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Microsoft Surface Pro 8 Kickstand Replacement

Introduction

Follow this guide to replace a broken or damaged kickstand on your Surface Pro 8 tablet.

What you need

  1. Microsoft Surface Pro 8 Kickstand Replacement, Before you begin: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Before starting your repair, unplug all cables and fully shut down your Surface Pro.

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  2. Microsoft Surface Pro 8 Kickstand Replacement, Open the kickstand: step 2, image 1 of 2 Microsoft Surface Pro 8 Kickstand Replacement, Open the kickstand: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Open the kickstand to about 90 degrees.

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  4. Microsoft Surface Pro 8 Kickstand Replacement, Remove the hinge screws: step 3, image 1 of 3 Microsoft Surface Pro 8 Kickstand Replacement, Remove the hinge screws: step 3, image 2 of 3 Microsoft Surface Pro 8 Kickstand Replacement, Remove the hinge screws: step 3, image 3 of 3

    • While holding the kickstand behind the hinge with your finger, use a Torx Plus 3IP screwdriver to remove the 2.4 mm‑long screw from each hinge (two total).

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  5. Microsoft Surface Pro 8 Kickstand Replacement, Lower the kickstand: step 4, image 1 of 2 Microsoft Surface Pro 8 Kickstand Replacement, Lower the kickstand: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Firmly grip the hinges and kickstand between your thumb and index fingers.

    • Lower the kickstand down to about 45 degrees.

    • This may take a bit of force. Be careful not to pinch your thumbs.

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  6. Microsoft Surface Pro 8 Kickstand Replacement, Unlatch the hinges: step 5, image 1 of 3 Microsoft Surface Pro 8 Kickstand Replacement, Unlatch the hinges: step 5, image 2 of 3 Microsoft Surface Pro 8 Kickstand Replacement, Unlatch the hinges: step 5, image 3 of 3

    • The hinges slot into recesses on the kickstand. You need to slide the kickstand out of the hinges before you can fully remove it.

    • Firmly secure the device to your work surface with one hand.

    • With your free hand, pull the kickstand out slightly and rotate it up so both hinges slide out.

    • During reassembly, make sure both hinges slide fully into their recesses on the kickstand.

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  7. Microsoft Surface Pro 8 Kickstand Replacement, Remove the kickstand: step 6, image 1 of 2 Microsoft Surface Pro 8 Kickstand Replacement, Remove the kickstand: step 6, image 2 of 2

    • Pull the kickstand out until both foam tabs slide out.

    • If you're having trouble, make sure both hinges are fully out of their recesses on the kickstand.

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Conclusion

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

Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our Answers community for help.

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