Service Manual

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Battery Latch
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1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer" to remove the battery and prepare the computer for work.
2. Remove any installed memory modules, smart card, modem, or PC Card.
3. Remove the keyboard.
4. Remove the display.
5. Remove the palm rest.
6. Remove the system board.
7. Press down on the battery latch to remove it.
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8. Press in the spring and pull up on the battery latch locking arm.
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CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, read the safety instructions in your System 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.
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spring
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battery latch
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battery latch locking arm