How to update maps on garmin nuvi 255wt

The maps on my Garmin W are about a year and a half old. Is it about time to update them or should I wait a little longer? If now, where is the most economical place to get a map update?

Having said all of the above, would I be better just buying a newer GPS with free map updates? I only drive about 8, miles a year, but I do take long trips several times a year. That would extend the useful life of the W until it dies. You might want to go to Garmin's website and do a feature comparison based on what you want to get out of the device, rather than relying on subjective input from us. I have a w and a t. For me the difference is lane assist in the t. Being deaf in one ear and losses in the other its difficult for me to rely on the voice prompts.

The lane assist gives me plenty of time to be in the right lane without have to stare constantly at the unit. If you don't need the added features stay with the w and save the money or if you like having the new stuff then upgrade. Best of luck. You seem to be thinking of buying a 1-time map update. Once it finishes booting, you'll need to select your new map and disable the base map if the two overlap. Check your new map's box.

I have a Garmin Nuvi W. I do not remember if I have ever updated. Is it too old to try and update? Just give it a try and see what happens.

You should be able to download the current and all previous updates in one shot. Yes No. Not Helpful 2 Helpful You will need to plug your Garmin device into your computer and go to the Garmin website. Not Helpful 0 Helpful 5. How do I update my portable Garmin Nuvi to reflect changes in streets and new construction?

You need to update the map; system updates don't happen very often, so you will always find errors. Report these via your Garmin to ensure they are fixed next time. Not Helpful 6 Helpful Look at the SD Card slot. If it is long and rectangular, then it is a normal SD Card, but if it is sized around the same as the charging port, then it is a Micro SD Card slot.

Not Helpful 7 Helpful 9. Yes, it does. Sometimes it will be very slow, but you can refresh it. Not Helpful 0 Helpful 2. Yes, you can. Select the new map and all should work. Not Helpful 2 Helpful 2. You won't get to know this without trying to update your Garmin Nuvi device. You first have to follow the steps to update your Nuvi device. To do so, you can refer to this guide and do this by yourself.

After following the given steps only you will get to know if it is possible to update your watch or not. Also, you can contact Garmin Experts and ask for any further assistance. For more info, see garmingpsmap. Not Helpful 1 Helpful 1.

No, it is not too old, I just updated mine. However, if you have not added a micro-SD card, the on-board memory only has room for 6 state maps. Shop for Global Positioning Systems at Bizrate.

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