Garmin nüvi 205W Series Product Information
Important Safety and
Product Information
WarnIng
Failure to avoid the following potentially hazardous
situations could result in an accident or collision resulting in
death or serious injury.
Installation and Operation Warnings
When installing the device in a vehicle, place the device
securely so it does not obstruct the driver’s view of the
road or interfere with vehicle operating controls, such as
the steering wheel, the foot pedals, or the transmission
levers. Do not place the device in front of or above any
airbag. (See diagram.)
Do not mount
where driver’s
field of vision
is blocked.
Do not place
unsecured on
the vehicle
dashboard.
Do not mount in front of an
airbag field of deployment.
The windshield mount may not stay attached to the
windshield in all circumstances. Do not place the mount
where it will become a distraction if the mount should
become detached. Keep your windshield clean to help
ensure that the mount stays on the windshield.
Always use your best judgement, and operate the vehicle
in a safe manner. Do not become distracted by the device
while driving, and always be fully aware of all driving
conditions. Minimize the amount of time spent viewing
the device screen while driving and use voice prompts
when possible.
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Do not input destinations, change settings, or access any
functions requiring prolonged use of the device controls
while driving. Pull over in a safe and legal manner before
attempting such operations.
When navigating, carefully compare information
displayed on the device to all available navigation sources,
including road signs, road closures, road conditions, traffic
congestion, weather conditions, and other factors that may
affect safety while driving. For safety, always resolve any
discrepancies before continuing navigation, and defer to
posted road signs and road conditions.
The device is designed to provide route suggestions. It
is not a replacement for driver attentiveness and good
judgement. Do not follow route suggestions if they
suggest an unsafe or illegal maneuver or would place
the vehicle in an unsafe situation.
Health Warning
This product, its packaging, and its components contain
chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or reproductive harm. This notice is provided in
accordance with California’s Proposition 65. See
for more information.
Battery Warnings
If these guidelines are not followed, the internal lithium-ion
battery may experience a shortened life span or may present
a risk of damage to the GPS device, fire, chemical burn,
electrolyte leak, and/or injury.
Do not leave the device exposed to a heat source or in
a high-temperature location, such as in the sun in an
unattended vehicle. To prevent damage, remove the device
from the vehicle or store it out of direct sunlight, such as
in the glove box.
Do not puncture or incinerate the device or battery.
When storing the device for an extended time, store within
the following temperature range: from 32° to 77°F (from
0° to 25°C).
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