Volume Control Knob Repair

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This guide will show how to remove the old volume control knob and replace it with a new one.

  • Author: Oliver Kunz
  • Time required: 15-20 minutes
  • Difficulty: Moderate

This guide will help you replace your faulty volume knob. This guide should only be looked at after completing the Disassembly Guide.

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Add Note Edit Step 1 — Volume Control Knob  ¶ 

  • Remove the screws that are holding the circuit board in place.

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Add Note Edit Step 2  ¶ 

  • Pull the circuit board out to reveal the inside of the display.

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Add Note Edit Step 3  ¶ 

  • Remove the screws and the black piece that are holding the volume control knob in place.

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Add Note Edit Step 4  ¶ 

  • Pull the volume control knob from the outside and the white piece on the inside until they separate.

  • Replace the volume knob with a new one to complete the repair.

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