Introduction
This guide explains how to remove the brushes from your iRobot Roomba 551, either for replacement or cleaning.
What you need
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While holding the side brush in place, use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the 4.5mm screw from the center of the brush.
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Rotate the Roomba upside-down so the bottom is facing towards you.
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Using a Phillips #2 screwdriver, remove the captive screws that hold the bottom plate in place.
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Pinch the yellow tabs on the sides of the brush cage and lift up to open.
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Ask FixBot
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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Should be no need to remove the back plate. Just open the brush cage and lift out the brushes
I did all that, bought a new brush cage and it is still announcing error 2-clean brushes.
