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REGION CODES,.
for new Mazda CONNECT 7th Generation Only....

NA** is...
Region NORTH AMERICA -
USA, Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico.


EU** is...
Region EUROPE, UK, ADR, NZ.
Albania, Andorra, Austria, Australia, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia, Bosnia Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malta, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, New Zealand, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Poland, Romania, Russia, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Vatican.
(Not Japan or China)

4A** is..
GENERAL RHD AND LHD, Middle East, Southern Africa, South America, Oceania.

HK** is..
HONG KONG AND MACAU.

* NOTE file is also MODEL and Or ENGINE Type Specific.
01 is for Non Turbo Engine Mazda 3 and CX-30.
02 is for MX-30 plus is also OTA updated where applicable.
03 is for 2021~ CX-5 + CX-9.
04 is for TURBO Engine Mazda 3 + CX-30.
05 is for CX-50.
06 is for Turbo Engine Mazda 3 and CX-30.
07 is for CX-60.
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What version do I INSTALL?
Check your cars Connect Screen FIRST to see which
Version Number is in your car right Now See first post above..

If your Mazda is Brand NEW and already has a
Higher or a Later iteration Number than What Is LISTED
here Above then there are No Updates Available Yet.

Voice recognition malfunction after firmware update??, do this..
MICROPHONE CHECK AFTER FIRMWARE UPDATE.
1. Press 'Talk/Pick-up Button on the steering wheel
2. Confirm that the voice recognition starts command "say a command" is played back.
3. If the command is not read, please remove the negative battery terminal (for data reset) and reconnect it after a few minutes
4. Turn the ignition to ACC or ON with the push button start.
5. Press and hold the Volume/Mute button, then press and hold the Music and Favorite buttons at the same time for 3-5 seconds,
the Diagnostic Test Screen will appear.
6. Select End Diag Mode for CMU reset

Suitable List of USB Flash Drives you can use from...
TYPE A (Square-Male) to....
TYPE C (Oval Shape-Male)....
YES You can use an ADAPTER Type A to Type C....

DO NOT USE any Multi Port Point Adapter Types.
DO NOT USE ANY ‘’MICRO USB CARDS’’ MOUNTED INTO ANY USB DRIVE.

Error message below (Install Not Successful: USB Disconnected) is displayed
if your USB Flash Drive is removed from the vehicle before update completes.!
Reinstall USB Flash Drive and wait for software update to complete.
Total Install Time varies from about 35 to 55 minutes depending on REGION-COUNTRY.

 

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Changelog Below for North America NA** 2019 to 2023 Mazda 3 (BP) and CX-30 (DM).
Color coded represents the Model and Year changelog.
For Europe EU** Most of the Changelog fixes listed also apply.
OBVIOUSLY ONLY for 7th Generation MAZDA CONNECT.
Remember you CAN NOT Mix or Change the Model Versions to other Firmware used in later models and or other Countries, the CMU will just not permit any attempts to try, plz do not
waste my time.
Some 'expert' Tuner Shop in Russia or Ukraine says they can change Regions
for a ''Fee'', however I would not trust this as from my experience even changing a complete CMU's from another (used Mazda) model does not work and introduces all sorts of compatibility problems with other Modules on the Bus, with constant dash warnings and even breakdowns (+ non Engine Start).
If you also approach a Mazda Dealer say in Europe with a US made for CX-30 they will tell you they can not change or even do anything with your car (electricly) as their Mazda Diagnostic systems (MDARS) ONLY works for cars Sold in Europe from new and car VIN Numbers must be entered to even start MDARS, but USA VINs are not accepted by MDARS in Europe, and Visa-Versa.
If you Contact Mazda HQ all they will tell you if they even reply or talk to you is that they ONLY Service Mazda Models imported New and sold New by their local Dealer Network.
As my thread says DO NOT Purchase used Mazdas originally sold in Canada or USA @ auctions as you might think you have a bargain saving $20K, but all you have bought is a nightmare.

2019-2022 MAZDA3 AND 2020-2022 CX-30 WITHOUT TURBO
2021-2023 MAZDA3 AND CX-30 WITHOUT TURBO
2021 MAZDA3 AND CX-30 WITH TURBO

Ver. 7000C0A-NA01_12006 fixes these software errors (bugs):

• The screen does not show proper picture when receiving SiriusXM data.

