Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Overview - Navigation System
The navigation system is available as pre-installed navigation equipment versions "ready 4 nav" (7UH), Navigation Standard (7UF) and MMI Navigation plus (7UG).
The navigation system is part of the Information Electronics Control Module 1 -J794- inside the glove compartment.
On the pre-installed navigation "ready 4 nav" (7UH), all components are installed for navigation (Information Electronics Control Module 1 -J794- with GPS Antenna -R50-). The SD memory card does not contain the navigation data.
On the pre-installed navigation "ready 4 nav" (7UH), all components are installed for navigation (Information Electronics Control Module 1 -J794- with GPS Antenna -R50-). The navigation data is not provided on the SD card and the software-side activation is in the Information Electronics Control Module 1 -J794-.
For the MMI navigation plus (7UG), the navigation data is stored on an internal hard drive disc (HDD).
Fault Finding is performed using the "Guided Fault Finding"Β on the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
Repairing antenna wires. Refer to ANTENNA WIRES, REPAIRING .
- GPS Antenna -R50- in the Roof Antenna -R216-, 3-door and 5-door vehicles, Sedan
- GPS Antenna -R50- in the instrument panel, Cabriolet
- Front Information Display Control Head -J685- in Center of the Instrument Panel
- Information Electronics Control Module 1 -J794- in the Glove Compartment
- MOST Bus
- Digital Sound System Control Module -J525- under the Left Front Seat
- External Multimedia Device Connection in Center Console Storage Compartment
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.