How to Remove and Repair a 2006-2008 Malibu Medallion Info Center

By MTC Screens
4 min read
Medallion Info Center 3 inch before and after repair

Faded face, a darkened LCD you can barely read in the sun, or a faint image that comes and goes? Here is how to remove your Malibu Medallion Info Center and how we restore it for about half the cost of a new unit.

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What Is the Medallion Info Center?

The small 3 inch LCD at the helm of many Malibu, Tige, and Supra boats.

The Medallion Info Center 3 inch is the dash display that shows engine diagnostics, ballast levels, speed, and other vital boat information. It was used on many Malibu, Tige, and Supra boats. After 15 to 20 years in the sun, most units show one or more of several common failures.

Part numbers this guide covers

1539-10505-001539-10504-001539-10207-001539-10220-001539-10223-001539-10226-00372800137280023728003

Malibu: 1539-10505-00, 1539-10504-00, 1539-10207-00, 1539-10220-00, 3728001, 3728002, 3728003, 3728003.1, 3728002.1
Tige: 1539-10223-00
Supra: 1539-10226-00

Malibu Info Center overlay components
The Info Center overlay and components we replace.
ℹ️ Tip: Your part number is printed on a label on the back of the display. Pull the unit and check it before ordering.
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4 Common Info Center Failures

These are the issues we see most often on these displays.

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Faded LCD

The face and LCD lose brightness and contrast over time, and text becomes harder to read.

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Burned Capacitors

The capacitors burn up, which causes a faint or dim image, or the display shuts off.

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Peeling Overlay

The printed overlay with the labels becomes faded, peeling, and cracked.

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Darkened LCD

The LCD darkens from years of sun exposure, making the screen hard to read in daylight.

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Why Info Center Screens Fail

It comes down to years of sun and heat at the helm.

These displays were not designed for the intense UV exposure and heat cycling of a boat dash. After 15 to 20 years the LCD and overlay plastic degrade in sunlight, which causes the fading, peeling, and darkening. Repeated heating and cooling cause the capacitors to burn up, which is what produces the faint or dim image.

The good news: all of these failures are reversible with new components.

Capacitors being replaced on a Medallion Info Center board to fix a faint or blank image
Replacing the capacitors to fix a faint or blank image.
⚠️ Heads up: These issues tend to get worse over time, so it is worth addressing early while the rest of the unit is still healthy.
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How to Remove a Malibu Medallion Info Center

It takes just a few screws and a couple of minutes.

  1. 1Turn off the engine and disconnect the negative battery terminal to avoid accidental shorts.
  2. 2Remove the two screws in the Malibu logo on the face of the unit.
  3. 3Remove the single screw on the top in the middle.
  4. 4That whole piece will then slide out of the dash. Disconnect the connectors on the back and set the unit aside.
  5. 5There are some screws on the back side that hold the chrome piece in. Remove those to separate the bezel.
Two screws to remove in the Malibu emblem on the Medallion Info Center
The two screws to remove inside the Malibu emblem.
Screws on the back side holding the chrome bezel
More screws to remove on the back side. Some owners like to paint the chrome bezel satin black for a custom look while it is apart, though that part is up to you.
✅ Tip: Take a photo of every connector before you unplug it so reinstallation is simple.
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The Result

Back on the water, looking better than new.

"Screen looks like it did 18 years ago. Had it out on the water recently and had zero issues. 10/10 would recommend anyone experiencing issues with their screen to get this repair done." — Joseph M Zelek, 2016 Malibu 242x

Medallion Info Center after restoration, bright and crisp like new
After restoration: bright, crisp, and new.
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What Our Repair Includes

Brand new OEM parts that fix all of the common issues.

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Brand new OEM overlayA factory overlay replaces the faded, peeling, and cracked original.
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Brand new OEM LCDA new LCD clears the darkening and fading from years of sun exposure.
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New updated SMD capacitorsFresh, updated capacitors fix the faint or blank image.
✅ Save on parts: You can choose only the parts you need. If just one part has failed, we can replace that one item instead of the full set.
Medallion Info Center overlay before and after replacement
The overlay before and after. A fresh, sharp face replaces the faded and cracked original.
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2 Ways to Fix Your Display

Pick the option that fits your timeline.

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Mail-In Repair

Send us your display and we replace the LCD, overlay, and capacitors, then ship it back.

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DIY Repair Kit

Install it yourself while keeping your original as a backup. Zero downtime.

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