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Nike SportWatch GPS Front Panel Replacement

Introduction

In this guide you will replace the front panel of the watch. It will involve taking it apart the watch to its entirety and using a heating device to easily remove the screen.

What you need

  1. Nike SportWatch GPS Front Panel Replacement, Front Panel: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Face the watch upside down so that the back of the watch is exposed. Unscrew the six size #000 5 mm long screws on the back using a size 000 Phillips head screwdriver.

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  2. Nike SportWatch GPS Front Panel Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Carefully separate the watch by pulling the band away from the main board.

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  4. Nike SportWatch GPS Front Panel Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Two size #000 2.5 mm long screws will appear at the top of the main board. Unscrew them using a size 000 Phillips head screwdriver.

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  5. Nike SportWatch GPS Front Panel Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Carefully use the blue plastic opening tool to pry the main board out of the front panel.

    • Make sure to be gentle so the ribbon cable that connects to the band does not break, it is fragile and not removable.

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  6. Nike SportWatch GPS Front Panel Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Use an iOpener that has been heated in the microwave for about a minute, or until warm. Place it on the front screen of the watch. Let it rest there for a minute.

    • If you are unfamiliar with this tool use the iOpener guide here

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  7. Nike SportWatch GPS Front Panel Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Push the panel out from the back of the screen, using your fingers.

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Conclusion

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

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Ian Eichorn

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Where I can find the replacement glass? regards

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