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DeWalt DW997 Motor Replacement

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Time Required: 15 - 35 minutes
Difficulty: Moderate
DeWalt DW997 Motor Replacement

Introduction

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If the drill is on but not spinning, then the motor should be replaced.

What you need

Tools

    1. DeWalt DW997 Motor Replacement, Speed Switch: step 1, image 1 of 2 DeWalt DW997 Motor Replacement, Speed Switch: step 1, image 2 of 2
      • Remove seven 21 mm Torx T15 screws.

      • Remove one 18 mm Torx T10 screw.

      • After removing all screws, lift up the top yellow cover.

      • The yellow cover should easily lift up, if not, check for unscrewed screws.

      • Do not pry the two yellow covers apart, they can crack.

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    2. DeWalt DW997 Motor Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1
      • Lift the components out of the casing. These include: motor, gear assembly, trigger assembly and chuck.

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    3. DeWalt DW997 Motor Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1
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      • Using the tweezers, grab the metal leg on either side of the switch and lift it outwards from the case.

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    4. DeWalt DW997 Motor Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1
      • Remove the other leg manually, it should easily come out.

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    1. DeWalt DW997 Motor Replacement, Motor: step 5, image 1 of 2 DeWalt DW997 Motor Replacement, Motor: step 5, image 2 of 2
      • Use a Torx T10 screw bit to remove the four 11mm screws around the motor.

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    2. DeWalt DW997 Motor Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 2 DeWalt DW997 Motor Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 2
      • Pull off the two wires that connect the motor to the trigger.

      • Be careful while pulling the wires as they can tear.

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Conclusion

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

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