Siemens CL75 Motherboard Replacement

ID: 162852

Description:

Steps:

1. To remove the battery cover push it with two thumbs away from the device.

2. Though it's possible to remove the battery without tools it is very difficult and will likely result in splitting your nails
3. Use a toothpick or spudger to remove the battery.

4. Unscrew the 4 TR5 Torx screws. Two of which have warranty void stickers.
5. Open the clamshell and insert an opening pick via the bottom corners.
6. Pry around the sides of the device with an opening pick.
7. The areas by the hinge are harder to remove. Take your time and go slowly.
8. Unclip the one half of the top side and then it should be safe to lift the button membranes out.

9. Remove the one TR5 Torx screw holding the hinge and cables in place.
10. The screw is smaller than the other screws do not mix them up.
11. Do not remove the motherboard as it's still connected.
12. The screen is connected via a ribbon cable underneath the board. Remove it with a spudger.
13. Lift the board out, turn it around and place it on the left of the frame.
14. The antenna is still connected. Do not break it.

15. Use a spudger to disconnect the antenna by placing it under the cable and pulling it up.