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crwdns2944351:0crwdnd2944351:0Pentax LX Shutter Speed Resistor Cleaningcrwdnd2944351:0crwdne2944351:0

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Introduction
The shutter speed resistor is a common point of failure in the Pentax LX. The component consists of a pair of feeler contacts sliding along a carbon filament. The resistance value created by this assembly communicates the selected shutter speed to the camera. Over time the contacts can become oxidized and/or dirty resulting in erratic behavior when using the manual electronic shutter speeds. Cleaning the resistor can restore the camera to normal functionality.
***''Any disassembly of the LX body will compromise the weather sealing. New seals must be reapplied during final reassembly to restore weather proofing.''***