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HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement

Introduction

Project title: How to Replace a Keyboard on an HP Pavilion Series Laptop

Included:

  • Checkpoint photo set (PDF, steps 1–8): 4 completed, hands-on photos (my HP Pavilion and my hand in frame) and labeled placeholders for the final four shots I’ll add after approval.
    📄 iFixit_Checkpoint_Photo_Set_Nancy_Forvilus-Corvil.pdf
  • (Optional supporting docs for your records)
    • 📄 Fast Fix Project Proposal
    • 📄 Full iFixit Project – HP Pavilion Keyboard

What the attached photos show (Steps 1–4 completed):

  1. Powering down and unplugging the HP Pavilion
  2. Flipping the laptop to access the bottom panel/battery area
  3. Identifying bottom-panel screws and battery latch
  4. Setting up the work area and parts tray

I plan to add the remaining shots (panel off, ribbon-cable unlock/lock, and final key test) immediately after checkpoint approval. Please let me know if these meet the EDU requirements or if you’d like any adjustments before I proceed.

Thank you for your time!

What you need

  1. HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Remove all external devices from the computer.

    • Remove the charging cord from the computer.

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  2. HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Turn off the computer by holding the power button.

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  3. HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • To remove the battery, slide the left slider on the back to the unlocked position.

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  4. HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 2 HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Push the right slider inwards.

    • Remove the battery out by pulling straight out and to the right.

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  5. HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement, Back Panel: step 5, image 1 of 3 HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement, Back Panel: step 5, image 2 of 3 HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement, Back Panel: step 5, image 3 of 3

    • Locate the CD Compartment panel and gently slide it out.

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  6. HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the back of the laptop by unscrewing the screws shown.

    • Also remove the other 5 Phillips screws lining the back cover.

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  7. HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 3 HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement: step 7, image 2 of 3 HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement: step 7, image 3 of 3

    • Using the prying tool, wedge it underneath the back of the laptop and do the same all around until the back comes off.

    • Dont forget to unscrew 2 screws under 2 plastic tabs (one on each hing). The lid will not come off without them being removed!

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  9. HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement, CD Compartment: step 8, image 1 of 3 HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement, CD Compartment: step 8, image 2 of 3 HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement, CD Compartment: step 8, image 3 of 3

    • Locate the CD Compartment as shown and gently slide it out.

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  10. HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement, Fan: step 9, image 1 of 3 HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement, Fan: step 9, image 2 of 3 HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement, Fan: step 9, image 3 of 3

    • Locate the Fan as shown.

    • Pull out the black cable, with four wires attached from its port.

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  11. HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 2 HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement: step 10, image 2 of 2

    • Pull out the white cable wire from its port.

    • Unscrew the two black Phillips screws holding in the fan.

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  12. HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement: step 11, image 1 of 2 HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement: step 11, image 2 of 2

    • Remove fan.

    • Unscrew the two screws holding in the fan.

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  13. HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement, Motherboard: step 12, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the TEN 3mm screws.

    • Remove the ONE 9mm screw.

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  14. HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement: step 13, image 1 of 2 HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement: step 13, image 2 of 2

    • Locate the four ribbon clips.

    • Lift the grey part of the ribbon clips.

    • Pull the ribbon cable out and repeat this step for all four ribbon cables.

    • Also use a spudger and release the TWO cables attaching the hard drive to the motherboard. Another ribbon cable is located where the fan was sitting.

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  15. HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement: step 14, image 1 of 2 HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement: step 14, image 2 of 2

    • Pull out the white cable (contains red and white cable attached to a black support) with wires from its port.

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  16. HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement: step 15, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the motherboard.

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  17. HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement, Keyboard: step 16, image 1 of 2 HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement, Keyboard: step 16, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the Hard Drive.

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  18. HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement: step 17, image 1 of 2 HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement: step 17, image 2 of 2

    • Lift up the cable port and place it to the side but do not remove completely from the laptop.

    • Remove the single Phillips screw securing it first.

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  19. HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement: step 18, image 1 of 3 HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement: step 18, image 2 of 3 HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement: step 18, image 3 of 3

    • Remove the VENDOR component.

    • Unscrew the single Phillips screw holding it to the frame first.

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  20. HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement: step 19, image 1 of 2 HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement: step 19, image 2 of 2

    • Using a plastic prying tools, remove the grey metal plate.

    • It will not come off easy, but do not force it off.

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  21. HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement: step 20, image 1 of 3 HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement: step 20, image 2 of 3 HP 15-ac158dx Keyboard Replacement: step 20, image 3 of 3

    • Locate the damaged keyboard and lift up with the prying tool to remove.

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    • To put everything back together and use your laptop with the new keyboard, follow the steps in REVERSE..

    • ENJOY :)

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Conclusion

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

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3 Guide Comments

Did you have to use soldering iron to melt the plastic rivets when putting back the keyboard?

Cheers.

Lo Yuk Fai - Reply

I have done these before and yes, using a soldering iron to melt the plastic rivets is a good method.

Richard Ness -

Helpful. Too good!

David Dii Toke - Reply

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