Navigation issue with new CX-5

[erhayes]

I just picked up a new CX-5 Premium Plus Turbo. I went to exchange my sim card from my 2022 CX-5 to the new CX-5 and it doesn't fit. The 2025 has a different plug-in type. The dealer was NO help. That sure is taking the JOY from my new Mazda. I'm not sure what to do now?

 

[wlong01]

Aren't all SIM cards the same configuration, same size, etc. They look the same on Amazon.

 

[N7turbo]

Did you mean SD Card?

As far as I know, they are not transferrable between vehicles, even if they do fit.

 

[ADS-B]

You will have to acquire a new SD card for your 2025. Every SD card pairs ( within the first 10-20 miles or so) with the car's VIN number so it's impossible to transfer it to a different car.

 

[meridian28]

Get a Mazda (non-OEM) SD navigation card on the web for $35.

 

[CrazyHippie]

https://www.amazon.com (commissions earned)

 

[gazelle]

Hey! Doesn't is project driving directions from Carplay/AndroidAuto on HUD, starting 2024?
Why would you need the built-in navigation? (I thought its only benefit was HUD projection)

 

[ADS-B]

Hey! Doesn't is project driving directions from Carplay/AndroidAuto on HUD, starting 2024?
Why would you need the built-in navigation? (I thought its only benefit was HUD projection)

It does but the speed limit is missing, it comes from the native nav. One other benefit I see from the native navigation system is the reliability. You have continuous satellite connection, while Car Play/ Android depends on the cellular network. If you drive in the middle of nowhere with no signal, the Google map is useless. And I can think of another reason: less stress on your cellphone.

 

[ADS-B]

I just ordered an SD card from e-bay, I should get it one of these days. The part number for 2025 CX-5 is KMV6-66-EZ1 or KMV666EZ1 etc

Navigation System, SD Card

 

[N7turbo]

It does but the speed limit is missing, it comes from the native nav. One other benefit I see from the native navigation system is the reliability. You have continuous satellite connection, while Car Play/ Android depends on the cellular network. If you drive in the middle of nowhere with no signal, the Google map is useless. And I can think of another reason: less stress on your cellphone.

Just want to make a public service announcement for everyone who doesn't know: use the feature in Google Maps to download the area so that it works even without a cell signal. It's part of your due diligence when leaving for a trip.

 

[RedBaron]

Just want to make a public service announcement for everyone who doesn't know: use the feature in Google Maps to download the area so that it works even without a cell signal. It's part of your due diligence when leaving for a trip.

Also, the "Here" map app uses downloaded regional maps to your phone (by default). I've never tried it in my CX-50 though, so not sure if it works with the HUD.

 

[gazelle]

It does but the speed limit is missing, it comes from the native nav

Quick question: does CP/AA put exit number on HUD, similar to built-in navigation? Or it puts just cross street name

 

[wlong01]

You will have to acquire a new SD card for your 2025. Every SD card pairs ( within the first 10-20 miles or so) with the car's VIN number so it's impossible to transfer it to a different car.

I don't think that's totally true or if it is it must be a new thing. Couple years ago I took the sim card from my 2019 and put it in to my 2016 and it worked just fine. The 2019 had 10's of thousands of miles on it at the time. Haven't tried it again since I acquired a Nav card for the 16 after that.