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Canon EOS Rebel T1i Camera Battery Notch Replacement

Introduction

If your battery notch is stuck, or even broken, then follow this guide to replace the notch. All it takes is some hard work, a few tools, and the right attitude.

What you need

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    • Locate the side of camera with the HDMI port.

    • Unscrew the 7mm with a #00 Phillips screw driver.

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    • Use your fingers to gently detach the plastic component from the camera

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    • Unscrew the bottom three 4mm screws with a #00 Phillips screwdriver.

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  5. Canon EOS Rebel T1i Camera Battery Notch Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Unscrew the inner 4mm screw with a #00 Phillips screwdriver.

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  6. Canon EOS Rebel T1i Camera Battery Notch Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 2 Canon EOS Rebel T1i Camera Battery Notch Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 2

    • Unscrew the top 7mm screw on the right side of the camera.

    • Unscrew the bottom 4 mm screw on the right side of the camera.

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    • Use the plastic opening tool to pry open the entire back panel.

    • Use your fingers to pull off the back panel.

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    • Now that the panel is off, unscrew the 9mm screw holding the battery notch in.

    • Use the pliers (or your fingers) to take off the white notch.

    • There is a spring underneath the battery notch. Do not lose this spring or let it fall off.

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Conclusion

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

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