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Lenovo Flex 6-11IGM Trackpad Replacement

Introduction

If the trackpad on your Lenovo Flex 6-11IGM (model #: 81A70005US) is not functioning properly, use this guide to help you replace it.

The trackpad allows the user to be able to move the mouse around on the screen and select things on the screen of the laptop. Technically it is a pointing device that translates motion and position of the user’s fingers on it to the screen.

Before beginning make sure you power off the device and make sure the laptop is closed for an easier and safer replacement.

What you need

  1. Lenovo Flex 6-11IGM Trackpad Replacement, Back Panel: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Flip the device over and lay it down with the underside facing upwards.

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  2. Lenovo Flex 6-11IGM Trackpad Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 Lenovo Flex 6-11IGM Trackpad Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the ten screws with a Phillips #00 screwdriver.

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  3. Lenovo Flex 6-11IGM Trackpad Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Using a plastic opening tool, make your way around the edge of the laptop.

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  4. Lenovo Flex 6-11IGM Trackpad Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 2 Lenovo Flex 6-11IGM Trackpad Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • After making sure the back panel is completely free from the body, remove the back panel.

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  6. Lenovo Flex 6-11IGM Trackpad Replacement, Battery: step 5, image 1 of 2 Lenovo Flex 6-11IGM Trackpad Replacement, Battery: step 5, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the five 3.9 mm Phillips #00 black screws holding the battery in place.

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  7. Lenovo Flex 6-11IGM Trackpad Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 3 Lenovo Flex 6-11IGM Trackpad Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 3 Lenovo Flex 6-11IGM Trackpad Replacement: step 6, image 3 of 3

    • Pull out the multicolored connecting cables using an iFixit opening tool.

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  8. Lenovo Flex 6-11IGM Trackpad Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the now disconnected battery from the laptop.

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  9. Lenovo Flex 6-11IGM Trackpad Replacement, Trackpad: step 8, image 1 of 2 Lenovo Flex 6-11IGM Trackpad Replacement, Trackpad: step 8, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the connecting wire labelled "TP" by lifting the tab with the opening tool.

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  10. Lenovo Flex 6-11IGM Trackpad Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 3 Lenovo Flex 6-11IGM Trackpad Replacement: step 9, image 2 of 3 Lenovo Flex 6-11IGM Trackpad Replacement: step 9, image 3 of 3

    • Disconnect the keyboard ribbon from the motherboard by lifting the black tab and pulling the ribbon out with the opening tool.

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  11. Lenovo Flex 6-11IGM Trackpad Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 1

    • Pull up the black safety tape.

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  12. Lenovo Flex 6-11IGM Trackpad Replacement: step 11, image 1 of 2 Lenovo Flex 6-11IGM Trackpad Replacement: step 11, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the three silver 2.3 mm Phillips #00 screws.

    • The third one is under the black tape.

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  13. Lenovo Flex 6-11IGM Trackpad Replacement: step 12, image 1 of 2 Lenovo Flex 6-11IGM Trackpad Replacement: step 12, image 2 of 2

    • Slide the trackpad up from its seat using the opening tool and remove it.

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Conclusion

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

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