Garmin Approach S2 Motherboard Replacement

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Garmin Approach S2 Motherboard Replacement

Schwierigkeitsgrad

Moderate

Schritte

Zeitaufwand

25 - 30 Minuten

Einleitung

Be very careful when handling connector wires, as they are incredibly easily broken. This guide is unique only in removing the circuit board from the screen.

Werkzeuge

Schritt 1

Remove the six T5 Torx 6.32mm screws securing the back cover to the watch.

The bracelet on the same side as the S2 logo must be removed as well. 2 very small allen wrenches must be used to removed the bracelet screw.

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Schritt 2

Remove the back cover carefully.
Even after the screws have been removed, the back cover can still be quite difficult to take off. Moderate to extensive prying may be required. Be gentle, but firm.

Schritt 3

Remove the orange gasket.

Schritt 4

Remove the screen and motherboard assembly from the case.

Schritt 5

Use a metal spudger to remove the golden retaining clip from the screen. There will be some adhesive to break.

Schritt 6

Remove the screen from the golden metal clip.

Schritt 7

Unhinge the black retaining hinge by prying it open with the metal spudger; Your fingernails will work as well.

Schritt 8

Remove the connector from the motherboard by pulling it free at the base.
Make sure to pull from the base of the connector wire, as it is very easy to rip the wire from the screen.