Introduction
Welcome to our step-by-step guide on replacing the bottom cover of your Lenovo ThinkPad T460 laptop. The bottom cover is essential as it protects the internal components and ensures proper ventilation for the fan. If your cover is cracked or damaged and exposing the internals, it’s time for a replacement.
Before starting, remember to disable the internal battery, turn off your laptop, and unplug it from any external power sources. Follow these instructions to safely replace the bottom cover and keep your Lenovo T460 in top shape.
Step 1: Dealing with the External Battery
Before you start, ensure you’ve taken these important steps: disable the internal battery, turn off your laptop completely, and unplug it from any power sources.
Now, position your Lenovo T460 with the bottom facing up. Next, find the latch on the left side of the battery. Slide it to the left until you hear a click. This will securely lock the battery in place and prepare you for the next steps.
Step 2: Removing the Battery
First, slide the latch on the right side of the battery to the right and hold it with your thumb. With your other hand, slide the battery towards the back of the laptop. Then, lift the battery up and away from the laptop.
Step 3: Removing the Bottom Cover
Take a screwdriver and loosen the eight captive screws on the bottom cover of your Lenovo ThinkPad T460.
Step 4: Detaching the Bottom Cover
Start by inserting the flat end of a spudger between the bottom cover and the rest of the Lenovo T460, beginning at the lower left corner. Gently pry up the lower left corner of the bottom cover by a few millimeters. Then, slide the spudger along the bottom of the laptop to release the clips until you reach the lower right corner. You might hear some snapping sounds as the clips come loose.
Step 5: Releasing the Remaining Clips
Use the spudger to slide along the right and top sides of the bottom cover to release the clips. You might hear some snapping noises as the clips come free.
Be careful: If the clips don’t release easily, make sure the captive screws are fully loosened. Forcing the clips can crack the bottom cover.
Step 6: Lifting the Upper Left Corner
Use the spudger to gently pry up the upper left corner of the bottom cover by a few millimeters. Carefully lift the sections of the cover with printed logos of the ports.
Be cautious: Avoid prying inside the ports themselves, as this can damage your laptop. Only lift the parts of the cover that extend past the ports.
Step 7: Lifting the Bottom Cover in the Battery Compartment
Use the spudger to gently pry up the bottom cover in the lower part of the external battery compartment by a few millimeters.
Step 8: Removing the Bottom Cover
Using both hands, lift the bottom cover up and away from your Lenovo ThinkPad T460.
By following these steps, you can successfully replace the bottom cover of your Lenovo T460, ensuring it continues to protect the internal components and maintain proper ventilation. Keep your Lenovo Thinkpad T460 notebook in top condition with this easy repair guide.