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Garmin Approach S2 Screen Replacement

Introduction

In this guide there are delicate parts that will very easily break under tension. Keep this in mind as your move forwards.

What you need

  1. Garmin Approach S2 Screen Replacement, Back Cover: step 1, image 1 of 2 Garmin Approach S2 Screen Replacement, Back Cover: step 1, image 2 of 2

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

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  2. Garmin Approach S2 Screen Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • 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.

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  3. Careful: step 3 is sourced from a guide that's marked as in-progress.

    Garmin Approach S2 Screen Replacement, Water Proof Gasket: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the orange gasket.

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  5. Garmin Approach S2 Screen Replacement, Screen: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the screen and motherboard assembly from the case.

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  6. Garmin Approach S2 Screen Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

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

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  7. Garmin Approach S2 Screen Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the screen from the golden metal clip.

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  8. Garmin Approach S2 Screen Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1

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

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  9. Garmin Approach S2 Screen Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 2 Garmin Approach S2 Screen Replacement: step 8, image 2 of 2

    • 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.

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  10. Garmin Approach S2 Screen Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the screen from the motherboard.

    • Notice our tape retaining the connector to the screen. This is so easy to rip!

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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