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Garmin Nuvi 42LM Battery Replacement

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    • Remove the four screws on the back of the GPS using the T5 Torx screwdriver.

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    • Pry the GPS open using a plastic opening tool.

    • When prying open the device, use caution to avoid damaging the motherboard.

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    • Using the T5 Torx screwdriver, remove the two screws located on the motherboard.

    • There are two screws - one in the back and one in the front.

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    • Move the motherboard from from its designated location on the GPS.

    • Do not pull on red, green, and black cables when repositioning the motherboard.

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    • Gently unplug the red, green, and black bundled cable to remove the battery.

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    • Use blue plastic opening tool to carefully pry the battery from the GPS.

    • You might need to use additional force when prying because there is adhesive glue on the back of the battery.

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