Nikon Coolpix P90 Flash Bulb Replacement

Step 1 Camera Base




• Use your finger to push the latch of the compartment door to the center of the camera body, per image 1.
• Push the door open, and remove the existing battery with your fingers, per images 2-3.
Step 2 Flash Bulb



• Press the button on the side of the body to open the flash compartment.
Step 3
• Using a Phillips #000 Precision Screwdriver, remove the two 3.0 mm screws from inside the compartment.
Step 4
• Place the plastic opening tool along the crack on the side of the flash compartment cover and pry open and detach the cover.
Step 5
• Using a Phillips #000 Precision Screwdriver, remove the 4.0 mm screw from the plastic cover.
• Detach the plastic cover.
Step 6
• Carefully remove the flash bulb holder with your fingers.
Step 7
• Using the plastic opening tool, pry the metal bulb frame out of the socket.
Step 8
• Remove the plastic stoppers on either side of the metal flash bulb tray.
Step 9
• Using a soldering iron, desolder each of the wires connected to the light bulb.
• Be careful! The soldering iron is hot. Do not burn yourself or the device. It should not be applied to the device too long to avoid damaging any of the device components.
• For a comprehensive guide on desoldering, visit iFixit's Soldering and Desoldering Guide.

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