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Garmin Nuvi 2689LMT Speaker Replacement

Introduction

This guide provides step by step instructions for removing and replacing the speaker for your Garmin Nuvi 2689LMT.

What you need

  1. Garmin Nuvi 2689LMT Speaker 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 Speaker 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 Speaker 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 Speaker 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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  5. Garmin Nuvi 2689LMT Speaker 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 Speaker 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 Speaker 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 Speaker Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 2 Garmin Nuvi 2689LMT Speaker 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 Speaker 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 Speaker 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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  12. Garmin Nuvi 2689LMT Speaker Replacement, Speaker: step 11, image 1 of 1

    • Tape the main circuit board onto a clean surface to steady the device.

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  13. Garmin Nuvi 2689LMT Speaker Replacement: step 12, image 1 of 2 Garmin Nuvi 2689LMT Speaker Replacement: step 12, image 2 of 2

    • Melt and separate the the two metal connections on the circuit using a soldering iron then remove the wires using tweezers.

    • Soldering irons will reach extremely high temperatures and should be used with caution.

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  14. Garmin Nuvi 2689LMT Speaker Replacement: step 13, image 1 of 1

    • Retrieve your replacement speaker and re-solder the wires back onto the main circuit board.

    • Try to keep the solder on the metal contact points. Avoid heating the plastic circuit board.

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Conclusion

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

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2 Comments

Hi what's the make and model of the replacement speaker for the nuvi 2689 model. Where can I find that particular part.

dameongulley - Reply

I have the same question for a NVI mode 2699 deaconwes8@gmail.com

wes nash - Reply

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