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| If your [link|https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/E_Ink|E ink|new_window=true] screen is cracked or unresponsive, you may need to replace it. |
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| The screen part comes with the display pre‑installed into the frame, so you'll need to transfer all the internals from your old eReader into the new screen. |
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| Following this guide will remove your eReader's IP (Ingress Protection) rating, making it susceptible to water damage. |
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| If your battery is swollen, [[What to do with a swollen battery|take appropriate precautions|new_window=true]]. |
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| After this repair, follow [guide|170983|this guide|new_window=true] to calibrate your eReader to your replacement screen. If you don't, you might experience "ghosting" or visual artifacts of the E ink. |
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| ***Kobo supports their eReaders with a warranty. If your device is still under warranty, Kobo may be able to help. Before starting a repair, [link|https://help.kobo.com/hc/en-us/articles/360020774573-View-warranty-and-legal-information-on-your-Kobo-eReader|review your warranty information|new_window=true] or [link|https://www.kobo.com/userguides|check support documentation|new_window=true].*** |