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HP Pavilion 17-f004dx Individual Keyboard Key Replacement

Introduction

Please follow this guide only if you are having trouble with a few keys. If numerous keys aren't working, you may have to replace the entire keyboard.

What you need

  1. HP Pavilion 17-f004dx Individual Keyboard Key Replacement, Individual Keyboard Key: step 1, image 1 of 3 HP Pavilion 17-f004dx Individual Keyboard Key Replacement, Individual Keyboard Key: step 1, image 2 of 3 HP Pavilion 17-f004dx Individual Keyboard Key Replacement, Individual Keyboard Key: step 1, image 3 of 3

    • Carefully remove the key by prying at least two sides up with the plastic removal tool.

    • There are two square, black pieces under the key. A smaller piece may be stuck to the back of the key piece.

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    Tool used on this step:
    Tweezers
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    • Remove two square black pieces from the area under the key with a pair of tweezers.

    • Remove a small square piece first.

    • Remove a larger square piece next.

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  4. HP Pavilion 17-f004dx Individual Keyboard Key Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Once the key is removed, use a clean cloth or cotton swab to remove any particles.

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Conclusion

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

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2 Guide Comments

How do I put the keys back in? I need help please. Thanks

Michelle Hernandez - Reply

this should work https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vSdLluMY...

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