Dell Precision M3800 (P31F001) Touchpad Removal and Installation


In this Dell laptop tutorial we are going to show you how to install and replace the Touchpad on your Precision M3800 (P31F001) laptop. These installation instructions have be made into 3 easy to follow printable steps. We have also create a video tutorial that shows you how to install your Precision M3800 (P31F001) Touchpad.

Before you begin

Please take the time read the following safety guidelines when working on static sensitive electrical components.
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Tools needed for this laptop repair

  • 1 x small phillips head screwdriver
  • 1 x small plastic scribe
Precision M3800 Touchpad

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Precision M3800 Touchpad

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Installation and Removal Instructions
Precision M3800 (P31F001) Touchpad

Lift open badge door and remove screws (2 x M2.5 x 6mm).

Step 1

  • Lift open badge door and remove screws (2 x M2.5 x 6mm).
  • Unscrew and remove Bottom Base (10 X 2mm x 3mm T5 Torx).
Lift open badge door and remove screws (2 x M2.5 x 6mm).Unscrew and remove Bottom Base (10 X 2mm x 3mm T5 Torx).Lift open badge door and remove screws (2 x M2.5 x 6mm).Lift open badge door and remove screws (2 x M2.5 x 6mm).
Unscrew battery (4 x M2.5 x 5mm).

Step 2

Unscrew battery (4 x M2.5 x 5mm).Disconnect and remove Battery.Unscrew battery (4 x M2.5 x 5mm).
Disconnect touchpad cable.

Step 3

  • Disconnect touchpad cable.
  • Unscrew and remove touchpad (2 x M2 x 2mm wafer).
Disconnect touchpad cable.Unscrew and remove touchpad (2 x M2 x 2mm wafer).Disconnect touchpad cable.

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