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ThinkPad X1 Carbon Push Button Controls Replacement

Introduction

In this guide the push button is replaced. If the button is no longer working or the button is sticky this is the guide for you.

What you need

  1. ThinkPad X1 Carbon Push Button Controls Replacement, Push Button Controls: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Unscrew the seven screws located on the back of the device.

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  2. ThinkPad X1 Carbon Push Button Controls Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

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

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  3. ThinkPad X1 Carbon Push Button Controls Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

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

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  5. ThinkPad X1 Carbon Push Button Controls Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Use the Plastic Spudger to gently release the ribbon cable attached to the keyboard.

    • Place device to side.

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    • Unlock and remove the 3 ribbon cables along the top of the keyboard tray.

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  7. ThinkPad X1 Carbon Push Button Controls Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Locate and unscrew the 3 silver screws.

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  8. ThinkPad X1 Carbon Push Button Controls Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Gently wiggle and lift the Push Button board from the keyboard tray.

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Conclusion

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

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