Ver. 7000C0A-NA01_12004 fixes these software errors (bugs):

• Album artwork may not appear when playing music using an USB connected iPhone.
• The center display may turn black when the gear is shifted from reverse position to parking position.
• Screen freezes and goes to white screen, then the system reboots.
• Steering wheel switches and commander switches cannot control the audio system.
• DTC U3000:49 is stored which may be accompanied with following symptoms.
  • No sound comes out from the speakers.
  • Audio source selection is unavailable.
• When using the navigation with head-up mode, the vehicle icon rotates.
• Beep sounds every after couple of minutes.
• Language setting may not be accepted correctly.
• The audio track may not pause when pressing the mute button.
• The system reboots.
• The screen may turn black when trying to play a video file in the USB connected device.

Ver. 7000C0A-NA01_12002 fixes these software errors (bugs):

• The center display may turn black right after starting.
• The system may reboot repeatedly right after starting the vehicle, and removing the navigation SD card stops the rebooting.

Ver. 7000C0A-NA01_11018 fixes these software errors (bugs):

• Turning the main power off while playing audio tracks using Android Auto and displaying the map using Android Auto may lead to a reboot.
• Voice command may not be recognized.
• If the main power is turned off and then on quickly while a Bluetooth® device is connected, Bluetooth® connection may not be resumed.
• Warning message may appear leading to a reboot.
• Turning the main power on after connecting a device to use Apple CarPlay may lead to a reboot
• After changing the distance unit in the system setting display, the energy efficiency unit in the EcoEnergyManagement screen may not change.
• Language selection may fail to change.
• Android Auto may fail to connect.
• The 360° view monitor screen may be overlaid with the home screen.
• Turning the main power off while using Android Auto may lead to the display to keep turning on.
• After particular operations, the parking sensor screen may freeze.
• Track selection using voice command may result in the error message “Too many tracks. This function is not available." when multiple USB devices are connected.

From Version 7000C0A-NA01_11012 or later fixes these software errors (bugs):

• A “Loading” pop up message continues and it cannot move to Parking Information screen if there is no parking information around the destination.

From Version 7000C0A-NA01_11008 or later fixes these software errors (bugs):

• DTC U3000:49 (CMU internal malfunction) is detected when music play is disturbed by another mobile device application.
• Voice command for artist name or album name is not accepted with error message “Voice Recognition Unavailable. Voice Recognition commands for music are unavailable.
• There is no available metadata on this device.”
• The system may reboot when the Wi-Fi services start.
• The system may freeze at the phone call screen if Bluetooth connection has been interrupted when using voice command “Call Time Signal”.

From Version 7000C0A-NA01_11006 or later fixes these software errors (bugs):

• [Connected Service is in use] Authorization using One Time Password may fail.
• [While the cursor is shown in the navigation screen after a commander operation] When Talk/Pickup button is pressed and "Go Home" is spoken, the navigation screen is shown but the commander operation is not accepted and the cursor is not shown.
• The 21th title is shown at the top when using Bluetooth audio and scrolling title list to the bottom.
• The system reboots when making a call with voice command. It occurs when making a call to the contact who contains two or more single quotation marks in the phone book downloaded from a mobile phone.
• The system reboots while the disclaimer notice screen is shown.
• [Connected Service is in use] After sending destinations from Send To Car function on MyMazda app several times, the navigation may reboot because of a poor wireless connection.
• The second track on certain CDs will not play. After experiencing this, even with another CD, the track selection and control fail until the ignition is turned off.
• Voice recognition command to select a track may clear the random mode icon while it continues the random mode when using a USB audio device in random play mode,.
• The system reboots when recovering from the sleep mode.
• The parking assist screen continues to display.
• The DTC may not be detected for communication error between CMU and the Telematics communication unit.
• After adding a favorite destination for a road or street without a valid name, it appears as “Unnamed road.” It should be the latitude and the longitude.
• The system may freeze when cranking right after turning the ignition on if the ignition has been turned off showing the navigation screen while playing a USB audio device.• After SMS messages are received while one of the certain system dialog (such as a disclaimer screen for AndroidAuto or CarPlay) is displayed, it may not be able to move to the communication menu.
• The system may reboot when trying Bluetooth connection using certain mobile device (Doro 7060).
• The system may reboot when using the map function on CarPlay.
• The system may not recognize AndroidAuto after turning the ignition off when using the navigation screen and playing AndroidAuto Music.
• Insufficient storm details may appear when using SiriusXM weather radio.
• The navigation may not show a green dot on the map where there is right/left turn guidance.
• When returning from the detail screen, the focus moves to Add Destination button instead of high way mode area while using navigation and displaying high way mode area. The concern occurs after moving the focus to the high way mode area using split screen button, then to the detail of high way exit.
• The background screen blinks with pop up message "Route Notification" after setting the destination in the country where the navigation map is not applicable.
• Route guidance ends just before the arrival announcement.
• The destination flag disappears just before arriving there.
• [Connected Service is in use] Route guidance may start without waiting for the OK button for SendToCar setting completion.
• The navigation may reboot when receiving big data for SiriusXM weather radar.
• Nothing appear in Turn-by-Turn display area when going off the guided route.
• SiriusXM Fuel price is not shown in colors.
• SiriusXM Weather Radar does not keep display setting for Storm after turning ACC off.

