1. Product Overview

This is a genuine OEM pull LCD touch screen display with frame, removed from an original Garmin DriveSmart 61 unit. It does not include adhesive. It is intended for users replacing a cracked, unresponsive, or otherwise damaged display on their DriveSmart 61 unit.

2. Compatibility

Compatible:

• Garmin DriveSmart 61 LMT-S (North America / UK region)
• Garmin DriveSmart 61 LMT-D (Europe region — same 6.95" / 1024x600 display hardware reported by manufacturer part number 010-01681-13)

Not confirmed:

• Garmin DriveSmart 65 / 66 (different display generations)
• Garmin Drive 61 LM / LMT-S (separate product line, despite similar naming)
• Garmin DriveSmart 71 / 76 (larger screen sizes)

The DriveSmart 61 was sold under two regional suffixes — LMT-S (North America) and LMT-D (Europe, with DAB traffic) — which share the same 6.95" edge-to-edge display and are commonly cross-listed under a single part number (010-01681-13). Confirm the exact model printed on the back of your device before ordering, and avoid confusing it with the separate Drive 61 or DriveSmart 65/71/76 product lines.

3. 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

4. Key Features

• Genuine OEM pull — sourced from an original Garmin DriveSmart 61 unit, not aftermarket
• Combined LCD panel and capacitive touch digitizer layer
• Includes outer frame/bezel
• Does not include adhesive; adhesive should be sourced separately for reassembly
• Matches original display specification: 6.95" edge-to-edge diagonal (152 x 89 mm active area), 1024 x 600 resolution, capacitive touchscreen

5. Specifications

6. Installation Notes

Replacing this component involves opening the device housing and disconnecting the internal flex 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. This repair involves flex connectors and precise alignment, so professional installation or prior repair experience is recommended to avoid damaging the connector or surrounding components.

7. What Is Included

• 1x Garmin DriveSmart 61 LCD touch screen display with frame (OEM pull)
• Frame/bezel: included
• Adhesive: not included

8. Buying Checklist

• Confirm your device is the Garmin DriveSmart 61 (LMT-S or LMT-D), not Drive 61, DriveSmart 65, or DriveSmart 71/76
• Note that adhesive is not included — source separately for reassembly
• Compare the connector position and flex cable orientation with your original screen before ordering
• Confirm whether professional installation is required for your comfort level

9. FAQ

Q: My screen is flickering or acting erratically, with parts of it activating on their own — is this a screen problem?
A: One reported case involved intermittent phantom touch input on a DriveSmart 61 LMT-S — the display would register presses (such as jumping to the speed data screen) with nothing physically touching it, even while stationary. This kind of erratic touch behavior points to a digitizer or touch-layer fault rather than a software issue.
Source: GPS Review Forums — Garmin DriveSmart 61 Screen Problems

Q: My screen went dark or started flashing after a software/map update — do I need a new screen?
A: Not necessarily. In one reported case, a DriveSmart 61 LMT-S screen went dark and flashed intermittently after a firmware and map update, which pointed to a firmware glitch rather than a hardware fault, and the display eventually came back after a reset.
Source: JustAnswer — DriveSmart 61 LMT-S Screen Blackout After Update

Q: My DriveSmart 61 won't turn on or charge at all — is the screen the cause?
A: Not always. In a reported case, a DriveSmart 61 LMT-S that wouldn't turn on or charge was traced to a possible battery or charging port issue rather than the display itself — worth ruling out with a different cable and a soft reset (holding the power button ~15 seconds) before assuming the screen needs replacement.
Source: JustAnswer — Why Won't My Garmin DriveSmart 61 LMT-S Turn On?

Q: Does installation require professional repair skills?
A: Yes. The repair involves device disassembly, flex cable connection, and applying adhesive separately during reassembly, so professional installation or prior repair experience is recommended to avoid damaging the connector.

Q: What should I check before ordering?
A: Confirm the exact model (Garmin DriveSmart 61 LMT-S or LMT-D, not Drive 61 or DriveSmart 65/71/76), compare your original screen's connector, and plan to source adhesive separately since it is not included.

Package Include

• Repair parts are shown in the picture.

Product Inspection

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