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  • Peel the piece of tape covering the display data cable connector away from the edge closest to the LCD.

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  • Use the tip of a spudger to flip up the thin steel retaining clip securing the display data cable to its socket on the LCD.

  • Pull the display data cable straight away from its socket on the LCD.

  • Lift the LCD out of the display assembly and set it aside.

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  • Remove the two small pieces of black tape securing the antenna cables to the rear display bezel.

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  • Remove the four 2.3 mm Phillips screws securing the two antennas to the rear display bezel.

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  • Remove the single 3.3 mm Phillips screw securing the lower antenna ground strap to the rear display bezel.

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  • De-route the antenna cables from the slot cut into the rear display bezel.

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  • Carefully pull the antenna cables out from under the frame attached to the rear display bezel and remove them from the display assembly.

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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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