From Version 7000C0A-NA01_10048 or later fixes these software errors (bugs):

• The screen turns black if the ignition switch is turned OFF then ON within a few seconds while the opening screen appears.
• The Google Map navigation stops after already being in use when the Android Auto application is launched,
• No warning popup message appears when another destination is added which has to cross a border with "Allow Border Crossing" unchecked.
• A warning popup message appears repeatedly when another destination is added which has to use a car shuttle train with "Allow Car Shuttle Trains" unchecked
• If the "Allow Car Shuttle Trains" setting is changed after the route is set up, the "Allow Ferries" setting changes instead.
• A wrong warning popup message appears as “The destination cannot be reached without using a ferry” when the route is set up which has to use a car shuttle train with "Allow Car Shuttle Trains" unchecked.
• Pressing the Back button leads to the Information screen instead of the previous page while using the In-Vehicle Owner's Manual.
• The Communication Setting screen and the HOME screen may appear to overlap.

From Version 7000C0A-NA01_10042 or later fixes these software errors (bugs):

• If the system freezes, it may be followed by a reboot a couple of minutes later.
• The banner message about Bluetooth Audio may not appear when turning it ON.
• An improper message appears when GPS reception is not available.
• The rear view does not appear when the transmission is shifted to reverse right after turning the ignition on.
• The current location does not move after rebooting the navigation.
• The side panel turns black if reroute search occurs while using navigation with media display in the side panel.
• No warning popup message appears when another destination is added which has to use a toll road with "Allow Toll Roads" unchecked.
• No warning popup message appears when another destination is added which has to use a Carpool/HOV Lane with "Allow Carpool/HOV Lanes" unchecked and "Allow Carpool/HOV Lanes" is checked by itself.
• In the Energy Flow Monitor, the graphic blinks during idling.
• The guidance message may not sound when the ignition is turned OFF right after the route setting.
• An abnormal Route Settings menu appears for a moment during reroute search in route setting menu instead of the notification.
• The alphabetical search is not accessible after sorting the history list in the "More Recent Destinations" when driving.
• Road names may not appear in Turn-by-Turn and Route Monitor.
• Street names may not completely appear.
• The complicated Turn-by-Turn icon may appear.
• The same destination may be registered as multiple listings in Favorite Destination if the destination has multiple addresses (ex. large facility like a golf course).
• The keyboard and footer bar may appear to overlap.
• The status bar may appear for a moment when pressing the Back key to move to Travel Information in the Country Information screen.
• Additional registering of a favorite destination may not be accepted after registering a favorite destination right after the MAZDA CONNECT boots up.• After registering a country (or state/province) other than the current location for a favorite destination, that country may appear in the country field in the Town Selection screen.
• It may take a long time until the free word search (OneBox search) screen appears after selecting the Navigation Menu Search.
• The screen flickers after switching from 3D to 2D on the View Mode screen.
• The Media panel may appear improperly.
• The traffic information for a non-relevant location may appear when a grouped traffic icon is selected on the map when using SiriusXM Traffic Plus.

From Version 7000C0A-NA01_10018 and later fixes these software errors (bugs):

• The navigation system unexpectedly makes an announcement when the driver unlocks and opens the door, even without touching the START/STOP button.

