How much does it cost to update Mazda firmware?

With Online Update, Mazda Connect updates (online update) are possible.

1.

Select System from the Settings.

2.

Select Software Update.

3.

Check the box for Automatically Check for Updates to turn it on and periodically check if there is software to be updated. If it is turned off, update checks are not done.

How much does it cost to update Mazda firmware?

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Select Check for Software Updates as shown on the screen above.

If there is a software version that can be updated, you can update it. Select Update, agree to the terms of use, and then begin the update.The update proceeds in the order of downloading and then installing.

How much does it cost to update Mazda firmware?
How much does it cost to update Mazda firmware?

When the installation is finished, switch the ignition OFF/power switch OFF once and then restart the engine to enable the latest software.

How much does it cost to update Mazda firmware?

  • Online Update cannot handle some updates. In this case, it is necessary to have a dealer do the update.
  • Mazda Connect can be used as normal even while an Online Update is being done.
    The Online Update proceeds in the background even while the navigation or an entertainment screen is displayed.
  • Even when downloading or installing updated software, the ignition switch/power switch can be switched OFF and the vehicle can be used as usual. The next time the ignition switch/power switch is switched ON, the Online Update will automatically proceed from where it was stopped.
  • The information and data you have set will not be deleted by the Online Update.

Mazda announced that Apple CarPlay™ integration for your iPhone® and Android Auto™ are now available as a dealer-installed update for applicable Mazda vehicles, model year 2014 or newer and equipped with MAZDA CONNECT™ infotainment system.

This dealer-installed update includes both hardware and software components. Applicable Mazda vehicles will be equipped with a more powerful, faster-charging 2.1-amp USB ports in addition to the latest version of MAZDA CONNECT™.

Both infotainment technologies first appeared this summer in the 2018 Mazda6 and are available in the 2019 Mazda CX-9 and 2019 Mazda CX-5.

Apple CarPlay™ integration for your iPhone® and Android Auto™ enable occupants to safely use smartphone applications through the MAZDA CONNECT™ infotainment system and help make staying connected and entertained effortless.With Mazda’s philosophy to minimize distracted driving, safer operations can be made with the multi-function Commander knob, shortcut buttons or voice command functions. This integration helps keep the driver’s hand and eyes away from their smartphone.

Customers with applicable Mazda vehicles can schedule an appointment (requires approximately two service hours) with their local Mazda dealerships to have the service performed. The upgrade has a suggested retail price of $199 (MSRP) + Labor.

Looks like there’s a new firmware, anyone try it yet?

74.00.230A

Changelog

***** MAZDA Firmware ALERT *****
from JUN 01, 2021

MAZDA (MZD) CONNECT, WHAT FIRMWARE DO I INSTALL..?

FOLLOW the .PDF INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 100%.

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'.up' Firmware used for All MAZDA-MZD CONNECT MODELS 2014-2021.
**NOT For first production CX-5 or Mazda 6 with TomTom Navigation**.

*NOT For MAZDA CX-30 or MX-30 or MAZDA 3 (BP) see the
"CONNECT II 2019~" Folder for their own '.kwi' firmware*.

***NOT For 2021 MAZDA CX-5 (KF) or MAZDA CX-9 (TC) see the
"CONNECT 1.5 from 2021~" Folder for their own 'kwi' firmware***.

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BEFORE you START, Switch CAR OFF,
Then Remove Navigation 'SD Card' and
LEAVE the SD Card OUT of the Car until
the FINAL File is Installed.
Then Car OFF again, then Insert SD Card.
Then start car.
Navigation will work as normal when using CONNECT.
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1. Your FIRST Install Procedure...

IF YOUR MAZDA has old FIRMWARE VERSION ON or BELOW 30.00.000
LIKE 23.00.000 or 25.00.150 or 28.00.300 or 29.00.100C
THEN YOU *MUST* UPDATE with Version Number 31.00.100A FIRST.
THIS IS A TWO (2) FILE INSTALLATION FOR YOUR REGION or COUNTRY.

31.00.100A-FAILSAFE.UP (First)
Then next Install
31.00.100A-REINSTALL.UP

Warning...!
DO NOT TURN OFF/ON or START ENGINE BETWEEN THIS
TWO FILE UPDATE, you INSTALL ONE after THE OTHER
DO NOT REMOVE USB FLASH DRIVE.

