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Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8-inch) Trackpad Replacement

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    • Before starting this repair, allow your laptop's battery to drain below 25%. A charged battery may catch fire if damaged.

    • Unplug all cables and fully shut down your laptop.

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    • Close your laptop and lay it down so the rubber feet are facing up.

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    • Gently slide one arm of your angled tweezers into the recess near the upper right edge of one of the feet.

    • You can also use the point of a spudger. However, you're more likely to damage the foot, if you're reusing it.

    • Use your tweezers to pry up and remove the foot.

    • The feet may eject very quickly—be careful not to lose them.

    • Repeat the process to remove the remaining feet.

    • To install a foot, align the pegs on the bottom with their cutouts in the frame and press the foot into place.

  4. Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8-inch) Trackpad Replacement, Remove the lower case screws: crwdns2935265:04crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0 Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8-inch) Trackpad Replacement, Remove the lower case screws: crwdns2935265:04crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0
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    FixMat
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    • Throughout this repair, keep track of each screw and make sure it goes back exactly where it came from.

    • While the Surface Laptop 7 uses Torx Plus screws, standard Torx bits work. Make sure to apply constant, downward force to prevent stripping.

    • Use a Torx Plus 5IP screwdriver to remove the four 4.5 mm‑long screws (with washers) securing the lower case.

  5. Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8-inch) Trackpad Replacement, Detach the lower case: crwdns2935265:05crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8-inch) Trackpad Replacement, Detach the lower case: crwdns2935265:05crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8-inch) Trackpad Replacement, Detach the lower case: crwdns2935265:05crwdnd2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0
    • Insert the tip of an opening pick under the top edge of the lower case, about an inch (2.5 cm) to the left or right of the Microsoft logo.

    • Don't insert the pick near the outer edges or you'll damage the antenna bar.

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    • Twist the pick to lift the lower case enough that you can grip it with your hand.

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    • Lift the lower case and remove it.

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    • Use a Torx Plus 3IP screwdriver to remove the two 2.3 mm‑long screws securing the battery connector cover.

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    • Use tweezers or your fingers to remove the battery connector cover.

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    • Insert the flat end of a spudger under the top edge of the battery press connector and pry up to disconnect it.

    • To reconnect a press connector, align it over the socket and gently press down on one side until it clicks into place, then press down on the other side. It may take a few tries to align the connector—don't try to force it into place.

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    • Use a Torx Plus 5IP screwdriver to remove the eight 5.4 mm‑long screws securing the battery.

    • Be very careful not to puncture the battery with your screwdriver.

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    • Lift the battery and remove it.

    • If your battery is swollen, take appropriate precautions.

    • Never reuse a deformed or damaged battery—it's a fire hazard. Replace it with a new battery.

  13. Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8-inch) Trackpad Replacement, Disconnect the trackpad cable: crwdns2935265:013crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8-inch) Trackpad Replacement, Disconnect the trackpad cable: crwdns2935265:013crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8-inch) Trackpad Replacement, Disconnect the trackpad cable: crwdns2935265:013crwdnd2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0
    • Gently slide the point of a spudger under the piece of tape on the trackpad cable ZIF connector, near the bottom left corner of the motherboard.

    • Use the spudger to lift the tape from the connector.

    • You don't need to fully remove the tape, it just needs to be off the connector.

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    • Use the flat end of a spudger to lift the hinged locking flap on the trackpad cable ZIF connector.

    • Use tweezers to grip the trackpad cable's plastic pull tab and slide the cable out of its socket.

    • During reassembly, reconnect the trackpad cable to its ZIF connector on the motherboard. Then, press the right side of the cable firmly into place to secure it with the adhesive.

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    • The right side of the trackpad cable is secured with strong adhesive. Heating the cable softens the adhesive, making it easier to separate.

    • Heat an iOpener and lay it on the trackpad cable for one minute to soften the adhesive.

    • Alternatively, you can use a hair dryer or heat gun to heat the cable.

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    • Be very careful not to crease or damage the trackpad cable during the next few steps.

    • Carefully slide an opening pick under the right side of the trackpad cable to separate the adhesive securing it to the frame.

    • If you're having trouble, reheat the cable and try again.

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    • Use your fingers to flip the trackpad cable towards the bottom of your laptop, so you can access the ZIF connector on the trackpad.

    • During reassembly:

    • Don't secure the trackpad cable with adhesive yet—wait until you've reconnected the other end. Otherwise, the cable may not reach its socket if positioned incorrectly.

    • If you're using the original trackpad cable, the adhesive should be sticky enough to reuse.

    • If you have a replacement trackpad cable with adhesive pre-installed, remove the liner.

    • If your replacement cable doesn't have adhesive pre-installed, or if the adhesive isn't sticky enough, apply a strip of thin, double-sided tape to the bend on the right side of the cable.

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    • Use the flat end of a spudger to lift the hinged locking flap on the trackpad cable ZIF connector, located on the trackpad itself.

    • Use your fingers to carefully grip the trackpad cable and slide it out of its socket.

    • During reassembly, reconnect the end of the cable marked "TRACKPAD" to the ZIF connector on the trackpad, so the end of the cable with a white strip is facing up.

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    • Remove the trackpad cable.

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    • These screws strip easily. Apply constant, downward force to prevent stripping.

    • Use a Torx Plus 5IP screwdriver to remove the six 2.1 mm‑long screws securing the trackpad.

    • During reassembly:

    • Partially tighten the six trackpad screws.

    • Open your laptop and check the edges of the trackpad for any large gaps, repositioning it as necessary.

    • Continue tightening the screws and checking the trackpad alignment until the screws are fully tightened.

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    • During the next two steps be very careful not to lose the six washers resting on the trackpad's screw posts. Without them, your trackpad won't fit properly.

    • Slowly lift the main body of your laptop until it stays up on its own—the trackpad will stay on the screen.

    • During reassembly, carefully close your laptop with one hand while using your other hand to guide the trackpad into place. Use a finger to help position the trackpad through one of the cutouts in the frame.

    • If your replacement trackpad comes with a new cable pre-installed, you'll need to carefully guide the cable through its cutout in the frame.

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    • Remove the trackpad, being very careful not to scratch the screen.

    • During reassembly:

    • Make sure all six washers are in place on the trackpad's screw posts.

    • If any washers are missing, check the magnet in the trackpad well—they may have gotten stuck to it when removing the trackpad.

    • Gently place the trackpad onto the screen so the screw posts line up with their cutouts and the edge with a ZIF connector is closest to the hinges

    • Be very careful not to scratch the screen.

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