Cole Claiborne since it sounds like your Nespresso is not doing much of anything, start with the basic trouble shooting. Since you already have it apart, post plenty of pictures with your question. That way we can see what you see. For that use [guide|21499|this guide]
4.1 Coffee machine is not working (does not function)
a) YES - power cord is okay (loose connection)
YES - continue
NO - replace power cord
b) YES - On/Off switch has typical switching noise
YES - continue
NO - replace functional block
c) YES - pump works (press a coffee button)
YES - continue with point e)
NO - continue with point d)
d) YES - both coffee buttons are working
YES - replace pump
NO - replace functional block
e) YES - fine wire fuses or triac on thermoblock defective
YES - replace thermoblock
NO - continue
f) YES - wiring is okay
NO - continue with point 4.2
YES - replace functional block
NO - replace defective cables
Let us know what you find with each point.