Introduction

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    • The first step is to remove the four M3x10 Phillips screws from the bottom of the Thymio chassis.

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    • Once the screws are removed you simply need to turn the thymio around and pop the top part of the case.

    • Be careful as the speaker is still connect to the PCB so don't pull too hard.

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    • Now grab some tweezers or with your fingers disconnect the speaker cable. You should now have two seperate pieces, the top case and the bottom one.

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    • To remove the PCB, take it between your hands or with one finger in the pen hole.

    • Tilt and lift the PCB.

    • Be careful as the battery and motor cables are still attached.

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    • After lifting the PCB, carefully remove the cables one by one with tweezers or your fingers.

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    • Now that the motors are free, we can simply take a prying tool and twist the motor free.

    • Replace the motor with the new one.

    • The motor axle is still sticking out the chassis so don't force it out if you feel some resistance.

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

Alexandre Aires Viegas

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