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Question posted by wldmnjj on April 16th, 2014

How To Calibrate A Garmin Nuvi Lm 40

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Answer #1: Posted by waelsaidani1 on April 16th, 2014 11:26 AM
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1.Start with the device turned off and disconnected from power
2.Press and hold the top left corner of the touchscreen
3.Power the device on while continuing to apply light pressure to the screen
4.Release the touchscreen once the screen displays "Press dot"
5.Accurately touch the center of the dots that appear on the screen
(The dots will change location)
6.Touch OK when "Calibration Complete" appears

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