Lenovo Thinkpad T430 Keyboard Replacement

ID: 180271

Description: The keyboard is a key component to any...

Steps:

1. Place the laptop so that the bottom is facing up.
2. Slide the battery unlock lever to the right.
3. Gently pull the battery outwards from the body of the device.

4. Remove the two screws that hold the RAM door in place using a Phillips #000 screwdriver.
5. Remove the back panel.

6. Remove the two screws in the middle panel using a Phillips #000 screwdriver.

7. Flip the laptop over and open the lid.
8. Push the keyboard forward from the space bar while applying pressure to lift up the keyboard.
9. Carefully unplug and disconnect the ribbon cable.
10. Pulling too hard on the ribbon cable may cause damage to the device. Make sure to disconnect the ribbon cable before completely removing the keyboard.