Dell Inspiron 13z N301Z - Display; Removing the Hinge Caps; Replacing the Hinge Caps

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 Display
Dell™Inspiron™M301Z/N301ZServiceManual
Hinge Caps
Display Assembly
Display Bezel
Display Panel
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Hinge Caps
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Removing the Hinge Caps
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1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.
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2. Remove the battery (see Removing the Battery).
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3. Remove the module cover (see Removing the Module Cover).
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4. Remove the memory module(s) (see Removing the Memory Module(s)).
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5. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Keyboard).
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6. Remove the palm rest (see Removing the Palm Rest).
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7. Remove the Bluetooth card (see Removing the Bluetooth Card).
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8. Using a plastic scribe, release the hinge caps from the display assembly.
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Replacing the Hinge Caps
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WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best
practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
CAUTION: Onlyacertifiedservicetechnicianshouldperformrepairsonyourcomputer.DamageduetoservicingthatisnotauthorizedbyDell™
is not covered by your warranty.
CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal
surface (such as a connector on your computer).
CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see Removing the Battery) before working inside the
computer.
CAUTION: The hinge caps are extremely fragile. Be careful when removing the hinge caps to prevent damaging them.
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plastic scribe
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hinge caps (2)