ThinkPad X1 Carbon Battery Replacement - iFixit Repair Guide

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Step 1 Battery

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Unscrew the seven screws located on the back of the device

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Step 2

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Slide the plastic the spudger along the edge of the device to separate the keyboard tray.

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Step 3

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Flip the device over and open it to lift the keyboard tray from the body of the device .

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Step 4

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Gently release the ribbon cable attached to the keyboard.
Gently Place keyboard tray to side.

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Step 5

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Unscrew the 4 screws holding the battery in place.

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Step 6

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Unlock and remove the ribbon cable running over the top of the battery.

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Step 7

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Gently pull the battery connection from the motherboard .

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Conclusion

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

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