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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga 2nd Generation Speakers Replacement

Introduction

If you have determined that faulty speakers are the cause of distorted audio, follow this guide to replace them. If you are unsure, follow these steps in the Troubleshooting Page to determine if the issue is caused by your headphones, the audio jack, or the speakers themselves. Removing the speakers is also necessary before replacing the battery.

What you need

  1. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga 2nd Generation Speakers Replacement, Back Cover: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Ensure the laptop is powered off and the charging cable is disconnected before opening the back cover.

    • Flip over the laptop to access the back cover.

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  2. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga 2nd Generation Speakers Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga 2nd Generation Speakers Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the eight 8 mm screws.

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  4. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga 2nd Generation Speakers Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the back cover.

    • A popping sound may occur when the back cover is removed.

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  5. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga 2nd Generation Speakers Replacement, Speakers: step 4, image 1 of 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga 2nd Generation Speakers Replacement, Speakers: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Follow the ribbon cable that runs from the left speaker to the motherboard.

    • Pull the black connector up and release the cable wire by hand.

    • If needed, pull this connector up using the Pro/ESD/Angled tweezers.

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  6. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga 2nd Generation Speakers Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga 2nd Generation Speakers Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 2

    • Remove two 6 mm Phillips #0 screws from each speaker.

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  7. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga 2nd Generation Speakers Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga 2nd Generation Speakers Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 2

    • Use your fingers to remove the speakers from the device.

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Conclusion

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

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