🚗 Garmin Vehicle Power Cable
(12V DC Car Adapter ↔ Garmin GPS Mini‑USB Input • In‑Vehicle Power Supply)
This accessory provides continuous power to Garmin GPS navigators and handhelds while driving. It ensures the device remains charged for long trips and enables uninterrupted navigation.
🔧 Cable Form
- Input: 12V DC (vehicle accessory/cigarette lighter socket)
- Output: 5V regulated DC (to Garmin GPS)
- Connector: Mini‑USB
- Cable length: 3ft
- Part number: 010‑11838‑00
🖥️ Compatible Devices
- Automotive GPS: All nüvi models, Drive, DriveSmart, DriveAssist, DriveTrack, RV series
- Motorcycle GPS: zūmo series
- Trucking GPS: dēzl series
- Outdoor/Handhelds: Oregon, Dakota, Approach (golf), eTrex, GPSMAP 62/64/78, Montana series
- ✅ Broad compatibility across Garmin’s automotive, motorcycle, trucking, and handheld lines
✅ Common Uses
- 🔋 Continuous charging of GPS units during vehicle operation
- 🧭 Navigation reliability on long trips without battery drain
- 🧩 Powering dash‑mounted GPS in cars, trucks, RVs, and motorcycles
- 🧪 Field charging for handheld GPS units when used in vehicles
- 🧵 Replacement or spare for lost/damaged OEM vehicle chargers
🧠 Signal Format
- ⚡ Converts 12V DC vehicle power to 5V DC regulated output
- 🔌 Supplies both operating power and battery charging current
- 📏 Uses Garmin’s standard USB‑style input (mini‑USB)
⚠️ Things to Watch Out For
- 📉 Not compatible with Garmin devices that use proprietary round 4‑pin or clip‑style connectors
- 🔌 Vehicle‑only — not intended for AC wall charging
🛠️ Quick Tips for Beginners
- 🧭 Confirm your Garmin device uses mini‑USB input before purchase
- 🔌 Plug into vehicle’s 12V accessory port for instant charging
- 🧪 Use with Garmin Drive/DriveSmart for uninterrupted navigation
- 🧯 Keep a spare in glovebox for travel or rental cars


