Garmin Forerunner 25 Screen Replacement - iFixit Repair Guide

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Introduction

The screen is a vital component to a digital smart watch. With the right tools, replacing the screen can be done efficiently and effectively.

What you need

1. Step 1 Battery
  Power off your watch before disassembling it.
  
  Place the watch on a hard surface with the screen facing down.
  
  Unscrew the four 7.0 mm screws located at each corner using a T5 screwdriver.
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2. Step 2
  Pry the old battery out using a plastic spudger.
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1. Step 3 Motherboard
  Unscrew the two T4 6 mm screws located on both sides of the motherboard.
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3. Step 4
  Lift the motherboard up using a plastic spudger.
  
  Ribbon cables are still attached underneath—be careful when prying the motherboard up.
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4. Step 5
  Flip the ZIF connectors using a plastic spudger tool.
  
  Remove the motherboard.
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1. Step 6 Screen
  Remove gold piece in the corner using the pointed side of the 4 spudger.
  
  Any spudger with a pointed end should work to remove this piece.
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2. Step 7
  Pry the screen up with a plastic opening tool.
  
  Any plastic tool with a flat edge should work to remove the screen.
  
  Remove the screen.
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Conclusion

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

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