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Nikon Coolpix L18 Front Cover Replacement

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In order to reach the internal elements of the camera (lens, flashbulb, etc.), the following steps will tell you how to remove the front cover.

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    • Remove the memory stick from the camera.

    • Remove the batteries from the camera.

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    • Remove all six 4.3mm silver screws along the perimeter of the camera using the Phillips #00 screwdriver.

    • There is one screw hidden under the AV cover that also needs to be removed.

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    • Pry the back cover from the left side of the camera. Remove the cover gently.

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    • This is where energy for the flash is stored. Even with batteries removed, if you touch these connections, you can be shocked, depending on if the flash capacitor has a stored charge. It may not have a stored charge, but work around this assuming it does.

    • Newer cameras of decent quality usually have a bleeder resistor to drain the flash capacitor. This may not work anymore and the flash capacitor may still have a charge.

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    • Remove the tape on the right side of the LCD screen.

    • Gently lift the LCD screen from its base.

    • Don't tug on the screen because it is still connected to the motherboard.

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    • Lift the black latch connecting the LCD ribbon to the motherboard.

    • Gently pull the LCD ribbon out.

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    • Pry back the front cover of the camera starting from the right side.

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

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