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Introduction

The shutter button is one of the most commonly used buttons on a camera. Therefore, it is also the most likely to break.

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Step 1 Outer Case

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Remove the battery and SD card from the camera.

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Step 2

Remove the three 3.8 mm screws from the underside of the camera.
Each of the screws is slightly different, so it is important that you note the original location of each screw.

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Step 3

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Remove the 3.2 mm screw from the right side of the camera.
Remove the 2.2 mm screw from the right side of the camera.
One of these screws is hidden under the USB port cover.
Lift the side panel off.
Remove the 1.8 mm screw from underneath the side panel.

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Step 4

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Remove the two 2.2 mm screws from the left side of the camera.
Lift the plate from the camera.

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Step 5

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Gently lift the rear of the case to remove it from the camera.

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Step 6

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Remove the front of the camera body.
Be sure to keep track of the rubber ring.

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Step 7 Shutter Button

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Next, unscrew the .115 inch screw fastening the shutter button to the camera.
Now lift the button away from the camera, exposing the button board.
You have successfully removed the shutter button.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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Canon Powershot SD550 Shutter Button Replacement

Introduction

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Step 1 Outer Case

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Step 7 Shutter Button

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