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Nikon D40 Back Cover Replacement

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This guide will demonstrate the proper procedure to remove the back panel without damaging the internals of the camera so that you can access a variety of the components hidden behind it.

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    • Remove the two visible 6.0 mm Philips #0 screws on the left and right sides of the viewfinder. These screws are highlighted in red.

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    • Remove the four 6.0 mm Philips #0 screws on the left and right sides of the camera.

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    • Remove the four highlighted 3.0 mm Philips #0 screws on the bottom of the camera.

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    • While pulling the bottom down, remove the back of the camera.

    • Be careful not to pull too hard on the back as it is connected via a ribbon cable. Be sure to disconnect this cable on the main board.

    • To disconnect the ribbon cable pull the small black tab upward and pull gently on the cable.

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

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