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Can I up date a Garmin nuvi 200W. Or is it too old?

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This model appears to still be supported by Garmin according to their website.

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is there a battery in my Garmin nuvi which is approx. 15 years old ..I have updated it regularly but recent usage has notice of low battery , c

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Replacing a battery in a Garmin Nuvi can be difficult since it's a lithium-ion battery. You can try contacting Garmin's customer support to see if they'll replace the battery with a new one.

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Can I update Garmin Nuvi maps for europe.

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In some cases, yes. Certain Garmin GPS device come with map information pre-installed. Other models can purchase and download new maps. Refer the manual for more info on updating with new map regions.

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I have a Garmin Nuvi 205W. I do not remember if I have ever updated. Is it too old to try and update?

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No. Just give it a try and see what happens. You should be able to download the current and all previous updates in one shot.

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How do I upgrade my Garmin maps?

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You will need to plug your Garmin device into your computer and go to the Garmin website.

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How do I update my portable Garmin Nuvi to reflect changes in streets and new construction?

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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.

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How do I know what size SD card fits my Nuvi 55?

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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.

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Does Garmin automatically delete the old maps in it?

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Yes, it does. Sometimes it will be very slow, but you can refresh it.

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Can I put more than one map on my SD card for a Nuvi 250?

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Yes, you can. Add the map to the SD card then insert it into the GPS, switch on the GPS and it will ask you to select the map. Select the new map and all should work.

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How do I know if my Garmin Nuvi is too old to update?

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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.net/garmin-nuvi-update/ and garmingpsmap.net/contact-us/.

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I have a Nuvi 255, is it too old to update?

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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.

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