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Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-W170 LCD Replacement

Introduction

This guide will help you to replace the LCD on the Sony Cyber Shot DSC-W170.

If it is cracked or is not working properly, the solution is to replace the LCD. Be careful when removing shattered glass displays and be sure to remove power/disconnect batteries before performing this task!

Take a look at our troubleshooting page if you need help to remove the battery.

On the Sony website you can find replacement parts for the camera.

What you need

  1. Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-W170 LCD Replacement, LCD Panel Assembly: step 1, image 1 of 3 Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-W170 LCD Replacement, LCD Panel Assembly: step 1, image 2 of 3 Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-W170 LCD Replacement, LCD Panel Assembly: step 1, image 3 of 3

    • Be sure to remove the battery before performing this task.

    • Remove the five 4 mm screws with a Phillips #000 screwdriver.

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  2. Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-W170 LCD Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Use an opening pick to pry the LCD panel open.

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  3. Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-W170 LCD Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Gently remove the LCD panel from the rest of the camera.

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  5. Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-W170 LCD Replacement, Front Panel: step 4, image 1 of 3 Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-W170 LCD Replacement, Front Panel: step 4, image 2 of 3 Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-W170 LCD Replacement, Front Panel: step 4, image 3 of 3

    • Remove the three 4 mm screws with a Phillips #000 screwdriver.

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  6. Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-W170 LCD Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Gently open the front panel and remove it from the rest of the camera.

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  7. Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-W170 LCD Replacement, LCD: step 6, image 1 of 2 Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-W170 LCD Replacement, LCD: step 6, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the first side panel to the left of the LCD.

    • Remove the 4 mm screw from the other side panel to the right of the LCD with a Phillips #000 screwdriver.

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  8. Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-W170 LCD Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 3 Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-W170 LCD Replacement: step 7, image 2 of 3 Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-W170 LCD Replacement: step 7, image 3 of 3

    • Gently, lift the LCD and carefully open the camera to disconnect the LCD ribbon cable from the motherboard.

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  9. Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-W170 LCD Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 2 Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-W170 LCD Replacement: step 8, image 2 of 2

    • Gently push the connector through the hole to separate the LCD from the metal casing.

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Conclusion

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

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