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iMac Intel 21.5" Retina 4K Display (2017) Lower Support Bracket Replacement

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  1. iMac Intel 21.5" Retina 4K Display (2017) Lower Support Bracket Replacement, Lower Support Bracket: step 1, image 1 of 2 iMac Intel 21.5" Retina 4K Display (2017) Lower Support Bracket Replacement, Lower Support Bracket: step 1, image 2 of 2
    • Remove the following five Phillips screws holding the lower support bracket in place:

    • Four 3.2 mm screws

    • One 1.7 mm screw

    • You may need to peel up the display adhesive lining the bottom edge of the iMac enclosure to access the screws.

  2. iMac Intel 21.5" Retina 4K Display (2017) Lower Support Bracket Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1
    • Remove the lower support bracket (a.k.a. "chin strap") from the iMac enclosure.

Conclusion

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

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