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LeapFrog LeapPad Ultimate Camera Replacement

Introduction

A guide on how to replace the camera in a LeapFrog LeapPad Ultimate.

What you need

  1. LeapFrog LeapPad Ultimate Camera Replacement, Back Panel: step 1, image 1 of 2 LeapFrog LeapPad Ultimate Camera Replacement, Back Panel: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • Flip over the Pad to its back side to begin the removal of the back panel.

    • Begin by removing the blue rim along the edge of the device. It runs along the green silicone lining.

    • This is very difficult to remove , so do be patient. To help remove the seal, both a metal spudger and plastic opening tool may be used.

    • Remove the pen from its place before starting to avoid tangling.

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  2. LeapFrog LeapPad Ultimate Camera Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 LeapFrog LeapPad Ultimate Camera Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Once the blue rim is removed, the 12 screws will be visible.

    • Use the Phillips #1 screwdriver to unscrew all 12 screws.

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  3. LeapFrog LeapPad Ultimate Camera Replacement, Camera: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the 3 screws on each corner of the motherboard

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  5. LeapFrog LeapPad Ultimate Camera Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 3 LeapFrog LeapPad Ultimate Camera Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 3 LeapFrog LeapPad Ultimate Camera Replacement: step 4, image 3 of 3

    • Remove the ribbon on the bottom of the motherboard and the ribbon on the left side of the motherboard.

    • There will be a small black switch on top of the ribbons that you must flip to take them out.

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  6. LeapFrog LeapPad Ultimate Camera Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the 3-pin connector on the top left side of the motherboard.

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  7. LeapFrog LeapPad Ultimate Camera Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 2 LeapFrog LeapPad Ultimate Camera Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 2

    • Flip the motherboard to its back side and pinch the 2 green hooks to remove the camera cover

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  8. LeapFrog LeapPad Ultimate Camera Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the ribbon connecting the camera to the motherboard. You have now taken out the camera and can replace it with a new one.

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Conclusion

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

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