Huawei MateBook D 4 Keyboard Replacement
Complete guide to Huawei MateBook D 4 keyboard replacement. Cost estimates, difficulty level, time required, and environmental impact.
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💰 Cost Breakdown
💡 Tip: Costs vary by location and repair shop. Authorized service centers typically charge more than independent repair shops.
🔧 Repair Overview
Keyboard Replacement is one of the most common repairs for Huawei MateBook D 4. This repair involves replacing the damaged input component with a new or refurbished part. The process typically takes 2-4 hours and requires difficult skill level.
What You'll Need
- Replacement input part (OEM or aftermarket)
- Precision screwdriver set (Phillips #000 or pentalobe)
- Opening tools (plastic spudger, suction cup)
- Adhesive strips or glue
- Clean workspace with good lighting
Step-by-Step Process
Step 1: Case removal
Remove the 10 P5 screws securing the case.
Use a spudger to pry the edges of the case up, releasing the plastic tabs holding the base in place.
Step 2: Battery removal
Remove the 3 PH00 screws holding the battery in place.
Slide the battery forwards and lift it from its housing.
Do NOT remove the battery yet, as it is still connected to the motherboard.
Pry the end of the battery connector from its housing.
Remove the battery.
When reassembling, remember that replacing the battery cable in its housing requires a sliding motion in the direction of the motherboard.
Step 3: Remove bezel
Using a spudger or pry tool, separate the screen bezel from the case.
The bezel is made from thin plastic that should not have too much force exerted on it. Exercise caution during this step.
Separate the bezel from the hinge housing and remove it.
Step 4: Break LCD adhesive
Insert a pry tool onto either side of the LCD and slide downwards towards the keyboard.
Repeat for the opposite side once all adhesive is broken. There are no delicate cables between this LCD and the top of the laptop case.
Fold the LCD upwards towards the keyboard.
Step 5: Remove the LCD
Remove the piece of tape holding the LCD cable in place
The LCD cable has two delicate outcroppings on each side which should not be used to pull the cable backwards.
Pull the cable away, removing it from the LCD.
Remove the LCD.
Follow these steps in reverse order to reassemble.
📖 Repair guide provided by iFixit - The free repair manual. Licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 3.0.
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DIY vs Professional Repair
✋ DIY Repair
- ✅ Lower cost (parts only: $120-$360)
- ✅ Learn new skills
- ❌ Risk of further damage
- ❌ No warranty
- ❌ Requires tools and time
🔧 Professional Repair
- ✅ Expert installation
- ✅ Warranty included
- ✅ Faster turnaround
- ❌ Higher cost ($200-$600)
- ❌ Need to find reputable shop
Environmental Impact
By choosing to repair your Huawei MateBook D 4 instead of replacing it, you're preventing approximately 240 kg of CO₂ emissions. Manufacturing a new Huawei MateBook D 4 generates 255 kg of CO₂, while this repair only produces about 15 kg of CO₂. That's a 94% reduction in carbon emissions!
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