From Version 7000C0A-NA01_10017 and later fixes these software errors (bugs):

• The compass screen may be displayed instead of the map screen after the ignition is turned ON,
• The In-Vehicle Warning Messages screen displays warning comment for "MRCC (Mazda Radar Cruise Control) being not operable" and uses "30 km/h" instead of "20 mph" even when "mile" is selected in the distance setting.
• The sytem may reboot when connecting to a Bluetooth device.
• Destinations may be cleared when the ignition is turned OFF and ON while route guidance is being given.
• [Canada, Mexico] The navigation system unexpectedly announces when the vehicle passes the border to another country.• The system may reboot when too much information is received using the SiriusXM SportsFlash service.
• [Alaska (U.S.)] Point Of Interest searching may not work properly.
• The system reboots when using Apple CarPlay.

From Version 7000C0A-NA01_10015 and later fixes these software errors (bugs):

• The check box for Bluetooth connection may not be accessible after the ignition is turned OFF to ON in a few seconds.
• The device names for USB1 and USB2 may be displayed in the reverse order after the ignition is turned ON.

From Version 7000C0A-NA01_10014 and later fixes these software errors (bugs):

• There may be an excess error in the current location on the navigation screen where GPS reception is poor.
• The rear view monitor may turn black or need longer time to display during hot weather.
• The Apple CarPlay icon is left on the screen when the USB cable for an iPhone is disconnected,
• The rear view monitor turns to black when the transmission is shifted into reverse right after the engine is started,
• A guidance message is accompanied by a pop noise when using Apple CarPlay.
• The system reboots when the ignition is turned ON when an iPhone and a USB memory stick are connected
• The system may reboot while the disclaimer notice screen is shown.
• The USB connections may be disrupted when the ignition is turned ON with two USB devices connected and the navigation SD card in the slot.

From Version 7000C0A-NA01_10012 and later fixes these software errors (bugs):

• The right most gauge for the last one minute shows the maximum level when the ignition is turned OFF and ON while displaying the Average Fuel Efficiency History.
• The rear view does not appear soon enough when the transmission is shifted into reverse right after the map is displayed the first time.

Ver. 7000C0A-NA06_12018 fixes these software errors (bugs):

• The system does not resume the play list after editing a play list for an USB audio device.
• The screen does not show proper picture when receiving SiriusXM data.

Ver. 7000C0A-NA06_12016 fixes these software errors (bugs):

• A beep sounds every couple of minutes.
• The language setting may not be accepted correctly.
• When refusing the incoming call while playing audio tracks using the Apple CarPlay, the screen shows “Phone in use” message and it stops playing audio tracks.
• The audio track may not pause when pressing the mute button.
• The screen freezes when a smartphone receives messages under Bluetooth® connection.

Ver. 7000C0A-NA06_12012 fixes these software errors (bugs):

• Screen freezes and goes to white screen, then the system reboots.
• Steering switches and commander switches cannot control the audio system.
• If another incoming call comes in immediately after the hands-free call is ended, the call automatically accepted.
• It takes time to establish Bluetooth® connection.
• DTC U3000:49 is stored which may be accompanied with following symptoms.
• No sound comes out from the speakers.
• Audio source selection is unavailable.
• The vehicle icon rotates when using the navigation with head-up mode.
• The system reboots when operating the audio source screen.
• Audio stops playing when using Apple CarPlayTM.
• Audio is muted when using Apple CarPlayTM.

Ver. 7000C0A-NA04_12006 and later fixes these software errors (bugs):

• The screen does not show proper picture when receiving SiriusXM data.

Ver. 7000C0A-NA04_12004 and later fixes these software errors (bugs):

• Album artwork may not appear when playing music using an USB connected iPhone.
• When the gear position is shifted into P from R, the screen may not return to the previous condition before shifting into R position.
• The screen freezes and goes to a white screen, then the system reboots.
• The steering wheel switches and commander switches cannot control the audio system.
• DTC U3000:49 is stored which may be accompanied with following symptoms:
  • No sound emitting from the speakers.
  • Audio source selection is unavailable.
• The vehicle icon rotates when using the navigation with head-up mode.
• Beep sounds every after couple of minutes.
• Language setting may not be accepted correctly.
• The audio track may not pause when pressing the mute button.
• The system reboots.
• The screen may turn black when trying to play a video file in the USB connected device.

