Nest x Yale Lock Motherboard Replacement

Introduction

If your Nest x Yale Lock is related to any issues on the unresponsive section of our troubleshooting page, you may need to replace the motherboard. Use this guide to replace the motherboard properly.

The motherboard is located inside and responsible for the lights, locking the lock, connecting the keypad, and helping the whole lock function.

Before beginning the process, be sure the device is off and not connected to the keypad.

What you need

Step 1 Motherboard

Nest x Yale Lock Motherboard Replacement, Motherboard: step 1, image 1 of 1

Before proceeding, make sure the batteries are removed to avoid being electrocuted and damage to the lock
If you do not know how to remove the batteries then I would recommend looking at our battery replacement guide for help.

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Step 2

Remove 3 screws as shown to remove the first cover.
The 3 screws are 0.25 inches length

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Step 3

Using a pin to push down the knot holding the wire and the tweezer to safely remove the wire from the motherboard

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Step 4

Use a spudger or plastic tool to lift the ZIF lock upward (as shown in the first picture).
Use tweezers to remove the ribbon cable from the motherboard.

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