Adding and Replacing Parts 173
Hinge Cover
Removing the Hinge Cover
CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety
instructions in the Product Information Guide.
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the
back panel) on the computer.
NOTICE: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery
(see "Before Working Inside Your Computer" on page 156) before working inside the
computer.
NOTICE: The hinge cover is fragile and can be damaged if extreme force is used.
Be careful when removing the hinge cover.
1
Follow the instructions in "Before Working Inside Your Computer" on
page 156.
NOTICE: To help avoid damage to the hinge cover, ensure that it is snapped
securely into place before you rotate the display open to 180 degrees.
2
Open the display all the way (180 degrees) so that it lies flat against your
work surface.
3
Using a small plastic scribe, insert the scribe on the right side to gently pry
the hinge cover loose.
4
Pulling up from right to left, remove the hinge cover.
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