Service Manual

Replacing the display hinges

NOTE: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the

steps in Before working inside your computer. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After working

inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/

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Topics:

• Procedure

• Post-requisites

Procedure

1. Align the screw holes on the display hinges with the screw holes on the display back-cover and antenna assembly.

2. Replace the two screws (M2x2.5) and four screws (M2.5x2.5) that secure the display hinges to the display back-cover and

antenna assembly.

3. Route the antenna cables through the routing guides on the display back cover and secure it in place.

Post-requisites

1. Replace the display panel.

2. Replace the display assembly.

3. Replace the wireless card.

4. Replace the battery.

5. Replace the base cover.

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