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Nest Thermostat E Base Plate Replacement

Introduction

Replacing the base plate for your Nest couldn't be easier. The only tool required is a Phillips #2 screwdriver

What you need

  1. Nest Thermostat E Base Plate Replacement, Base Plate: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Grasp the display's outer ring with your fingers and pull directly away while rotating clockwise to remove the thermostat from the wall.

    • Go to the electrical panel and turn off the circuit to make sure no power is running to the thermostat.

    • Once the power is off, disconnect the Y1, G, R, W1, C, and OB wires.

    • Remember the placement of each wire for reassembly.

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  3. Nest Thermostat E Base Plate Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the two 1 ¼” drywall screws holding the base display and base plate in the wall using a Phillips #2 screwdriver.

    • Remove the base plate and base display.

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  4. Nest Thermostat E Base Plate Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Pry the base display off of the baseplate using an iFixit opening tool.

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Conclusion

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

One Comment

Any recommendations on where to get 2nd and 3rd gen base plates. Both burned by lightning...

elippert - Reply

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