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[UNCC_BRZ]

I know there are tons of prior threads to this topic, but instead of bumping an old thread, I just decided to make a new one.

My question is, are there ANY free map updates? Or is the only ones available the newest one (being the 2015/2016) update, or is there a way to get the 2014 update free now that it is a year obsolete... I just bought my 2013, and it still has the 2011 Q1 maps....which is just sad.

[pfaffendorn]

Originally Posted by UNCC_BRZ

My question is, are there ANY free map updates?

The answer is YES.

My used 2014 BRZ had maps from 2012 (not so bad as your copy), but in 2015 the 2013-2014 update was free. It looks like the upgrades are on a two year cycle, meaning in 2017, we'll probably be offered a free upgrade to 2015-2016.

Pop your SD card out of the head unit (be sure everything is turned off) and "navigate" your desktop or laptop computer to Subaru-na.Naviextras.com, sign up and then plug in your SD card. Under "Upgrades" you'll find what you've got and what you're eligible to download.

You will then have a modded sports car! Enjoy!

PS: If you're already tinkering with software, you have probably already discovered that the nav unit is not so bad, and the stereo can be equalized to sound pretty good (especially if you spring the $11/month for SiriusXM). Have fun with your new Subiota -- I love mine!

[UNCC_BRZ]

Originally Posted by pfaffendorn

The answer is YES.

My used 2014 BRZ had maps from 2012 (not so bad as your copy), but in 2015 the 2013-2014 update was free. It looks like the upgrades are on a two year cycle, meaning in 2017, we'll probably be offered a free upgrade to 2015-2016.

Pop your SD card out of the head unit (be sure everything is turned off) and "navigate" your desktop or laptop computer to Subaru-na.Naviextras.com, sign up and then plug in your SD card. Under "Upgrades" you'll find what you've got and what you're eligible to download.

You will then have a modded sports car! Enjoy!

PS: If you're already tinkering with software, you have probably already discovered that the nav unit is not so bad, and the stereo can be equalized to sound pretty good (especially if you spring the $11/month for SiriusXM). Have fun with your new Subiota -- I love mine!

Awesome thanks, and yes I am looking forward to my first "mod" even though it should be standard.....

[ls1ac]

I went to the site and all I found was 150 to do an upgrade
what am I missing??

[Summerwolf]

@pfaffendorn - That was well worth reading. I had no idea, honestly.

[ryoma]

you can also get a list of speed cameras/red light cameras and upload it to your SD card. then enable the alerts in your head unit and you will be alerted whenever you go near a speed or red light camera. you can also see an icon if you have your navigation screen open. there was a thread about it, but I forgot what it was called.

[zc06_kisstherain]

Originally Posted by pfaffendorn

The answer is YES.

My used 2014 BRZ had maps from 2012 (not so bad as your copy), but in 2015 the 2013-2014 update was free. It looks like the upgrades are on a two year cycle, meaning in 2017, we'll probably be offered a free upgrade to 2015-2016.

Pop your SD card out of the head unit (be sure everything is turned off) and "navigate" your desktop or laptop computer to Subaru-na.Naviextras.com, sign up and then plug in your SD card. Under "Upgrades" you'll find what you've got and what you're eligible to download.

You will then have a modded sports car! Enjoy!

PS: If you're already tinkering with software, you have probably already discovered that the nav unit is not so bad, and the stereo can be equalized to sound pretty good (especially if you spring the $11/month for SiriusXM). Have fun with your new Subiota -- I love mine!

Nope. it's not there $150 or stuck with old map

Originally Posted by ls1ac

I went to the site and all I found was 150 to do an upgrade
what am I missing??

you didnt miss anything. i get the same message. i just re-checked as soon as i saw FREE

[Gunman]

All I see at https://subaru-na.naviextras.com/ is that I have the old 13.04.2013 maps, and anything newer (2015/2016) is $149.99

[Gunman]

Originally Posted by ryoma

you can also get a list of speed cameras/red light cameras and upload it to your SD card. then enable the alerts in your head unit and you will be alerted whenever you go near a speed or red light camera. you can also see an icon if you have your navigation screen open. there was a thread about it, but I forgot what it was called.

http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showt...=speed+cameras

Link do the camera data isn't working.

[UNCC_BRZ]

Originally Posted by pfaffendorn

The answer is YES.

My used 2014 BRZ had maps from 2012 (not so bad as your copy), but in 2015 the 2013-2014 update was free. It looks like the upgrades are on a two year cycle, meaning in 2017, we'll probably be offered a free upgrade to 2015-2016.

Pop your SD card out of the head unit (be sure everything is turned off) and "navigate" your desktop or laptop computer to Subaru-na.Naviextras.com, sign up and then plug in your SD card. Under "Upgrades" you'll find what you've got and what you're eligible to download.

You will then have a modded sports car! Enjoy!

PS: If you're already tinkering with software, you have probably already discovered that the nav unit is not so bad, and the stereo can be equalized to sound pretty good (especially if you spring the $11/month for SiriusXM). Have fun with your new Subiota -- I love mine!

I cant get the stupid Toolbox program to read my card....its still under warranty, maybe they will update it if I delete the program haha

[carczar87]

Originally Posted by UNCC_BRZ

I cant get the stupid Toolbox program to read my card....its still under warranty, maybe they will update it if I delete the program haha

Try it out and let us know what happens!

[pfaffendorn]

Originally Posted by ls1ac

what am I missing??

It's hard for me to say. Could it be that the version you have on your card is too new for a free upgrade? Are you all registered and plugged in on the site? I have to admit I had to snoop around to find the free upgrade when I did it for the first time -- but it should be there somewhere after you click on "Upgrades" on the left side of the screen. Also, in the list of available versions, free and for pay, you have to select your car model and model year. Good Luck!

[pfaffendorn]

Originally Posted by Gunman

All I see at https://subaru-na.naviextras.com/ is that I have the old 13.04.2013 maps, and anything newer (2015/2016) is $149.99

Two years at a time are in each upgrade. Your "old" version is actually for 2013 and 2014 and is the latest version that is for free. I am guessing, but I think to get the 2015-2016 for free we have to wait until 2017. Let us know if something different happens!

[pfaffendorn]

Originally Posted by UNCC_BRZ

I cant get the stupid Toolbox program to read my card....its still under warranty, maybe they will update it if I delete the program haha

That's a mystery to me. I know the website wasn't exactly the most user-friendly, but I just used it once, so I'm no expert. I did put my card in again today just so I wouldn't be talking completely through my hat, and I didn't get anywhere because I already had the latest free update. Did you see anything like that?