User Guide

© 2003 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved.
 PowerBook G4
Keyboard
Replacement Instructions
Be sure to follow the instructions in this sheet carefully. Failure to follow these instructions
could result in damage to your equipment and may void your warranty.
Note: Written and video instructions covering customer-installable parts are available at
http://www.info.apple.com/installparts/.
Warning: Sharp edges can exist inside your computer and on any parts being
removed or installed. Use caution to avoid injury.
Tools Required
The only tool required for this procedure is a jeweler’s flat-blade screwdriver.
Removing the Keyboard
1. Place your computer on a clean, flat surface.
2. Shut down your computer. Disconnect the power cord and any other cables connected
to the computer.
Warning: Always turn off your computer before opening its case to avoid
damaging its internal components.
3. Close the computer and turn it over. Slide the battery compartment latch (Figure 1A)
to the right to remove the battery (Figure 1B) .
Removing the battery will prevent you from accidentally turning on the computer.
Warning: The internal components of your PowerBook may be hot. If you have
been using your PowerBook, wait 30 minutes after shutting down your
computer to let the internal components cool down before continuing.
4. Turn over the computer and raise the display so you can access the keyboard.
5. Make sure that the keyboard locking screw is not in the locked position (Figure 2) .
Your new PowerBook comes with the keyboard unlocked, so unless you or someone
else locked the keyboard, you can skip this step.