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Garmin Forerunner 25 Motherboard Replacement

Introduction

The motherboard is an essential component of any electronic device. Always use caution when working on these components.

What you need

  1. Garmin Forerunner 25 Motherboard Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Power off your watch before disassembling it.

    • Place the watch on a hard surface with the screen facing down.

    • Unscrew the four 7.0 mm screws located at each corner using a T5 screwdriver.

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  2. Garmin Forerunner 25 Motherboard Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Pry the old battery out using a plastic spudger.

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  4. Garmin Forerunner 25 Motherboard Replacement, Motherboard: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Unscrew the two T4 6 mm screws located on both sides of the motherboard.

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  5. Garmin Forerunner 25 Motherboard Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Lift the motherboard up using a plastic spudger.

    • Ribbon cables are still attached underneath—be careful when prying the motherboard up.

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  6. Garmin Forerunner 25 Motherboard Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Flip the ZIF connectors using a plastic spudger tool.

    • Remove the motherboard.

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Conclusion

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

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