Inspiron 3181 2-in-1 Service Manual

Removing keyboard

1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2. Remove the:
   1. microSD card
   2. base cover
   3. battery
3. To remove keyboard:
   1. Disconnect the keyboard cable from the system board [1].
   2. Use the plastic scribe to the release the keyboard [2].
   

   NOTE The two release holes for the keyboard are indicated by the "KB" labeling.
4. Slide the keyboard outwards, away from the computer.
   

   NOTE Carefully pull the keyboard connector through the gap in the palm rest.
5. Lift the keyboard away from the computer.