Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 7th Gen Track Pad Replacement

Introduction

This guide will teach you how to remove the trackpad, the component used to move the cursor, for the Lenovo Thinkpad X1 Carbon 7th Gen computer.

Often when a computer is getting older the trackpad will start to deteriorate , see our trouble shooting page, making basic computer functions much more difficult. This guide will teach you how to uninstall and reinstall a new trackpad into your computer.

Make sure your computer is unplugged and powered off before attempting any repairs.

What you need

Step 1 Back cover removal

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Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to loosen the five captive screws securing the back cover.

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Step 2 Insert an opening pick

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Insert an opening pick at a 45˚ angle between the back cover and frame near the rear middle screw.
Pry up on the pick to release the clips securing the back cover to the frame.
You will hear several clicks while prying up.

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Step 3 Remove the back cover

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Lift the back cover up and remove it from the chassis.
You will hear several clicks while lifting up.
During reassembly, this is a good point to power on your laptop and test all functions before sealing it up. Be sure to power your laptop back down before you continue working.

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Step 4 Unfasten the battery

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Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the six 4.9 mm-long screws securing the battery.

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Step 5 Remove the battery

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Lift the battery straight out of its recess and remove it.

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Step 6 Track Pad

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Peel back the black adhesive tape covering the ribbon cable connecting the trackpad and fingerprint scanner to the motherboard.
Remove the four 2mm screws securing the trackpad with a Phillips #000 screwdriver.

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