Dell 1710 Replacing the Battery Latch Assembly

Replacing the Battery Latch Assembly
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This procedure assumes that you have completed the removal procedure Removing the Battery Latch Assembly.
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1. Ensure that the battery latch spring is properly mounted on the guide post of the battery latch assembly.
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2. Align the battery release button with the hole in the battery latch assembly, then press the button into place.
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3. Replace the M2 x 3-mm screw that holds the battery release button in the battery latch assembly.
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4. Align the guide post on the battery latch assembly with the slot on the base of the computer, then lower the latch assembly into place.
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5. Replace the system board (see Replacing the System Board Assembly).
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6. Connect the cable that secures the internal card with Bluetooth wireless technology to the system board (see Replacing the Card).
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7. Replace the optical drive (see Replacing the Optical Drive).
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8. Replace the palm rest (see Replacing the Palm Rest).
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9. Replace the display assembly (see Replacing the Display Assembly).
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10. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Keyboard).
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11. Replace the hinge cover (see Replacing the Hinge Cover).
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12. Replace the fan (see Replacing the Fan).
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13. Replace the hard drive (see Replacing the Hard Drive).
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14. Replace the WLAN card (see Replacing a WLAN Card).
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CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, follow the safety instructions that shipped with your computer.
NOTICE: Ensure the battery latch assembly is properly oriented. The indent for the screw should face up when installing the assembly.
NOTICE: The battery release button is keyed to ensure proper alignment. If you feel resistance, check the alignment of the release button.