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Introduction

Use this guide to remove the lens mount ring. This particular Canon SLR has a plastic lens mount ring that can wear faster than the metal lens mount rings on other models.

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Step 1 Latch Side Cover

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Remove the two 3mm (1/8") black screws from the side cover using a #00 Phillips screwdriver.

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Step 2

On the bottom, remove the 6mm (13/64") screw with the #00 Phillips Screwdriver.
Pry up the panel; starting from the front/bottom corner, as indicated.
There's a concealed lip, under the opposite edge.

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Step 3 Disassembling Canon EOS Rebel XS Front Cover

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Remove three medium length screws from the bottom of the camera

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Step 4

Remove the two medium length screws on the front panel of the camera above the lens mount.
Once you done, you may use the Spudger to panel from non-grip side.
If you start on the grip side, it will be more challenging to loosen the panel.

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Step 5 Canon EOS Rebel XS Lens Mount Ring Replacement

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Remove the five silver screws from the lens mounting ring using a Phillips screwdriver.

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Step 6

Use your fingers to remove the lens mounting ring.
There is a small metal button housed in the ring (red square). Be careful not to lose this piece when removing the ring.