Removing the Hinge Saddles

(HP Authorized Service Providers Only)

Required Equipment

•#0 Phillips screwdriver.

Removal Procedure

1.Unplug the AC adapter, if present, and remove the battery.

2.Remove these additional assemblies:

•Keyboard cover (page 2-9).

•Keyboard (page 2-11).

•Display assembly (page 2-18).

•Top case (page 2-27).

3.Remove the retaining screws from the right hinge saddle, and lift the hinge saddle out of the notebook.

4.Remove the retaining screws from the left hinge saddle, and lift the hinge saddle out of the notebook.

Caution

Be careful not to damage the volume control PCA (if present) after removing the right hinge saddle. If excessive handling of the bottom case is anticipated, it is recommended that you remove the PCA to avoid accidentally displacing it.

2-30 Removal and Replacement

Technology Code IC)