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Panasonic DVD-RV31 Player Disk Drive Replacement

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  1. Panasonic DVD-RV31 Player Disk Drive Replacement, Disk Tray Cover: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Eject the disk tray from the DVD player before removing power supply.

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  2. Panasonic DVD-RV31 Player Disk Drive Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Evenly lift upward on the disk tray front cover (not slanted, as pictured). This will allow for easier disassembly of the player.

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  3. Panasonic DVD-RV31 Player Disk Drive Replacement, Outer Case: step 3, image 1 of 2 Panasonic DVD-RV31 Player Disk Drive Replacement, Outer Case: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the three screws running along the back edge of case cover.

    • Remove the two screws from each side of the case cover.

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  5. Panasonic DVD-RV31 Player Disk Drive Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Grab edges of the cover with your hands. Pull outward slightly, then straight up.

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  6. Panasonic DVD-RV31 Player Disk Drive Replacement, Front Panel: step 5, image 1 of 2 Panasonic DVD-RV31 Player Disk Drive Replacement, Front Panel: step 5, image 2 of 2

    • Lift up the five tabs securing the front panel to the chassis. There are three on the bottom, and two on the inside edges of the panel. Panel should then lift off the player.

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  7. Panasonic DVD-RV31 Player Disk Drive Replacement, Disk Drive: step 6, image 1 of 3 Panasonic DVD-RV31 Player Disk Drive Replacement, Disk Drive: step 6, image 2 of 3 Panasonic DVD-RV31 Player Disk Drive Replacement, Disk Drive: step 6, image 3 of 3

    • Locate the four screws securing the disk drive assembly. There are two on each side.

    • Use a narrow screwdriver to remove all four screws.

    • Remove the blue ribbon wire from its connector. When doing this, be cautious to not damage the connector.

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  8. Panasonic DVD-RV31 Player Disk Drive Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Lift assembly by the front to pull metal bracket from the power board.

    • Pull up back end and lift drive out.

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  9. Panasonic DVD-RV31 Player Disk Drive Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 1

    • With the drive assembly separate from the player, hold as shown and pull the bracket edges away from the disk drive.

    • Lift bracket off and reserve for re-assembly.

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Conclusion

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

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