Installing Olympus D590 Backplate

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Introduction

The guide shows how to remove the backplate of the camera. It is a prerequisite to other guides such as replacing the mic, speaker, LCD screen, and lens.

What you need

Step 1 Face Plate

Installing Olympus D590 Backplate, Face Plate: step 1, image 1 of 1

Remove five baseplate screws using a Phillips #00 screwdriver.

Step 2

Tool used on this step:

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Press and slide the battery cover retainer clip to the left. Use tweezers to lift the battery cover away.

Step 3

Remove the single screw from the battery housing using a Phillips #00 screwdriver.

Step 4

Using tweezers, lift the rubber plate to expose the ports.

Step 5

Remove two screws from the ports using a Phillips #00 screwdriver.

Step 6

Use a spudger to pry the faceplate away from the rest of the camera.

Step 7

To avoid disconnection of the connector line to the motherboard, use caution when pulling faceplate away from camera case.
Damage to the connector line will prevent the on/off power switch's operational function.

Step 8 Backplate

Installing Olympus D590 Backplate, Backplate: step 8, image 1 of 1

Use a phillips head screwdriver to remove the 3 screws highlighted in the picture.

Step 9

Unscrew the 2 screws located on either side of the flash.

Step 10

Get a flathead screwdriver or an iPod opening tool (both are shown in this picture).
Carefully pry off the blackplate from the remaining part of the camera.