1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (see Preparation for disassembly on page 33).
2. Remove the bottom cover (see Bottom cover on page 37).
3. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 38).
Remove the display assembly:
1. You can remove the bezel with the display assembly connected to the computer. If you need to remove
the bezel:
a. Release the bottom edge of the display bezel (1) from the display assembly.
b. Release the left and right edges of the display bezel (2) from the display assembly.
c. Release the top edge of the display bezel (3) from the display assembly.
d. Remove the display bezel (4) from the display assembly.
Display adhesive is available in the Adhesive Kit as spare part number M54729-001.
The bezel is available as spare part number M54714-001.
2. You can remove the display panel with the display assembly connected to the computer. If you need to
remove the display panel:
a. The display panel is secured to the display enclosure with tape that is installed under the left and
right sides of the panel. To remove the panel, use tweezers to grasp the end of the tape (1). While
turning the tweezers, wrap the tape around the tweezers (2) as you continue to pull the tape out
from behind the display panel. You must pull the tape multiple times before it is completely
removed.
54 Chapter 6 Removal and replacement procedures for authorized service provider parts