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Garmin Nuvi 2689LMT Main Circuit Board Replacement

Introduction

The main circuit board controls all aspects of the device. It also houses the Blue-tooth and satellite up-link components.

What you need

  1. Garmin Nuvi 2689LMT Main Circuit Board Replacement, Main Circuit Board: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Begin by removing the stand by depressing the tab and rocking the round interface back toward you, pulling it away from the Garmin unit.

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  2. Garmin Nuvi 2689LMT Main Circuit Board Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the four, 4mm hex screws at the four corners of the device using a T5 bit.

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  3. Garmin Nuvi 2689LMT Main Circuit Board Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Place the unit screen-side down flat, with the bottom facing you. There are two seams, the one on top is artificial.

    • Pry open the seam with a prying tool.

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  4. Garmin Nuvi 2689LMT Main Circuit Board Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Firmly force a plastic spudger into the bottom seam and pry open a section. Use a prying/pushing motion to force the spudger into the unit.

    • Repeat this all the way around the seam.

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  6. Garmin Nuvi 2689LMT Main Circuit Board Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Do not attempt to separate the unit until all the tabs have been separated. Once the seam is completely separated, you can lift the back away from the screen easily.

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  7. Garmin Nuvi 2689LMT Main Circuit Board Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • The battery is connected to the main circuit board via two wires, red and green in color, and is attached with a white connector.

    • Detach with a pry tool.

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  8. Garmin Nuvi 2689LMT Main Circuit Board Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • The white battery is attached to the casing with an adhesive. Separate it with a prying tool.

    • Removing the battery protects it from damage and gives you more room to work.

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  9. Garmin Nuvi 2689LMT Main Circuit Board Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 2 Garmin Nuvi 2689LMT Main Circuit Board Replacement: step 8, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the four, 4mm hex screws with a T5 bit.

    • These are located near the four corners of the main circuit board, as shown.

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  10. Garmin Nuvi 2689LMT Main Circuit Board Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 1

    • Carefully pick up and remove the main circuit board from the device’s plastic casing.

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  11. Garmin Nuvi 2689LMT Main Circuit Board Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the speaker - located on the device as shown - from the plastic casing using a prying tool. Use the prying tool around the entire rim of the speaker to ensure a clean removal.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order, using a new circuit board.

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