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Magellan RoadMate 1440 Power Switch Replacement

Introduction

Follow this guide to replace the power switch on your device.

What you need

  1. Magellan RoadMate 1440 Power Switch Replacement, Magellan RoadMate 1440 Back Cover Disassembly: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Place the GPS with the screen facing down.

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    • Remove the four 4.2 mm screws on the back cover of the device using a Phillips #0 screwdriver.

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    • Remove the two 4.2mm screws at the bottom of the device using a Phillips #0 screwdriver.

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    • Insert the black spudger into the crease in the side of the GPS.

    • Move the end of the spudger down to break the seal between the two plastic shells.

    • Continue doing this along each side of the GPS to ensure a smooth removal.

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    • Fully separate the two sides of the case.

    • Remove the tape on the battery wires and the tape on the speaker wires.

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  7. Magellan RoadMate 1440 Power Switch Replacement, Power Switch: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Once the back cover has been removed, lift the power switch from the device.

    • This is only a sliding switch, the button to power the device on is inside the unit

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Conclusion

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

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