C-Cover Keyboard Assembly Replacement Processes (Metal, Fabric); Replacement Process (C-Cover Keyboard Metal Type) - Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Service Manual

C-cover Keyboard Assembly Replacement Processes (Metal, Fabric)

IMPORTANT:
C-cover removal process differs between the metal type and the fabric type C-covers. Be sure to follow
the proper procedure based on the device model and associated C-cover type.

Replacement Process (C-cover Keyboard Metal type)

Preliminary Requirements
IMPORTANT:
Required Tools and Components
• Tools:
o Software Tool – SDT
Isopropyl Alcohol Dispenser (use only 70% IPA)
o
o 5IP (Torx plus) driver
Anti-static wrist strap (1M Ohm resistance)
o
o Recommended: ESD-safe battery cover (13.5" or 15")
• Components:
o C-cover (If replacing refer to Illustrated Service Parts List)
(New 5IP screw quantity= 4 supplied with component)
Prerequisite Steps:
• Power off device – Ensure device is powered off and disconnected from a power supply.
General Safety – Check to make sure that general guidelines and ESD compliance steps are followed prior to
•
opening device. Refer to Prior to Device Disassembly section
• Remove feet – Follow steps for Procedure-Removal (Non-Skid Feet) section
IMPORTANT:
foot sockets prior to C-cover screw removal to avoid the risk of stripping out the C-cover screw(s).
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Devices are built with either a fabric type or metal type C-cover keyboard assembly. The
Be sure to follow all special (bolded) notes of caution within each process section.
Be sure that all foot adhesive remains have been removed from the bottom device case
(page 18) for details.
M1179886
(page 19).