Xiaomi Air 12 Trackpad Replacement

Written By: Hannah Kwan

Comments: 4

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

Time Required

30 minutes - 1 hour

Introduction

Use this guide to replace the trackpad in your Xiaomi Air 12.

Tools

Step 1

Orient the computer so the Xiaomi logo is at the bottom of the device.

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I have a problem on my Mi air 12 , specifically with the lcd cable port on the mother board. I want to replace it but i can’t seem to find where to buy the parts.

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lanusjeleus - 03/02/20

Step 2

Insert the plastic opening tool underneath the top-middle rubber covering and lift upwards to reveal the hidden screw.

Step 3

Remove the eight 3 mm screws using the Torx T5 driver by inserting the screwdriver into each screw and rotating counterclockwise.

Step 4

Insert the plastic opening tool into each side of the computer and push the tool downwards to pop open the back cover.
You will hear popping noises as you remove the cover.

Step 5

Remove the back of the laptop by gently lifting the casing upwards.

Step 6

Detach the white and black speaker wires by pulling them from the small black tabs along the perimeter of the metal bracket.

Would be nice if I found somewhere a replacement for the Mainboard….no luck so far and Xiaomi does not sell.

Mk k - 12/01/20

Step 7

Remove the 1.5mm screw using the JIS #00 screwdriver.

Step 8

Lift the SSD up from the device and gently pull the SSD from the laptop.

Step 9

Detach the red wire from the tabs on the perimeter of the metal bracket.

Step 10

Use a PH1 screwdriver to remove the five 2mm black screws.
Remove two silver 1mm JIS #00 screws.
There will be clear plastic spacers that come off with the silver screws.

Step 11

Lift the battery up and pull out from the device.
The metal bracket will come out with the battery.

Dont forget to disconnect the battery wire!!

Ben Egalo -

Step 12

Orient the computer so that the trackpad is closest to you.

Step 13

Disconnect the trackpad cable from the motherboard by inserting the plastic opening tool under the white tab of the connector and pry up the white tab.