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Old 03-14-2009, 07:56 AM
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Originally Posted by hunds02
Hey everyone, just a few days ago while i was driving to Baltimore, I've noticed on the map that some of the main roads i was driving on like interstates where not displaying on the map.
A scratched / diryt / faulty map disc can have errors in the disc sector containing the part of the map you were using.

This may be your problem.

Remedies:
Clean the disc
Run it through one of those "repairing" machines that remove scratches
Or replace the disc with a new one

Also, a weak laser may mean reading the disc is becoming more and more dificult for the nav. If the fault continues with a new disc, try then replacing the laser.
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Old 03-14-2009, 01:47 PM
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I have not seen this problem on my X3 and X5 but I do think it's not a map problem. It seems the receiver is not working and not getting the correct location. I have no idea how to troubleshoot or fix the problem. For me it would mean a visit to a dealer.

I do have GPS software on my phone, for situation like this.
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Old 03-15-2009, 03:38 AM
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You can easily confirm the GPS receiver

Does it show green satellites on the little globe symbol on the screen? Greeb = signal being received.

Is the GPS position correct? Write down and compare with Google Earth

IS the GPS signal strong enough?
Look at the S/N levels in Service Mode. between 10 and 15 for at least 3 satellites is normal
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Old 03-15-2009, 04:58 AM
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If your close by a dealership borrow a copy from them and drive around for a bit and see what happens
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