The Following is Needed to Perform the Map Update:
- 16 GB USB Drive Only
The Honda Navigation System update requires a 16GB USB flash drive. Using a USB flash drive smaller or larger than 16GB can cause the map update process to be unsuccessful. The following error message may display: "There is not enough space on the device to install the map update from USB storage device."
- Using the Same USB Flash Drive for the Honda Map Update
- High-speed Internet connection
- Up to 4 hours of time (Computer and Vehicle). The map download time varies based on Internet connection speed and map region.
- The map installation will take up to one hour in the vehicle but may vary based on the map region being installed.
- During this update, your Honda navigation system must not be turned off. Therefore, the engine must be running while the vehicle is parked outside or in a well-ventilated area. Before getting started, familiarize yourself with and follow all applicable laws in your area. Please contact your dealer with any questions or concerns.
NOTE: You cannot use the same map download for multiple Honda navigation systems. Doing this will result in a locked navigation device.
Map Update Instructions:
On the Computer
1. Follow the steps in Formatting a USB Drive for a Honda Navigation System
- NOTE: Steps 1 and 9 (using Garmin Express) must be done within 24 hours of each other when performing the map update. The update process will need to be restarted from the beginning if they are not completed within 24 hours.
2. Take the USB drive to your vehicle
In your Vehicle
The following steps are required in order to imprint a unique ID to the flash drive
3. With the vehicle turned off, plug the 16 GB USB drive into the vehicle's USB port
- 2019 and 2020 vehicles - Any USB port in the vehicle can be used.
- 2021 and newer vehicles - The USB port in the front console must be used.
4. Turn on the vehicle and Select the Menu Button (3 dots) on the map screen
5. Select Settings
6. Select Map and Vehicle
7. Scroll down and select Map Updates
8. Select Start Update Process
9. Select OK and wait 60 seconds before removing the USB drive from the USB port
- If you do not see this message, verify the USB drive is 16GB and is formatted to FAT32. Formatting a USB Drive for a Honda Navigation System
10. Remove the USB drive from the USB port in your vehicle and take the USB drive back to your computer
On the Computer
11. Plug the USB drive into your computer
12. Open Garmin Express
- See How Do I Install Garmin Express? for instructions.
13. Select Add a Device
- If you've previously added your device to Garmin Express, select on your device.
- The green dot means Garmin Express recognizes the device.
- If you've previously added your device to Garmin Express, select on your device.
14. Select Add a Device
15. Select Next
- If desired, enter your email address to register the device and receive map update notifications.
16. Select Next
- If desired, enter a nickname for your vehicle
17. Select Install or See Pricing
- Information about the available update can be found by clicking View Details
18. Safely remove the USB drive from the computer once the update process is completed and take the USB drive back to your vehicle
In your Vehicle
19. Turn on the vehicle
- The engine must be running while the vehicle is parked outside or in a well-ventilated area. Before getting started, familiarize yourself with and follow all applicable laws in your area.
20. Plug the USB drive into the same USB port used earlier in your vehicle
21. Select the Menu Button (3 dots) on the map screen
22. Select Settings
23. Select Map and Vehicle
24. Scroll down and select Map Updates
25. Select Start Update Process
26. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the map update
To Verify the Maps Were Successfully Installed:
In your Vehicle
1. Select the Menu button (3 dots) on the map screen
2. Select Settings
3. Select Map and Vehicle
4. Select myMaps
The map region and version will display on the screen.