Replacing an Atari Capacitor
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Introduction
Go to step 1 ↓Before starting this guide you may need some experience with soldering/ desoldering. If you do not know how, you can learn by clicking the link on step 5 (when you have to desolder the aluminum tabs).
What you need
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Before disassembling your Atari Lynx, be sure the device is powered off.
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Remove any game in the console by opening the right latch and sliding the game to the right.
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Remove the four 35 mm Phillips #1 screws at each corner of the backside on the Atari Lynx.
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Pinch the rear panel with your fingers and lift away from the Atari.
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Remove the battery panel by pinching the sides with your fingers and lifting it away from the Atari.
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Remove the control panel by pinching the sides with your fingers and lifting it away from the Atari.
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Desolder the four aluminum tabs and for more information on soldering click here.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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