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Pentax PZ-10 Back Cover Locking Switch Spring Replacement

Introduction

If the back cover of the Pentax PZ-10 won't lock in place, the spring that holds the door in place may need to be replaced.

What you need

  1. Pentax PZ-10 Back Cover Locking Switch Spring Replacement, Removing the Bottom Cover: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • With the lens face up and the bottom panel of the camera facing you, remove the two 7mm screws on the left using the J0 screwdriver.

    • Remove the six 4.3mm screws in the middle and right of the panel using the J0 screwdriver.

    • Pull off the bottom casing to remove.

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  2. Pentax PZ-10 Back Cover Locking Switch Spring Replacement, Removing Bottom Casing: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • With the screws removed, the bottom casing should come off very easily by pulling on the casing.

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  3. Pentax PZ-10 Back Cover Locking Switch Spring Replacement, Removing the Back Cover: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Place the camera on its side so the lens is facing left.

    • Press down on the locking switch on the side panel facing you.

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  5. Pentax PZ-10 Back Cover Locking Switch Spring Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • With the door unlocked, rotate the device to access the bottom.

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  6. Pentax PZ-10 Back Cover Locking Switch Spring Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Using a pair of tweezers, gently remove the metal tab securing the back door axle.

    • The door will come loose at this point, watch for any loose parts that may also come out.

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  7. Pentax PZ-10 Back Cover Locking Switch Spring Replacement, Removing the Side Panel: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Once the back cover is fully removed, remove the two 4.35mm screws attaching the cover of the unlocking switch, and remove the plate.

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  8. Pentax PZ-10 Back Cover Locking Switch Spring Replacement, Removing the Spring: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Locate the spring at the upper left corner of the face, and pull the rings of the spring off of the pins to remove it using plastic opening tools.

    • You are now ready to replace the spring.

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Conclusion

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

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