RED HORSE

I had my 2018 Cayenne Turbo on a CETEC battery tender for about 6 weeks while I had and recovered from COVID. When I was again able to drive Google Earth just shows "Loading" but never does actually start. I know I can reset the PCM but I would like to solve this without loosing all the other settings, destinations, etc already in the system.

Any suggestions?

lacibaci

It's not you. Same here. I sent a message to Porsche Connect - no response yet.

RED HORSE

Thanks

lacibaci

Customer service informed me that Google Earth has been discontinued for all Porsche vehicles including the most recent model year.

RED HORSE

Still works on my 2018 Macan??

lacibaci

I am getting conflicting information on this. Porsche rep told me that this was discontinued (apparently they sent an email about it - which I never got), but I saw some posts in other forums that Porsche is working on a workaround/fix. Either way, it's a ****ty way to handle this especially for this brand.

RED HORSE

Just returned from the dealer where they told me "maintenance can turn it back on." They will call me Monday to schedule an appointment.

lacibaci

That's good news. BTW, Have you ever been able to update maps? In the past two years I haven't seen a single update. I think this will be the last year I will pay for connect services. Seems like a gigantic waste of money...

RED HORSE

Never tried to update maps. Really isn't any need in Louisiana as we never build any new roads. Anytime I'm going someplace where I need up to date info I use my Garmin which is about 10 years old but I get free map updates about each quarter.

The thing we use most is the on-line search for destinations. I've found it quite helpful and much easier and more accurate than trying to enter street addresses. Put in the first letters of the name of the desired destination, wait for it to give you the list of possibles, select the one you want and away you go, plus it gives you the phone number so if going to a restaurant you can call and make reservations if needed.

lacibaci

Google Earth is working again. I guess they were able to fix it on the server since there was no change or service on my end.

RED HORSE

Good. Can't check on mine as it is in the body shop. Someone committed a hit and run while it was parked in a handicapped spot in a parking lot. Should get it back this afternoon hopefully.

RED HORSE

Just picked my Cayenne up from the body shop and Google Earth working again. 👍🏻

Dr. G7

Love it. I lived in Lafayette, LA for about 10 years. PhD at LSU too.