Wireless Map and Software Update Instructions

A wireless connection to home high-speed internet (Fiber, Cable, DSL, etc.) is required to successfully complete a Wi-Fi update.

• Connections with data caps or restrictions should not be used due to the size of a map update.

• Slower connections (satellite, fixed wireless, dial-up, etc.) and mobile broadband (MiFi, AirCard, cell phone tethering, etc.) should not be used.

• Captive portals are not compatible with the Tread® and Tread® - Base Edition GPS navigators

• • See Using a Wi-Fi Device on a Captive Portal.

NOTE: See Not Enough Free Space for a Wireless Update if your device states there is not enough space for the wireless update.

View the Following Video to Learn about Different Updates Available on Most Devices:

NOTE: Not all devices come preloaded and/or are compatible with the maps below. 

Current Map Version: 2026.20 (North America) as of June 25, 2025.

Current Map Version: 2026.20 (Europe) as of May 28, 2025.

Watch This Detailed Video or Follow the Steps Below to Update Your Device

Tread® 2 GPS Navigator

Tread® 2 - SxS Edition GPS Navigator

Tread® 2 - Overland Edition GPS Navigator

To Connect the Device to a Wi-Fi Network:

1. Plug the device into a power source

• • See External Power Options for Wireless Updates.
  • Touch the X if the message "Tap to Connect to Computer" appears.

2. Touch Settings

3. Touch Wi-Fi

4. Select Wi-Fi to enable Wi-Fi technology if necessary

5. Touch Search for Networks

6. Select a network

7. Enter the password for the network and select Done if necessary

The device should then connect to the network. The network will be added to the list of saved networks. The device will reconnect to this network automatically when it is within range.

To Check For and Install Both Software and Map Updates on this Device:

NOTE: Updates will not be available if the device is on the latest version.

1. Touch Settings

2. Touch Updates

3. Touch Yes, then select the desired Wi-Fi network if prompted to connect to a Wi-Fi network

The device will check for available updates once connected to a Wi-Fi network. A prompt will appear to install them if any are found.

NOTE: The device will be unusable until the updates complete.

See Troubleshooting Wireless Updates on an Automotive Device if the device encounters any problems with the wireless update.