Ver. 7000C0A-NA04_12002 and later fixes these software errors (bugs):

• The center display may turn black right after starting.
• Removing the navigation SD card stops rebooting and may repeat rebooting after vehicle is restarted.

Ver. 7000C0A-NA04_11018 and later fixes these software errors (bugs):

• Turning the main power off may lead to a reboot while playing audio tracks and displaying maps using Android AutoTM.
• Voice commands may not be recognized.
• While a Bluetooth® device is connected, if the main power is turned off and then on quickly the Bluetooth® connection may be disconnected.
• Warning message may appear leading to a reboot.
• Turning the main power on may lead to a reboot after connecting a device to use Apple CarPlayTM.
• After changing the distance unit in the system setting display, the energy efficiency unit in the EcoEnergyManagement screen may not change.
• Language selection may fail to change.
• Android AutoTM may fail to connect.
• The 360° view monitor screen may be overlaid with the home screen.
• Turning the main power off may lead to the display to keep turning on while using Android AutoTM
• The parking sensor screen may freeze after particular operations.
• The track selection using voice command may result in the error message “Too many tracks. This function is not available” while multiple USB devices are connected.

Trademarks

• iPhone and CarPlay are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions.
• Android and Android Auto are registered trademarks of Google LLC.
• The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.

Mazda Owners having these concerns should have their vehicle updated using the latest Firmware available, Private Message ASH8 with your cars Version READ Above.

 

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I’m little bit scared about update my infotainment system. I don’t know if is the right file for Canadian version ...

What is the file in the car now, seriously Read what is says.

IF your FIRMWARE is a Lower Number then it is outdated, and up to you if you update at your own risk.

IF your Firmware is the EXACT SAME Number then you don't update...no reason to.

IF your Firmware Number is Higher than listed ABOVE then YOU DO NOT UPDATE...

Pretty simple really.

Changelogs are not available at the moment, same applies to fix bugs like ANY Firmware Update.
If anyone does not understand this then they should not touch their car.:nerd:

 

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CMU FIRMWARE UPDATE FOR MY 2022 Mazda 3 and CX-30.

ONLY FOR EU/UK SPECK MODELS OF CX-30 and MAZDA 3.
New Version of Mazda Connect Firmware
7000C0A-EU06 12004.kwi Use ONLY for cars
VIN Last 6 DIGITS starting from 300001 ~ Onwards...

IF YOUR MAZDA 3 or CX-30 VIN Numbers LAST 6 Digits Start with a 3 then YES
you should check your FIRMWARE Version and IF its NUMBER is BELOW EU06_12004 like 11022 or 11069 or similar then YES you should Update Firmware yourself or tell your Mazda Dealer that your Mazda Connect is having the following USER Issues like...

SYMPTOMS
The following changes have been made or the symptoms can be solved by the latest software (Ver. 7000C0A- EU06_12004).

(Ver. 7000C0A- EU06_12004)
• DTC U3000:49 is stored which may be accompanied with following symptoms.

• No sound comes out from the speakers.
• Audio source selection is unavailable.

IF YOU WISH TO UPDATE MAZDA CONNECT YOURSELF I CAN SUPPLY YOU A ''DOWNLOAD LINK'' FOR THE GENUINE FIRMWARE DOWNLOAD Ver. 7000C0A- EU06_12004) and the easy Installation Directions, Please ONLY Message me as links WILL NOT be publicly posted in this thread or in any Forums.
When you message me tell me the Model, current Firmware Version number and Country.

 

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Please tell me how to unzip this file(.kwi).

HUH...

WHY do you ask about unzip file?
DID you Combine all at once to download, YOU SHOULD download, 1 (one) file at a time.

IF your file is a .zip, you need to extract it with Winzip or other program, or download the .kwi file ONLY again, one file at a time.

ONLY .kwi on Flash Drive.
Check Hashsum.

 

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NOTE: Files in POST #1 Page #1 of This Thread are ONLY for all new Mazda 3 (BP) and Mazda CX-30 (DM).
If you have ANY other Skyactiv Model use this link if Wanting File Download or Help.
https://mazda3revolution.com/forums...iv-audio-electronics/98202-mzd-connect-all-firmware-version-only-downloads.html
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NEW Connect II Firmware for NA01 ONLY is available NOW!
CMU_7000C0A-NA01_10018.kwi

 

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The VERSION Update is Listed and Available ON Page 1 of this thread...
When I can and as I can Page 1 WILL ALWAYS have the latest available Information (from me) on PAGE 1.

