General update information
Updates can be done directly to the vehicle through a cell phone Internet connection or from a computer with a USB flash drive.
The system's maps are divided into a number of fixed regions. When updates are done, it is not necessary to update all of the regions at the same time but instead can be done for a specific region or several regions.
One or several regions can be updated from the vehicle's Internet connection. However, for major updates, a computer and a USB flash drive are recommended.
If an itinerary covers several regions, they should all have the same version number to enable the system to calculate the best route to the destination(s).
Updating the map structure
Changing the map structure may sometimes be necessary, e.g., if a region is added or if a large region is divided into smaller ones. If this is the case, normal updates may not be possible and a message will be displayed explaining what has happened.
In this situation, the entire map must be reinstalled from a USB flash drive. For additional information, go to support.volvocars.com or contact a Volvo retailer.
Updating navigation system software
In addition to the maps, the system's software is being steadily developed and has to be updated occasionally. This may mean that newly downloaded map information may not be supported by the navigation system's software. If this happens, a message will be displayed indicating that the software needs to be updated. This can be done by a Volvo retailer or from a USB flash drive.
See the section "Software version" in the article "System settings."
Updates from the vehicle's Internet connection or from a USB flash drive
For detailed information, see the articles "Map updates with an Internet connection" and "Map updates from the computer with a USB flash drive."
FAQs
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Can the map database be changed, e.g., from Europe to North America? | Yes, with certain exceptions. Contact a Volvo retailer for up-to-date information. |
| How long do map updates take? | This depends on the size of the file(s) and the speed of the Internet connection. Information about the size of the update (in Mb) will be displayed. |
| How big is an update? | This varies from market to market. Go to support.volvocars.com or consult a Volvo retailer. |
| Updating has not worked. What should I do? | Try the Volvo Cars support site (support.volvocars.com) or contact a Volvo retailer. |