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Canon PowerShot G7X Dial Replacement

Introduction

In this guide, we will be showing you how to remove the flash dial in order to replace it.

What you need

  1. Canon PowerShot G7X Dial Replacement, Dial: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the five 2mm Phillips #000 screws that are under the screen of the camera.

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  2. Canon PowerShot G7X Dial Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the two 3mm Phillips #000 screws under the AV-out digital flap.

    • Remove the two 3 mm Phillips #000 screws from the side of the camera.

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  3. Canon PowerShot G7X Dial Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the two 3 mm Phillips #000 screws on the side of camera with the flash toggle.

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  5. Canon PowerShot G7X Dial Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the four 4 mm Phillips #000 screws from the plate on the bottom of the camera.

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  6. Canon PowerShot G7X Dial Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the back plate.

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  7. Canon PowerShot G7X Dial Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the three 3 mm Phillips #000 screws around the dial.

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  8. Canon PowerShot G7X Dial Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 2 Canon PowerShot G7X Dial Replacement: step 7, image 2 of 2

    • Using the nylon spudger, gently lift the ZIF tab.

    • Disconnect the ribbon cable that connects the dial to the motherboard.

    • Remove the dial from the device.

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Conclusion

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

One Comment

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