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Dell XPS 18 Left and Right Speakers Replacement

Introduction

This guide will show you how to properly remove and replace the left or right speaker of your Dell XPS 18.

What you need

  1. Dell XPS 18 Left and Right Speakers Replacement, Back Cover: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Turn the device on its screen.

    • Remove the ten 4mm screws using a T8 Torx screwdriver.

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  2. Dell XPS 18 Left and Right Speakers Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Gently flip out support feet located near the bottom of device.

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  3. Dell XPS 18 Left and Right Speakers Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Gently lift the back cover off the device. The back cover should come off easily.

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  5. Dell XPS 18 Left and Right Speakers Replacement, Left and Right Speakers: step 4, image 1 of 2 Dell XPS 18 Left and Right Speakers Replacement, Left and Right Speakers: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Use the plastic opening tool's angled edge to lift the clasp securing the copper colored volume control cable.

    • Disconnect the volume control cable and pull it back.

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  6. Dell XPS 18 Left and Right Speakers Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Firmly pull the blue speaker cable loose.

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  7. Dell XPS 18 Left and Right Speakers Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the two black 4mm screws with a Phillips 00 screwdriver.

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  8. Dell XPS 18 Left and Right Speakers Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Carefully remove the speaker.

    • To remove the right speaker, follow these same steps.

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Conclusion

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

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