For North America 7000C0A-NA01_10018 and Is available in the SERVER and see Changelog...and is the latest and fixes a few issues, see Changelog.

About to post a Changelog Post.

 

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CHANGELOGS For Gen II MZD/Mazda CONNECT

Later or updated CHANGELOGS are also in Firmware SERVER.


• The latest version of MAZDA CONNECT II software cannot be rolled back to an earlier version.
• MMC does not always broadcast every or all changes done in latest Firmware Releases to Dealers.

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REGION NA CMU_7000C0A-NA01

• Some owners may experience that the MAZDA CONNECT II unexpectedly announces the speed limit when the Connectivity Master Unit (CMU) wakes up, regardless of the ignition switch position (ON / ACC / OFF). The speed limit is announced when the vehicle is unlocked and a door is opened (waking up the CMU) without touching the start button.
This concern occurs on the vehicles located in Canada and Mexico including those driven to and from the U.S.
It is caused by improper CMU Firmware and the unnecessary speed limit announcement function left activated at the factory. To correct the concern, the CMU software has been modified with 7000C0A-NA01_10018 and the speed limit announcement function has been removed.

• Some owners may experience that the MAZDA CONNECT II unexpectedly announces navigation guidance when the Connectivity Master Unit (CMU) wakes up even with the ignition OFF. The navigation guidance is announced the next time the CMU wakes up if the ignition was switched OFF while navigating to a destination was in use.
This concern is caused by improper CMU software. To correct the concern, the CMU Firmware has been modified with 7000C0A-NA01_10018.

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REGION EU CMU_7000C0A-EU01




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REGION 4A CMU_7000C0A-4A01




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THIS POST will be for regular Changelogs and will be updated when information is made available (not always), we do not have updated EU01 or 4A01 Firmware Files, IF you can get a copy from your Mazda Dealer PLEASE PM me to host it here in Server for others.
In most cases so many Changelogs / Firmware Updates with same bug fixes applies to all Regions even if No Changelogs are issued by the specific Mazda Distributor for that particular Region.

 

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WARNINGS
Just thought I would mention this here as it is not an open secret.
Be VERY CAREFUL changing or altering ANYTHING PHYSICALLY that is connected to ANY Power Source.

Why?
Well this model Mazda (3) and NEXT Generation all new models, like new CX-30, New Mazda 6, etc has this very latest tech which verifies EVERY Parts as being correct, working correctly and doing what it is supposed to do.
ANY Changes Physically or normal wear and tare WILL Generate a DTC ( CEL Light on Dash) and a stored Diagnostic Trouble Code...which WILL NOT go away until THE issue is rectified as the Cars PCM/ECU stores and records this information UNTIL fixed. IF the Owner IGNORES problems then Computer will take over..and that is NOT a lot of Fun when car is put in (LHM) LIMP Home Mode.

 

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10050 CONNECT Firmware for North America will be out soon....I hear next week.
For CX-30 and Mazda 3.

 

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live...no cl.

 

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That is what LIVE means, available on Hi-Drive Server as always...

Normal posters/Thread Starters CAN NOT 'update' ANY post after 24 hours, therefore the FIRST Page of this Thread cannot be updated by me..
However, the LINK on First page, First Post is live, active and correct.

Go to North America NA01 Folder and the new Firmware is in there...

Last time I checked CANADA is part of NA01 North America.

WARNINGS:
ALWAYS Checksum the HASH Values of your .kwi file AFTER you Download it..
FOLLOW the .PDF Install Instructions PRECISELY..
DO NOT have ANY Load on Cars Battery (lights on, Radio on, Fan, etc...called load).
Make sure your cars Battery is in good condition, these Firmware updates do not take that long, under 20 minutes.
IF your cars Battery is weak, then attach a Tender/Charger while Updating.

ONLY USE A WINDOWS 10 PC for Downloading, plus USB Drive Transfer of file, DO NOT USE ANY APPLE, IOS, MAC for Diagnosis or Repairs.
DO NOT DISCONNECT YOUR CARS BATTERY TERMINAL Clamps (+ or - ) ...EVER.

