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Introduction

If you are having audio issues such as static, distorted or just having no sound at all, your laptop speakers may be faulty and needs to be replaced. Use this guide to the replace your speakers in your Lenovo IdeaPad 1-14lGL05. The tools needed are a Philips #0 screwdriver and an opening tool.

What you need

Step 1 Lower Case

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Completely power down the laptop. Remove the charger and any connected peripheries before beginning.
Place the device on a flat surface with the lower case facing up.
Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the ten 3 mm-long screws that secure the lower case.

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Step 2

Insert an opening tool in the gap between the lower case and chassis.
Pry around the entire perimeter of the lower case until it fully releases.
Remove the lower case.
Do not force the lower case off. Continue to pry around the perimeter until it lifts off with minimal force.

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Step 3 Speakers

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Use two opening tools or your fingernails to gently "walk" the speaker connector directly out of its motherboard socket.

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Step 4

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Lift the right speaker up and out of the chassis.
Lift the left speaker up and out of the chassis.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow the above steps in reverse order.
For optimal performance, after completing this guide, calibrate your newly installed battery.
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.