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Anki Vector Infrared Sensor Replacement

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This guide will illustrate the process to remove or replace the infrared sensor of the Anki Vector. The only bit of equipment you will need to complete this guide is a screwdriver.

This guide should be helpful if your Anki Vector is having trouble distance tracking or mapping its environment.

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    • Raise Vector's arms above his head.

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    • Using your thumb and index finger, grab the lower portion of the belt near the large wheel and pull the belt off.

    • Repeat on the other side.

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    • Pull each front wheel cover off.

    • This will require a good amount of force due to the three clips holding it in place.

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    • Unscrew the wheel with the Phillips #00 screwdriver and gently remove it.

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    • Unscrew the two body screws beneath the wheel using the same screwdriver.

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    • Gently pull off the front panel to unplug the Infrared sensor.

    • Be careful when pulling off the front panel. The Sensor is connected by wires to both the panel and the device.

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

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