AFTER INSTALL RUN YOUR ''CONNECT'' IN CAR FOR
A FEW MINUTES,
THEN SHUTDOWN CAR FOR THE NEXT VERSION
TO INSTALL.
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2. Your NEXT Install Procedure...

IF YOUR MAZDA HAS FIRMWARE VERSION ON or BELOW 59.00.560A
LIKE 31.00.100A or 41.00.000 or 51.00.351 or
55.00.650 or 56.00.513 or 59.00.502A
THEN YOU *MUST* UPDATE with Verion Number 70.00.100A FIRST.
THIS IS A TWO (2) FILE INSTALLATION FOR YOUR REGION or COUNTRY.

70.00.100A-FAILSAFE.UP (First)
Then Install
70.00.100A-REINSTALL.UP

Warning...!
DO NOT TURN OFF/ON or START ENGINE BETWEEN THIS
TWO FILE UPDATE, you INSTALL ONE after THE OTHER
DO NOT REMOVE USB FLASH DRIVE.

AFTER INSTALL RUN YOUR ''CONNECT'' IN CAR FOR
A FEW MINUTES,
THEN SHUTDOWN CAR FOR THE LAST FINAL VERSION
TO INSTALL.

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3. Your FINAL Install Procedure is ONLY 1 (one) File now...

IF YOUR MAZDA HAS FIRMWARE VERSION ON or ABOVE 70.00.021A
LIKE 70.00.100A or 70.00.110 or or 70.00.150A or 70.00.335C or 70.00.367A
THEN YOU UPDATE to 74.00.230A for the LATEST FIRMWARE.

This is now a SINGLE FILE (1) ONLY INSTALLATION for
YOUR REGION or COUNTRY, MUST USE EITHER ONE of...

NA N_74.00.230A-UPDATE.UP (North America ONLY)
or
EU N_70.00.367A-UPDATE.UP (Europe/UK)
or
4A N_70.00.367A-UPDATE.UP (ADR, AU. NZ, ME, Asia)

THIS IS THE LATEST FIRMWARE CURRENTLY AVAILABLE.

INSTALLATION AS PER INSTRUCTIONS IN SERVER
''MAZDA FIRMWARE UPDATE PROCEDURE WORLDWIDE'' .Pdf

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ALL 7x.00.xxxx FIRMWARE INCLUDES the Software for
CAR PLAY + ANDROID-AUTO....But...
For the CP/AA CONVERSION TO ACTUALLY WORK IN YOUR MAZDA
You MUST HAVE THE TWO ''GENUINE MAZDA PARTS'' INSTALLED
AFTER any 7X.00.XXXX is installed and or WORKING in YOUR CAR FIRST.

More Information on How to get CP/AA Working Do the Following..
OPEN THE ''-CARPLAY-ANDROIDAUTO INSTALL'' FOLDER IN
THIS SERVER ON HOW TO DO THE GENUINE CONVERSION.

THERE ARE NO SHORT CUTS or OTHER BRAND PARTS...NONE, SO DO NOT ASK.

YOU MUST PURCHASE AND INSTALL THE TWO GENUINE MAZDA PARTS, LAST.

YOU CAN NOT SEPARATE THIS CARPLAY and or ANDROID-AUTO
PACKAGE AS THEY ARE BOTH INSTALLED WITH all 7x.00.xxx FIRMWARE.

CARPLAY and ADROID-AUTO WILL NEVER WORK WITHOUT THE
TWO ''GENUINE MAZDA PARTS'' Finally INSTALLED Last...PERIOD.

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WCP or Wireless Car Play is included in all 74.00.xxxx Firmware, BUT
You MUST aslo use a new 2021 CMU meant for WCP use price is over $999 USD.

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If 74.00.230A is not in this Server for your Region it means a copy is not yet available
for Your Region or Country in the wild, yet.

Can you upgrade Mazda infotainment system?

You can update your Mazda CX-5 infotainment system software via the multimedia display screen attached to the center console unit and by following the instructions below: Select the “SETTINGS” button from the home screen. Scroll until you find the “SYSTEMS” tab. Select it.

Can you add Apple CarPlay to Mazda 3?

Simply pair your compatible iPhone® with the wireless Apple CarPlay® on your new Mazda and control your media directly on your car's infotainment screen. If you have questions about any of the ways to connect Mazda3 Apple CarPlay®, you can give our dealership a call or review our Apple CarPlay® quick start guide.