Garmin DriveSmart 50 LMTHD Motherboard Replacement

ID: 200148

Description: If you need to replace the motherboard in the...

Steps:

  1. Remove the four 5 mm screws from the back of the device using a T4 Torx screwdriver.
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  3. Use a spudger to gently pry the locks around the screen, applying even pressure along the edges.
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  5. Carefully open the casing to avoid damaging any fragile components, and gently disconnect the black and red wire plug attached to it.
  6. Since the plug is on a hook, unlock it with the spudger tool.
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  8. Flip the Garmin over to the other side in the previous step, and slide the screen backwards to undo the orange connector.
  9. Use the pointed end of the spudger tool to lift the clasps and detach the orange connector.
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  11. Gently lift the screen case from the back mount.
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  13. Remove the four 5 mm screws from the motherboard using a T4 Torx screwdriver.
  14. Detach the two connectors that are connected to the battery and speaker.
  15. Gently remove the motherboard.
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