Acer TravelMate P653-M Acer TravelMate P653-M and P653-V Notebook Service Guid - Page 93

Removing the Keyboard 0 + IMPORTANT: The keyboard is easily warped or damaged during the removal process. Take care not to use excessive force when removing. 1. Perform the "Removing the Base Door" procedure described on page 3-13. 2. Remove the screws securing the keyboard. Figure 1-26. Keyboard Screws Table 3-7. Screws Step Keyboard Disassembly Screw M2.5 × L7 Quantity 2 Screw Type 3. Turn the computer over and open the LCD panel. 4. Use a non-marring plastic flat-blade screwdriver to push the latches on the top side of the keyboard. Figure 1-27. Keyboard Latches Machine Maintenance 3-21