Dell Latitude D430 (Mid 2007) - Manual (Page 112)

112 Adding and Replacing Parts
Hinge Cover
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product
Information Guide.
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically
touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).
NOTICE: The hinge cover is fragile and can be damaged if extreme force is used. Be careful when removing the
hinge cover.
1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 103.
2 Open the display all the way (180 degrees) so that it rests on your work surface.
NOTICE: To avoid damaging the hinge cover, do not lift the cover on both sides simultaneously.
3 Starting on the right side of the computer, use a plastic scribe to pry up the hinge cover.
4 Ease the hinge cover up, moving from right to left, and remove it.
5 To replace the hinge cover, insert the left edge of the cover into the hinge cover slot, and press from left
to right until the cover snaps into place.
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