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Protocol Neo-Drone AP Motor Replacement

Introduction

This guide shows you how to replace the motors on your drone. Soldering is a skill required for this task. Replacement motors can be found on the manufacturer's website.

What you need

  1. Protocol Neo-Drone AP Motor Replacement, Motor: step 1, image 1 of 2 Protocol Neo-Drone AP Motor Replacement, Motor: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the four blades by pulling them off of the motors.

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  2. Protocol Neo-Drone AP Motor Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the blade guards by pushing the guards downward towards the padded feet.

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  4. Protocol Neo-Drone AP Motor Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the four 4.5mm Phillips #0 screws from the back panel.

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    • Use the flat end of a spudger to pry apart the the two pieces.

    • Lift the back panel up to separate it from the front panel.

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  6. Protocol Neo-Drone AP Motor Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Pull the four motors out of the case.

    • The motors are still soldered to the motherboard.

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  7. Protocol Neo-Drone AP Motor Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Here is a link to the iFixit Soldering Guide

    • Use a soldering iron to desolder the motors from the motherboard.

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Conclusion

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

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