Inspiron 14 7420 2-in-1 Service Manual

Installing the base cover

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

The following images indicate the location of the base cover and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.

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Connect the battery cable to the connector on the system board and adhere the tape that secures the battery cable to the battery.
Align the screw holes on the base cover with the screw holes on the palm-rest and keyboard assembly, and then snap the base cover into place.
Replace the four screws (M2x4) that secure the base cover to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
Tighten the three captive screws that secure the base cover to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.