Inspiron 15 7000 2-in-1 Service Manual

Procedure

1. Close the display and turn the computer over.
2. Loosen the six captive screws that secure the base cover to the palm-rest assembly.
3. Remove the 4 screws (M2.5x5) that secure the base cover to the palm-rest assembly.
   
4. Using a plastic scribe, pry and release the tabs on the base cover from the slots on the palm-rest assembly.
5. Lift the base cover from the palm-rest assembly.
   
6. Disconnect the battery cable from the system board.
7. Press and hold the power button for 5 seconds to ground the system board.