Screw Identification And Tightening; Figure 2. Main Battery Assembly Removal; Figure 3. Screw Identification - Dell Latitude L400 Service Manual

battery latch
battery

Figure 2. Main Battery Assembly Removal

9. Ground yourself by touching the unpainted metal surface of an I/O
connector on the back of the computer.
NOTICE: While you work, periodically touch the I/O panel to
dissipate any static electricity that might harm components.

Screw Identification and Tightening

The illustrations in the following removal procedures provide lengths of the
correct screws for each procedure. Figure 3 shows examples. Match the actual
screw to the illustration to check for correct length.

Figure 3. Screw Identification

NOTICE: When reinstalling a screw, you must use a screw of the
correct length. Otherwise, you could damage the hardware. Make
sure that the screw is properly aligned with its corresponding hole,
and avoid overtightening.
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