LeapFrog LeapPad Ultra XDi Home Button Replacement

Introduction

This guide provides steps for replacing the home button in the LeapFrog LeapPad Ultra XDi (model number 33300).

The home button allows you to return to the home screen from apps and other pages on the device. When this part is not working properly you will not be able to return to the home screen using this button or may experience delays. You should first try the home button troubleshooting guide before replacing the entire home button. A new home button is also required for this guide.

Before beginning, make sure to power down the device completely and disconnect it from any power source.

What you need

Step 1 Battery

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Orient the tablet so it’s laying screen down and the barcode sticker is facing up.
Remove the barcode sticker to expose the two screws.

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Step 2

Remove the two 5.0mm Phillips #0 screws.

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Step 3

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Using the iFixit opening tool, pry off the purple and white child-proof casing to expose the twelve screws.

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Step 4

Remove all twelve 7mm Phillips #1 screws located along the edges of the device.

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Step 5

Remove the purple case, exposing the motherboard and battery.

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Step 6

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Use the Spudger to remove the glued down battery.
Using your fingers, grab the battery wires and carefully unplug them from the motherboard.
Replace the battery with a new one.