Dell XPS M140 MXC051 XPS M140 Service Manual - Page 30

Replacing the Hinge Cover

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1 hinge cover 2 indent Replacing the Hinge Cover CAUTION: Before you perform any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the back panel) on the computer. 1. Follow the instructions in Preparing to Work Inside the Computer. The hinge cover is fragile and can be damaged if extreme force is used. Exercise care when replacing the hinge cover. 2. Follow the instructions in Removing the Hinge Cover. 3. Align the tabs along the left edge of the new hinge cover with the corresponding notches in the computer. 4. Moving from left to right, press down until the hinge cover snaps into place. 5. Replace the two M2 x 3-mm screws inside the battery bay to secure the hinge cover. Back to Contents Page

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1
hinge cover
2
indent
Replacing the Hinge Cover
CAUTION:
Before you perform any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the
Product Information Guide
.
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically
touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the back panel) on the computer.
1. Follow the instructions in
Preparing to Work Inside the Computer
.
The hinge cover is fragile and can be damaged if extreme force is used. Exercise care when replacing the hinge cover.
2. Follow the instructions in
Removing the Hinge Cover
.
3. Align the tabs along the left edge of the new hinge cover with the corresponding notches in the computer.
4. Moving from left to right, press down until the hinge cover snaps into place.
5. Replace the two M2 x 3-mm screws inside the battery bay to secure the hinge cover.
Back to Contents Page