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Canon EOS Rebel XS Lens Mount Ring Replacement

What you need

  1. Canon EOS Rebel XS Lens Mount Ring Replacement, Latch Side Cover: step 1, image 1 of 1
    • Remove the two 3mm (1/8") black screws from the side cover using a #00 Phillips screwdriver.

  2. Canon EOS Rebel XS Lens Mount Ring Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1
    • On the bottom, remove the 6mm (13/64") screw with the #00 Phillips Screwdriver.

    • Pry up the panel; starting from the front/bottom corner, as indicated.

    • There's a concealed lip, under the opposite edge.

  3. Canon EOS Rebel XS Lens Mount Ring Replacement, Disassembling Canon EOS Rebel XS Front Cover: step 3, image 1 of 1
    • Remove three medium length screws from the bottom of the camera

  4. Canon EOS Rebel XS Lens Mount Ring Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1
    • Remove the two medium length screws on the front panel of the camera above the lens mount.

    • Once you done, you may use the Spudger to panel from non-grip side.

    • If you start on the grip side, it will be more challenging to loosen the panel.

  5. Canon EOS Rebel XS Lens Mount Ring Replacement, Canon EOS Rebel XS Lens Mount Ring Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1
    • Remove the five silver screws from the lens mounting ring using a Phillips screwdriver.

  6. Canon EOS Rebel XS Lens Mount Ring Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1
    • Use your fingers to remove the lens mounting ring.

    • There is a small metal button housed in the ring (red square). Be careful not to lose this piece when removing the ring.

  7. Canon EOS Rebel XS Lens Mount Ring Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1
    • Use a pair of tweezers to remove the spring on the lens mounting ring.

  8. Canon EOS Rebel XS Lens Mount Ring Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 1
    • Use a pair of tweezers to remove the gold metal ring.

    • Take note of the ring's orientation for re-installing it.

Conclusion

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

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