Product Overview

This is a genuine OEM pull LCD touch screen display with frame, removed from an original Garmin DriveSmart 60LMT unit. It does not include adhesive. It is intended for users replacing a cracked, unresponsive, or otherwise damaged display on their DriveSmart 60LMT unit.

Compatibility

Compatible:

• Garmin DriveSmart 60LMT

Not confirmed:

• Garmin Drive 60LMT / Drive 60LM (similar 6" / 800x480 display, but a separate product line released in 2015; connector and hardware revisions not guaranteed to match)
• Garmin DriveSmart 60LMT-D (regional DAB traffic variant)
• Garmin DriveSmart 61 / 65 / 66 (different display generations)
• Other Drive or DriveSmart series 60-series models

Garmin's 60-series lineup includes closely related models such as the DriveSmart 60LMT, DriveSmart 60LMT-D, Drive 60LMT, and Drive 60LM. While several of these share a similar 6" / 800 x 480 display, internal hardware and connectors can differ across product lines and regional variants. Confirm the exact model printed on the back of your device before ordering.

Common Replacement Scenarios

This part is typically needed when the original display shows:

• Cracked or shattered glass
• Unresponsive or partially unresponsive touchscreen
• Dead pixels or display artifacts
• No image / black screen despite the unit powering on
• Discoloration, flickering, or abnormal display output

Key Features

• Genuine OEM pull — sourced from an original Garmin DriveSmart 60LMT unit, not aftermarket
• Combined LCD panel and touch digitizer layer
• Includes outer frame/bezel
• Does not include adhesive; adhesive should be sourced separately for reassembly
• Matches original display specification: 6" / 6.1" diagonal, 800 x 480 resolution, dual-orientation touchscreen

Specifications

Installation Notes

Replacing this component involves opening the device housing and disconnecting the internal ribbon cable that links the screen to the mainboard. Since adhesive is not included, reassembly requires separately sourced adhesive strips to properly seat the frame against the housing. After reinstalling the screen, touch calibration is typically required. This repair involves ribbon connectors and precise alignment, so professional installation or prior repair experience is recommended to avoid damaging the connector or surrounding components.

What Is Included

• 1x Garmin DriveSmart 60LMT LCD touch screen display with frame (OEM pull)
• Frame/bezel: included
• Adhesive: not included

Buying Checklist

• Confirm your device is the Garmin DriveSmart 60LMT (check for regional variants like 60LMT-D, or the separate Drive 60LMT/60LM line)
• Note that adhesive is not included — source separately for reassembly
• Compare the connector position and ribbon cable orientation with your original screen before ordering
• Confirm whether professional installation is required for your comfort level
• Plan to recalibrate the touchscreen after installation

FAQ

Q: My screen won't turn on / stays blank — is this a screen problem or something else?
A: A blank display can indicate an internal display failure that requires replacing the screen, though a device that fails to power on entirely can also result from circuit failure, liquid damage, or overheating — worth ruling out with a soft reset before assuming the screen itself is at fault.
Source: iFixit — Garmin DriveSmart 60 LMT Display Won't Turn On iFixit

Q: My screen lights up but touch input doesn't respond correctly — is that a screen issue?
A: Touch input that is inaccurate or completely unresponsive while the display still lights up can result from a shift in internal components, such as the ribbon cable connecting the screen to the motherboard working loose over time.
Source: iFixit — Garmin DriveSmart 60 LMT Display Won't Turn On iFixit

Q: Do I need to calibrate the new screen after installing it?
A: Yes. On this generation of Garmin device, holding pressure on the upper-left corner of the screen for about 10 seconds brings up the calibration screen, where you tap several points to align touch input.
Source: iFixit — Garmin Drive 60LM Troubleshooting Garmin

Q: My screen is cracked or distorted — does that mean the whole device is broken?
A: Not necessarily. A display that is cracked, distorted, or shows no image while the device is otherwise powered on typically points to an internal display failure rather than a full device failure, so replacing just the screen is usually enough.
Source: iFixit — Garmin DriveSmart 60 LMT Display Won't Turn On iFixit

Q: Is this compatible with the Garmin Drive 60LM (non-LMT version)?
A: Not confirmed for this listing. The Drive 60LM is a 6" navigation device with a dual-orientation 800x480 display released in November 2015, a separate product line from the DriveSmart 60LMT. Display specs look similar, but connector and hardware revisions are not guaranteed to match — verify your exact model before ordering.
Source: iFixit — Garmin Drive 60LM Device Page

Q: Does installation require professional repair skills?
A: Yes. Reassembly involves reconnecting the ribbon cable to the motherboard and recalibrating touch response afterward, so professional installation or prior repair experience is recommended to avoid damaging the connector.

Q: What should I check before ordering?
A: Confirm your exact model is DriveSmart 60LMT (not the Drive 60LM, 60LMT-D, or other 60-series variants), compare your original screen's connector, and plan to source adhesive separately since it is not included with this listing.

Package Include

• Repair parts are shown in the picture.

Product Inspection

• Display Screen Check
• Cable Connection Check
• Frame Waterproof Test
• Contact Oxidation Inspection