 

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Really? Well shit. That sucks. Probably not even worth updating then unless there's some other fixes that improve user experience. Have you noticed any?

I wish Mazda would publish changelogs like everyone else that produces software.

I Just want to make this Very Clear....
None of this is meant to be done by the or any Mazda Customer/Owner....Period, full stop end of story.

Firmware Updates are ONLY meant to be done Officially by Mazda Dealers.
We are fortunate to have a few Dealer Insiders who are here to help, otherwise you would see nothing and the same applied to original 6th Gen Connect.
I know for a fact that Mazda are trying to stop these firmware leaks.



Anyway not dissing on you particularly, but same applies to anyone who does these firmware updates.
Mazda does not always publicize the changelog and if and when they do are to notify Mazda Dealers ONLY what was changed and why so a Dealer can address a Customers Issue....maybe.

Also 'a' particular Connect operational issue related to a particular Brand and Model of Phone can and usually is related to that particular Phone only and it's Software and or it's Firmware, Software (usually Apps) and Firmware are two different applications of code.
There were issues with Sirius and certain Apps on i-Phones and was not a Mazda problem with old 6th gen of Connect still in production..

Car brands are always playing catch up to what Samsung, Apple, Google does with their new phones.

Last if you believe there are little changes what warrant updating Firmware from 10018 to 10050, and 'not worth updating' then you are very mistaken....I can't factually back that up as I have no changelog list but I am certain bug fixes and changes are quite a few, based on my experience and past history.
Remember 10018 to 10050 is close to over 12 months of Firmware updates.

Cheers

 

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Allow me to also be clear. My qualms are with Mazda, not the fantastic people who provide intermediate services that Mazda should be offering themselves instead of attempting to hide behind closed doors.

Not sure what you call "intermediate services that Mazda should be offering".... Connect is not technically open source, AFAIK I do not know any car brand which permits Owners to upgrade Firmware.
There are very good reasons why.
A few do live wi-fi upgrades, but these can and usually do have many poor outcomes too for owners and car companies.
In almost all cases Auto industry Software is contracted to 3rd parties on strict oversight and copyright as Mazda etc does not design code....they make cars not software.

 

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It is Mazda policy not to publicly publish their 'technical changes' (and very good reasons why).
Suggest if you don't like what they do don't buy another Mazda, I can tell you now it will never change, all Japanese car brands 'control' their IP very strictly as they do their engineering details, they just do not explain why in the detail that some might like to know it.
In time a changelog will emerge to Firmware updates, just not now.

 

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New link for Firmware

HiDrive

my.hidrive.com

Go to CONNECT II 2019~

 

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Updated .Pdf is now in Server for MAZDA CONNECT II Changelogs for all NA01 FIRMWARE.Pdf (.kwi)

 

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Hi guys, I have American firmware 10014, I need to go to Europe, I try to install 10012, the system writes no files were found. How to do it right?

As the FIRST page of my Thread says, YOU CAN NOT Rollback to older firmware, period,, you have in car NA_10014 and you are trying to install EU_10012 for a starters Version Number 12 is lower than 14, as Page 1 says you can not roll backwards and old firmware, can only roll forward with newer firmware, ABOVE 14 in your case.

Now you are Also trying to install EU (Europe EU01) Firmware in your North American (NA01) Mazda.
Principal problems is same as Generation 6 Mazda Connect which use .up files like NA N and EU N BUT also have different code to operate different modules like DAB+ Radio, the USA does not have or use DAB+ Digital Radio, therefore your Mazda also does not have the DAB Control Modules inside your cars dashboard, plus other undocumented hardware issues.
Now having said all that WHEN a later version of EU Firmware (.kwi file) becomes available for EUROPE/UK
(like say EU01_10050) you may be able to update this Firmware past your cars current NA01_0014.
However as I just said, you will have problems with Radio, US Satellite Radio, and you COULD Brick your cars CMU as I know of no Mazda owner who has done this on a 7th Generation Mazda Connect II car successfully.

Any Mazda Dealer in Europe would generally not touch your car as ALL they have access to is EU Firmware and the current version is in our Server here now, they don't yet have any version EU01_10014 or higher.
Any install of wrong Firmware not designed for your Mazda would be at your risk and I can't see it being successful as the cars Hardware is specifically for North America ONLY.