1: Loading SW 7.3 for Mk I Navigation System
Labor Operation: 00 51 896
Labor Allowance: 3 FRU
Procedure
Procedure:
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Turn the ignition key to terminal R (ignition key in position 1).
NOTE:
Do not cycle the key or perform diagnosis while installing the new software. Make sure that the power supply is stable, i.e. do not switch on any
electrical loads. Activate "GPS-Navigation" and acknowledge the screen disclaimer by pushing the rotary knob.
Remove the map CD from the Navigation computer by pressing the eject button.
Note:
It may be the case in some vehicles that the CD sticks in the drive when ejected, due to a piece of a plastic "flash" on the edge of the CD. You
can release the CD by knocking lightly on the front panel. It will then be ejected.
Insert the Software CD V 08 into the navigation computer.
The CD-ROM bears the PN. 01 59 9 789 299 Index "j".
Important:
Do no turn off the ignition key during the software loading, it can cause a fault in the navigation computer. In this case it may be necessary to
replace the navigation computer.
The monitor will be gray for approx. 20-30 seconds, the message "BITTE WARTEN" (please wait) will appear to be followed by the BMW roundel
which will be "filled in" clockwise to show the progress of loading (approx. 3-4 minutes).
Note:
If the roundel does not appear after you have inserted the Software CD, the latest operating software has already been loaded in the navigation
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computer and video module. The monitor will be gray for up to 20 sec. The message "BITTE WARTEN" will appear. The CD will then be
ejected.
Once loading has been completed, a message (see Illustration)
"software has been loaded" is displayed.
Now first remove the CD and then confirm completion of loading by pressing the rotary push-button on the on board monitor. The MENU will be
displayed again.
Note:
It is not necessary to recalibrate the navigation system.
Reinsert the customer's map CD into the navigation computer after the menu display appears.
