Framework Laptop 12 Loosen the Display

Written By: Arthur Shi
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Framework Laptop 12 Loosen the Display

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

9

Time Required

15 - 45 minutes

Introduction

Prereq steps to loosen the display and flip it over. Used by the webcam and Top Cover guides.

This is the removal version of this prereq guide.

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    • Before you begin repairs, unplug your laptop and shut it down from the operating system. This ensures that the laptop isn't in standby/suspend mode.

    • The indicator LEDs along the edges should be unlit. The laptop should be silent.

    • If you accidentally turn on the laptop during repair, hold the power button down for 10 seconds to shut it down.

    • Make sure your Framework Screwdriver has the T5 Torx bit (labeled as T-5) facing outwards. If it's not, pull the bit out and flip it.

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    • Open the laptop lid so that both the screen and the base lie flat on your work surface.

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    • The Display Cover is held in place with magnets along the top edge and clips along the remaining edges.

    • Use the flat end of your Framework Screwdriver to pry up the right edge of the Display Cover.

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    • Slide your fingers under the top edge of the Display Cover to release it from the laptop.

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    • Remove the Display Cover.

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    • Use your Framework Screwdriver to remove the four 3.3 mm‑long T5 Torx screws securing the display to the Top Cover.

    • These screws are not captive. Store them in a safe location for reassembly.

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    • Insert the bit end of your Framework Screwdriver into the small hole on the display, below the Framework logo.

    • Slide the display down towards the hinge edge to release the tabs holding the top edge of the display in place.

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    • Use your fingers to lift the top edge of the display from the Top Cover.

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    • Use your fingers to carefully swing the display over so it lies on top of the keyboard.

Author

Arthur Shi

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