Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) Speakers Replacement

Introdução

If your laptop is having audio issues the speakers may need replaced. This guide will show the user how to remove the speakers in a Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) laptop.

Before using this guide check your computers sound settings and run the troubleshoot feature to check for any unwanted settings that may have been overlooked.

Before beginning, make sure to power off the device completely and do not have it connected to a power source. Also, it is always recommended to use a anti-static wrist band and mat when working on electronic devices to inhibit electrostatic discharged which could harm the laptop components.

How to set up your Anti-static mat and wristband

O que você precisa

Passo 1 Back Cover

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Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to unscrew the five screws that secure the back cover to the laptop.
The screws do not completely come off from the back cover. Loosen until the screws are completely loose.

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Passo 2

Use a Jimmy to lift the cover directly up off of the locating pins.
Though a metal opening tool is shown in the image, we recommend using plastic opening tools to minimize any cosmetic damage.
Remove the back cover.
If you encounter resistance when lifting the cover, revisit the screws to see if any of them are still threaded on to the device.

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Passo 3 Battery

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Use the Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the four 5 mm screws that secure the battery to the laptop frame.

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Passo 4

Take out the battery by lifting it from the bottom edge of the laptop, and then pulling away from the motherboard.

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Passo 5 Speakers

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Gently grab the widest edges of the speaker cable and pull the cable out towards the speakers.
Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the four 5 mm screws.

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Passo 6

The cable between the two speakers is interwoven between a plastic retainer. It can be easier to remove in a zig-zag motion.
Lift the speakers starting with the cable you disconnected earlier. Continue to unravel the cable between the two speakers until the unit lifts freely.

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