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Hinge Cover
Dell™ Latitude™ D531 Service Manual
Removing the Hinge Cover
Replacing the Hinge Cover
Removing the Hinge Cover
1.
Follow the procedures in
Before Working Inside Your Computer
.
2.
Turn the computer over and open the display all the way (180 degrees) so that it rests flat on your work surface.
3.
Insert a plastic scribe into the indent along the right edge of the hinge cover, and then carefully pry the hinge cover loose.
4.
Moving from right to left, ease the hinge cover up and remove it from the computer.
Replacing the Hinge Cover
1.
Align the two tabs along the left edge of the hinge cover with the corresponding notches in the computer.
2.
Moving from left to right, press down until the hinge cover snaps into place.
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CAUTION:
Before you perform any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the
Product Information Guide
.
NOTICE:
To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface, such
as the back panel on the computer.
NOTICE:
The hinge cover is fragile and can be damaged if extreme force is used. Exercise care when removing the hinge cover.
NOTICE:
To avoid damaging the hinge cover, do not lift the cover on both sides simultaneously.
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hinge cover
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indent
CAUTION:
Before you perform any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the
Product Information Guide
.
NOTICE:
To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface, such
as the back panel on the computer.
NOTICE:
The hinge cover is fragile and can be damaged if extreme force is used. Exercise care when replacing the hinge cover.
