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Old Apr 20, 2026 | 10:19 AM
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Firmware update?
I have a 2012 R57, is there a way to update the OEM headunit's Firmware and navigation? Pic for attention.
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Getting a lot of looks but no comments, I'm assuming updating the factory headunit's firmware isnt a thing?
 
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...I'm assuming updating the factory headunit's firmware isnt a thing?
It really isn't
 
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Interesting, is it due to not having access to the files or nav data?
 
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I've just never seen or heard of it being done. I think the hardware is the limitation.

There are aftermarket units that will swap in to give you the updated Android Auto / CarPlay experience.
https://www.ecstuning.com/b-bremmen-...o/002480brp15/



 
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Oh nice! ill look into those, thanks!
 
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+1 for the cars with factory NAV or Full display you will need the gray box style.

https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...men-parts.html

CIC looks like your systems https://www.ecstuning.com/b-bremmen-...1954la02-03~a/


On the firmware update, that's a MINI dealer thing and they can check it for you.

 
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Nice, I saw these too. I like what @njaremka posted too I would think you would lose some factory stuff though right? like tpms reset and options like that?
 
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