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.

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

See the Detailed Video Below to Learn about Wi-Fi Connections for Updates.

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

Check Out the Video or Follow the Steps Below to Update your Device:

Garmin DriveCam™ 76 GPS Navigator

Garmin DriveSmart™ 66, Garmin DriveSmart™ 76, and Garmin DriveSmart™ 86 GPS Navigators

Current Map Version: 2026.10 (North America) as of February 12, 2025.

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' in the lower right corner if the message "Tap to Connect to the Computer" appears

2. Touch Settings or the gear icon 

3. Touch Wireless Networks

4. Select the checkmark box to enable Wi-Fi technology if necessary, then touch Search for Networks

5. Select your network

6. Enter the password for the network and select Done

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 or the gear icon

2. Touch Updates

3. If prompted, touch OK to the message 'Connect to a Wi-Fi network to download updates.'

• • Select a network, enter the network password then select Done.

4. Select Install All if an update is available

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.