Sony Walkman D-EJ360 Laser Module Replacement

Open the lid on the Walkman by pressing the open button on the device.

Grip the thin end of each spring using a pair of tweezers, slide it out of the lid notch, then press down on the main coil to release and remove it.

Insert the metal spudger in the crevice between the blue lid and the white body of the Walkman.

There is a notch where the lid is held under to stay in place. With the spudger, push the blue lid portion down and out.

Repeat the same tactic on the other side. The other side should become easier to pop off.

Remove the lid.

Remove the eight 6.1 mm screws using a Phillips #00 screwdriver.

Open the battery cover to reveal the last screw.

Remove the ninth 6.1 mm screw using a Phillips #00 screwdriver.

Insert a Jimmy into the seam between the upper and lower cases and pry apart.

Avoid initially prying near buttons, or the laser assembly.

Pry until the there is an audible click. The halves should visibly separate roughly 1/4 in.

Work around the seam in a circular path, separating the halves completely.

Using tweezers, gently lift the the locking flap on the laser module ribbon connector.

Gently remove the ribbon cable from the connector.

Using tweezers, squeeze the upper half of the four wire connector, and lift straight up to remove the connector.

Repeat the step for the two wire connector.

Gently lift the laser module and place aside.