Ryobi CSB135L Laser Replacement

Introduction

This guide will show you how to properly replace the guiding laser in the Ryobi CSB135L. If the symptoms in our troubleshooting page for a malfunctioning laser align with the symptoms your Ryobi CSB135L are experiencing your laser is most likely damaged.

What you need

Step 1 Motor Housing

Ryobi CSB135L Laser Replacement, Motor Housing: step 1, image 1 of 1

Remove the three M4.5 x 35mm screws that hold the motor housing to the blade housing using a Phillips screwdriver.
Although not required for motor housing removal, the two M4 x 16 mm Phillips head screws must be removed for access to the top of the motor.

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Step 2

Remove the three M3.5 x 16 mm screws that hold on the laser cover using a Phillips screwdriver.
The wires that power the laser prevent the motor housing from coming off, so the laser must be removed.

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Step 3

Pry the motor housing (green plastic) from the blade housing (gray plastic) using a metal spudger or any small pry bar.

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Step 4

Fully remove the motor housing and blade cover to expose the motor and laser.

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Step 5 Laser

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Regardless of the assembly state of the saw, remove the M4 x 16 mm screws that hold the two pieces of the handle together using a Phillips screwdriver.

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