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Toshiba Satellite L305-S5875 Hinge Replacement

Introduction

If the hinges become loose from wear and tear or break, creating hassle when using the computer, on your Toshiba Satellite L305-S5875, this guide walks you through how to access and tighten, or replace as needed, the hinges on your Toshiba Satellite L305-S5875.

What you need

  1. Toshiba Satellite L305-S5875 Hinge Replacement, Keyboard: step 1, image 1 of 3 Toshiba Satellite L305-S5875 Hinge Replacement, Keyboard: step 1, image 2 of 3 Toshiba Satellite L305-S5875 Hinge Replacement, Keyboard: step 1, image 3 of 3

    • Open the laptop so the keyboard is facing you.

    • Using your fingers, remove the thin plastic cover above the keyboard.

    • Potential for device damage: Do not apply too much force when removing the cover piece as it can break.

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  2. Toshiba Satellite L305-S5875 Hinge Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the two 4.8 mm screws from underneath the plastic cover piece using a Phillips #00 screwdriver.

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    • Starting at the top, gently raise the keyboard enough to remove it from the socket.

    • Potential for device damage: DO NOT pull out the keyboard after it's out of its socket. The keyboard is connected to the hard drive through a data cable and removing forcefully could damage the cable and laptop.

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  5. Toshiba Satellite L305-S5875 Hinge Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 2 Toshiba Satellite L305-S5875 Hinge Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Locate the data cable that is connected to the motherboard.

    • Pull the white ZIF connector towards the screen to remove it.

    • Pull the black ribbon cable away from the screen.

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  6. Toshiba Satellite L305-S5875 Hinge Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • With the black ribbon cable now disconnected, remove the keyboard from its housing.

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    • Close your laptop and flip it over.

    • Remove the 13 screws using a Phillips #00 screwdriver.

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  8. Toshiba Satellite L305-S5875 Hinge Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Gently disconnect the ribbon cable.

    • Gently disconnect the multicolored cable.

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  9. Toshiba Satellite L305-S5875 Hinge Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 1

    • Gently pull the top case from the bottom case of the laptop.

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    • Unscrew the two screws on the hinge. (Be careful to not damage nearby wires)

    • Both hinges shown, but replacing both may not be necessary.

    • Congratulations, you may now remove and replace your hinge!

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Conclusion

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

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Will this work for a Toshiba satellite l655 model

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