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Map updates from a computer with a USB flash drive

This article describes the procedure for downloading map information from the Internet to a USB flash drive and then transferring the downloaded information from the flash drive to the vehicle.

Preparations

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Computer/USB update procedure

USB flash drive

For use in updates, a USB flash drive has to meet the following requirements:

ParameterRequirement
USB standard (1.0/2.0/3.0):At least 2.0
File system (Ext2/NTFS/FAT32):FAT32
Capacity (8/16/32/64 GB):The file size varies from market to market. See the file size under "Detailed information" for your market at the Volvo Cars support site (support.volvocars.com).

Determining the current map version

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    Tap Download Center in the center display's App view.
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    Tap the down arrow to expand the region.
    Detailed map information will be displayed.
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    Make note of the map information.

Downloading maps from the Internet to a USB flash drive

A USB flash drive and the note of the map information are required.
  1. From a computer connected to the Internet, go to Volvo Cars support site at: support.volvocars.com.
  2. Select the maps, vehicle model and model year.
  3. Tap the region to be updated.
    A map with the most recent information for the region will be displayed.
  4. Verify that this information is newer than the version in the vehicle.
  5. Connect a USB flash drive to the computer and download the update.

The amount of time for the download varies according to the size of the file and the speed of the Internet connection.

Transferring the updated maps from the USB drive to the vehicle

This transfer may take between 30–60 minutes depending on the file size. This must be done with the navigation or infotainment systems activated.

If the engine is not running, it may be necessary to connect a battery charger to avoid discharging the start battery. An update can also be done while driving.

During a complete map database download, certain infotainment system functions may not be available or have limited functionality:

  • Navigation
  • Voice commands
  • Information/media stored on the vehicle's hard drive

Updating

  1. Activate the infotainment or navigation system.
  2. Connect the USB drive to the vehicle's USB socket in the tunnel console.
  3. The navigation system will automatically detect any available updates. The entire map database update's progress will be displayed on the screen as %.

    When individual regions are updated, the update will start immediately.

    To start an update of the entire map database, tap Confirm or Cancel to stop the installation.

  4. Tap Confirm. The update of the entire database will begin and progress information will be shown on the center display.
  5. The center display will indicate when the update has been completed. Remove the USB drive from the socket.
  6. Verify that the correct map information has been transferred by repeating the procedure in "Determining the current map version."

Interruptions

If an update is interrupted, an explanatory text will always appear on the center display.

What happens if...Answer
...the infotainment system is turned off while an update is in progress?The process will pause and will continue automatically when the system is reactivated.
...the USB flash drive is removed from the USB socket while an update is in progress?The process will pause and will continue automatically when the USB drive is reconnected to the USB socket.

For additional information, see the Volvo Cars support site (support.volvocars.com) or contact a Volvo retailer.

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