Lift the latch holding down the ribbon cable connected to the touch pad.

When inserting the cable back, ensure that it goes under the white indents.

Remove the three screws holding down the bracket on the bottom portion of the touch pad using a Phillips #0 screwdriver.

Remove the four screws holding down the bracket on the upper portion of the touch pad using a Phillips #0 screwdriver.

Remove the bracket on the bottom portion of the touchpad by carefully peeling it away, as it is held by adhesives, then set it aside.