Chapter 8. FRU replacement notices
This chapter presents notices related to removing and replacing parts. Read this chapter carefully before replacing any FRU.
Screw notices
Loose screws can cause a reliability problem. In the ThinkPad Notebook, this problem is addressed with special
•They maintain tight connections.
•They do not easily come loose, even with shock or vibration.
•They are harder to tighten.
•Each one should be used only once.
Do the following when you service this machine:
•Keep the screw kit (for the P/N, see Miscellaneous parts) in your tool bag.
•Always use new screws.
•Use a torque screwdriver if you have one.
Tighten screws as follows:
•Plastic to plastic
Turn an additional 90 degrees after the screw head touches the surface of the plastic part:
•Logic card to plastic
Turn an additional 180 degrees after the screw head touches the surface of the logic card:
•Torque driver
If you have a torque driver, refer to the “Torque” column for each step.
–Make sure that you use the correct screw. If you have a torque screwdriver, tighten all screws firmly to the torque shown in the table. Never use a screw that you removed. Use a new one. Make sure that all of the screws are tightened firmly.
–Ensure torque screw drivers are calibrated correctly following country specifications.
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