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Many drone repairs are relatively simple, replacing a motor is a crucial fix when your drone experiences reduced performance or stops flying altogether. Motors are responsible for the drone's lift and stability, so a faulty motor can make the difference between smooth flights and frustrating crashes. It may seem like a daunting task, but replacing a motor is straightforward with the right tools and instructions.
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Remove the propeller from the side where the motor is not working.
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Grab the motor with one hand and propeller with the other.
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Turn the propeller counterclockwise to separate the propeller from the drone.
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Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver and remove the four screws that secure the light cover.
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Use the plastic opening tool to pry up and out the PCB.
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Use a 2mm Hex screwdriver to remove the four screws that are located below the PCB.
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Flip the drone over then replace the motor with a new one.
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To reassemble your device, follow the above steps in reverse order.
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting or ask our Answers community for help.
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