Data Saving (Backup)

The customer has the option of saving his/her complete music collection under the "Options" sub-menu. This is achieved by copying it back to a USB stick installed in the glove box port. It is necessary to ensure that the USB stick has sufficient storage capacity. A maximum storage capacity of 12 GB is required for saving the music collection data.

Fig 1: Import/Export Submenu Screen Shot Showing How To Back Up Music Files

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The process is similar to the data saving procedure on a PC. This function makes it possible to import data when changing vehicles or when replacing a head unit or hard disk.

Data saving will only be possible if the hard disk of the CIC has not been damaged and the interfaces to the CIC are still fully operational.

Data back up should be done prior to programming the vehicle after replacing control units. Without data saving (backup), all of the music data could be lost. However, this can only be done by the customer prior to bringing the vehicle in for service. Detailed instructions on how and where the data backup can be performed are provided in the Vehicle Owner's Manual.