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  • Use the flat end of a spudger to pry both antenna connectors up off the antenna board.

  • The black antenna connects near the center of the antenna board.

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  • If necessary, remove the two pieces of tape covering the inverter leads.

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  • The inverter is an extremely thin circuit board that is very delicate and easily cracked. Take care when handling.

  • Use a spudger to raise the end of the inverter out from the clutch cover.

  • Lift the inverter enough to access both cable connectors.

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  • Disconnect both inverter cables by pulling their connectors away from the sockets on the inverter.

  • Remove the inverter from your display and set it aside.

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  • Remove the five Phillips screws securing the LCD retaining bracket to the front display bezel.

  • Lift the LCD retaining bracket off the front display bezel.

  • Some machines do not have this bracket. If your machine is missing the bracket, remove the five screws and proceed to the next step.

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  • The clutch cover is constructed from aluminum and is held on to the clutch hinges with metal clips that require a good deal of force to remove. Proceed with caution.

  • Use your thumbs to push the clutch cover away from the clutch hinges.

  • While pressing with your thumbs, rotate the clutch cover toward yourself about its long edge to pop it off the clutch hinge.

  • It may be necessary to wiggle the clutch cover while pressing it away from the clutch hinges to release the retaining clips.

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  • Repeat this process for the other side of the clutch cover. Once the clutch cover is completely free from the clutch hinges, lift it off the front display bezel.

  • When replacing the clutch cover, be sure to route the display data cable so that it is inside the clutch cover and extending out the end between the hinge and the display frame.

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