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Nikon D40 Flash Pin Replacement

Introduction

This guide will teach you how to open up your flash safely and replace the flash pin that holds the flash upright.

What you need

  1. Nikon D40 Flash Pin Replacement, Flash Pin: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Turn off the camera and remove the battery.

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  2. Nikon D40 Flash Pin Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Pry the flash open using the plastic opening tool.

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  4. Nikon D40 Flash Pin Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the two Phillips #0 3.0 mm screws from the front of the flash compartment using the small Phillips Head screwdriver.

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  5. Nikon D40 Flash Pin Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 2 Nikon D40 Flash Pin Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Pry off the back plastic of the flash compartment using the plastic opening tool.

    • When it is time to reassemble the flash module, a certain amount of force and precise alignment will be required.

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  6. Nikon D40 Flash Pin Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 2 Nikon D40 Flash Pin Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 2

    • On the left of the camera you will see a metal spring.

    • Unscrew the Phillips #0 3.0 mm screw holding the spring in place, using the small Phillips Head screwdriver.

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  7. Nikon D40 Flash Pin Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Remove metal spring and replace with new spring.

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Conclusion

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

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