Garmin Fenix 5 Cleaning
Introdução
Ir para o passo 1After months or years of sweat, dust and water your device can become very dirty.
A great problem is non-responsive buttons that can be easily cleaned.
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Remove the strap
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Power-off the device
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Remove the screws on the front using the Torx T4 screwdriver
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Ferramenta utilizada neste passo:Tweezers$4.99
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Remove the small grey arc on the top of the device with the tweezers
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With the tweezers, remove the pin connector linked to the screen
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Remove the screen
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Remove the 2 screws on the motherboard using the PH #000 screwdriver
What size are these screws? I need a replacement ._."
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Remove the 2 screws holding the sensor between the buttons on the right side of the case
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With the tweezers, remove the sensor and detach the case from the motherboard
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Remove the seal around the circumference of the watch casing, as you will be handling the casing a lot and you don’t want to risk tearing the gasket.
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Using the tweezers, remove the circlips around every button very carefully.
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When the circlips are removed, you can pull the buttons off. Do this step carefully because you will also find a return spring inside every button hole
Beware of losing the circlips especially during reinstall. Replacements are $10 USD/50 count. See below.
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Clean the case, including the hole of the buttons
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Clean the buttons and the springs
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(OPTIONAL) You can lubrificate the buttons before re-inserting them in the case
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Reassemble the watch
I have a 5X that needs the battery replaced. it would be great to add the battery replacement to this guide! any chance you could do this ? I purchased the battery already and am ready to do this. Garmin says too bad too sad my device is "end of life" I simply refuse to believe that. It's a $800 device and although it's old(ish) the only thing wrong is the battery.
I Samuel,
Unfortunately, I don't have a Garmin 5X but I've found a video on YouTube that can help you replace the battery: How to replace your aging Garmin Fenix 5X Battery
What is the best lubricant for the buttons? I'm leaning toward a silicone spray, but that may not be too durable.
I decided on graphite so it won't gum up and can be easily powered in to reapply.
Buenas tardes, me ocurre este problema con mi Garmin fénix 6x saphire. El procedimiento sería el mismo?
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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Thanks for that info. In looking at the pictures, I can’t tell which piece is the battery. Do you think it can be easily replaced? Or is it soldered in? Thanks.
Hi,
the battery is visible in the step 5 and step 6.
It is linked to the mainborad with a connector, It’s not soldered.
It’s glued to the back cover but, in my opinion, it can be easy replaced.
The battery type is "361-00097-00"
The nominal specifications are 255mAh, 0.97Wh and 3.8V
On ebay you can find a new battery: https://www.ebay.it/itm/283519139846?has...
I hope this can help
Maybe do You know where to purchase a gaskets?
Unfortunately, I don’t know where you can find it.
I’ve searched on my favourite websites with no luck.
Question: do I need to disasassemble the screen to change only the battery? Can I just access to it by the rear cover?
Thanks for the info!
Hi,
Yes, I think you can remove only the rear cover.
But if your watch is 2-3 years old, I think that cleaning everything it’s worth it.
^_^
Anyone that has done a tear down of Fenix 6? The vibration module is loose and would be good to see if it can be glued back.
Hello, thank you for the article. Is there anyway to clean the button on the motherboard (especially when oxidized)? Some sort of solution or lubricant? I think some seawater snuck into the case (through the button) while pressing the back button under water. I followed your steps to de-assemble the watch and I think the button is somehow stuck, resulting in a kind of random/continuous activity. Thank you. Jacopo
Hi Jacopo,
I suggest cleaning it with isopropyl alcohol or rubbing alcohol. Another solution is to use a mixture of baking soda and water. You can apply the solution using a small paintbrush.
Beware of the circlips: They are easy to lose. (Whoops. Twice.) I bought a replacement here (the 1/8" stainless steel): https://www.mcmaster.com/catalog/130/374...
CORRECTION: Buy the 1/16" size! Then, crimp them before fitting them back on the shaft of the button so they are tight.
The screen of my garmin fenix 5s plus is malfunctioning. It displays horizontal lines only. Do you know if can be repaired?
Hi Jes.
Unfortunately, I don't have this information.
However, I think that I'll probably have to change the screen.
