Updating the navigation data
General information
Navigation data are stored in the vehicle and can be updated.
Current navigation data and the authorization code are available from your service center.
► Depending on the data volume, a data update
may take several hours.
► Update during the trip to preserve battery.
► During the update, only the basic functions
of the navigation system are available.
► The status of the update can be viewed.
► The system restarts after the update.
► Remove the data carrier with the navigation
data after the update.
Professional navigation system:
performing an update
1. Insert the navigation DVD into the DVD
player with the labeled side facing up.
2. Follow the instructions on the Control Display.
3. Enter the navigation DVD authorization
code.
4. Change the DVD, if necessary.
After interrupting your trip, follow the instructions on the Control Display.
Viewing the status
1. 
Press the button.
2. "Navigation update"
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