Compaq N160 manual Remove the hinge covers

Removal and Replacement Procedures

5.Insert a small straight edge tool (screwdriver or tweezers) into the notch 1 in the hinge cover and partially lift the hinge cover 2 (Figure 5-15).

6.When the hooks 3 on the inside and outside edges of the hinge covers are exposed, press in on the edges of the hinge covers to disengage them from the top cover.

7.Remove the hinge covers 4.

✎The hinge covers are included in the Plastics and Hardware Kit (spare part number 251365-001).

8.Remove the four silver M2 × 10.5 screws 5 from the computer rear panel.

Figure 5-15. Removing the Hinge Covers and Display Screws

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