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Dell Inspiron 13-5368 Touchpad Replacement

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This is a simple step-by-step guide on how to remove and replace a touchpad for a Dell Inspiron 13-5368. You will need a Philips Head J-0 screwdriver and a pry tool in order to perform this task. It is very easy to do and will take about 7 minutes.

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    • Remove the nine 6mm Phillips #0 screws that secure the back cover of the laptop.

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    • Use a spudger / pry tool to pry up and remove the back cover.

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    • Remove the four 3mm Phillips #0 screws at the corners of the battery that secure it to the laptop.

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    • Pull the battery cable's black tab towards the battery to disconnect it from the motherboard.

    • Pull the tab parallel to the motherboard, not straight up.

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    • Lift the battery straight up out of the housing.

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    • Undo the clasps that hold the ribbon cables in place. Then, remove the ribbon cables.

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    • Remove the 1.5mm Phillips #0 screws that hold the touchpad to the laptop case.

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    • Push up on the touchpad to release it from the housing. Then you can remove the touchpad.

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

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