Manuals

Latch Assembly Removal: Dell™ Inspiron™ 7000

To remove the latch assembly, follow these steps:

1. Disconnect the LED cable from connector JP2 on the LED board.
2. Remove the 4-mm screw securing the LED board to the plastic base.
3. Remove the LED board.
4. Remove the (2) 4-mm screws holding the latch cover for the battery bay and options bay.
5. Remove the latch cover.
6. Remove the center lock over the 2 latches with springs.
7. Remove each spring and latch.
   Be careful not to lose the small springs.