Introduction
Use this guide to replace the adhesive underneath the power button board or replace a power button board altogether in your Kobo Clara eReader, Colour or BW edition, models N365 or N367.
What you need
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Tool used on this step:Tweezers$4.99
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Use tweezers, or your fingers, to remove any remaining adhesive on the bottom of your power button board.
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Tool used on this step:Tesa 61395 Tape$2.99
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Measure and cut a few strips of a thin double-sided tape, like Tesa tape, and apply it to the bottom of the power button board.
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Peel off the liners from the strips to expose the adhesive.
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Place the power button board on its spot on the frame, making sure it's aligned with its two pegs.
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Press down on the power button board to adhere it.
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Use a spudger, or your fingers, to remove the remaining adhesive at the power button board's spot on the frame.
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Apply a few drops of isopropyl alcohol (>90%) to the power button board's spot on the frame.
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Use a coffee filter or a lint-free cloth to wipe off any remaining adhesive residue.
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Peel off the liner on the bottom of the new power button board to expose the adhesive.
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Place the power button board on its spot on the frame, making its aligned with its two pegs.
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Press down on the power button board to adhere it.
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Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our Answers Community for help.
