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Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Kickstand Replacement

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Time Required: 10 - 15 minutes
Difficulty: Moderate
Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Kickstand Replacement

Introduction

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Follow this guide to replace a broken or damaged kickstand on your Surface Pro 7+ tablet.

What you need

Parts

Tools

    1. Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Kickstand Replacement, Before you begin: step 1, image 1 of 1
      • Before starting your repair, unplug all cables and fully shut down your Surface Pro.

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    1. Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Kickstand Replacement, Open the kickstand: step 2, image 1 of 2 Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Kickstand Replacement, Open the kickstand: step 2, image 2 of 2
      • Open the kickstand to about 90 degrees.

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    1. Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Kickstand Replacement, Remove the kickstand screws: step 3, image 1 of 3 Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Kickstand Replacement, Remove the kickstand screws: step 3, image 2 of 3 Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Kickstand Replacement, Remove the kickstand screws: step 3, image 3 of 3
      • While holding the kickstand behind the hinge with your finger, use a Torx Plus 3IP screwdriver to remove the two 2.7 mm‑long screws from each hinge (four total).

      • Make sure the screws don't fall into the hinge cutouts.

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    2. Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Kickstand Replacement, Lay the kickstand down: step 4, image 1 of 2 Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Kickstand Replacement, Lay the kickstand down: step 4, image 2 of 2
      • Lay the kickstand down towards the top of the device so it's lying flat.

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    3. Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Kickstand Replacement, Reposition the hinges: step 5, image 1 of 3 Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Kickstand Replacement, Reposition the hinges: step 5, image 2 of 3 Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Kickstand Replacement, Reposition the hinges: step 5, image 3 of 3
      • Wrap your finger in a clean cloth and push both hinges down to about 30 degrees.

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    4. Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Kickstand Replacement, Flip the kickstand over: step 6, image 1 of 2 Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Kickstand Replacement, Flip the kickstand over: step 6, image 2 of 2
      • Flip the kickstand towards the bottom of the device so it's resting on the hinges.

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    5. Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Kickstand Replacement, Remove the kickstand: step 7, image 1 of 2 Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ Kickstand Replacement, Remove the kickstand: step 7, image 2 of 2
      • Firmly secure the device to your work surface with one hand, and use your free hand to pull the kickstand out until both foam tabs slide out.

      • If you're having trouble, make sure the kickstand isn't getting stuck on the hinges—it should slide out fairly easily.

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Conclusion

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

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