Panasonic Toughbook 45 Screen Replacement
Complete guide to Panasonic Toughbook 45 screen 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
Screen Replacement is one of the most common repairs for Panasonic Toughbook 45. This repair involves replacing the damaged display component with a new or refurbished part. The process typically takes 1-2 hours and requires moderate skill level.
🔧 Required Tools
🔩 Replacement Parts
What You'll Need
- Replacement display 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:
Locate the bay door for the battery on the left side of the laptop.
Step 2:
Slide the latch to the right and then down to unlock it.
Pull out the battery.
Step 3:
Remove the four hinge screws from the back of the computer.
Step 4:
Open the laptop and remove the four indicated screws with a Phillips size 0 screwdriver.
Pry off the plastic strip which was previously held in place by the screws.
Step 5:
Remove the four hinge screws to allow the hinges to rotate up and move.
Step 6:
Remove 16 screws from the top of the closed laptop.
12 Phillips size 1 screws
2 Phillips size 0 screws
2 Torx size 6 screws (T6)
Step 7:
Gently break the adhesive seal between the front and rear display cases with a plastic opening tool.
You will need to reapply the silicon adhesive during reassembly to ensure watertight seal.
Step 8:
Pull the top halve of the casing up revealing the inside of the screen
Step 9:
The top half of the case can be removed by sliding the tabs out from under the hinges.
This makes unplugging the screen wiring much easier
Step 10:
There are 4 wires that need to be unplugged to remove the screen.
Step 11:
For the first wire, peel back the silver cover tape to reveal the connection.
Step 12:
Pull the wiring away from the connection to release it.
Step 13:
Remove the 3 strips of black tape as shown to reveal connections 2 and 3.
Pull the wiring for each away from the connections to remove.
Step 14:
The 4th connection is already visible.
Depending on your model it might not be plugged into anything. If it is, remove it the same way the other 3 connections were removed.
Step 15:
Using a plastic opening tool, lift the screen as shown from the case and pull free.
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DIY vs Professional Repair
✋ DIY Repair
- ✅ Lower cost (parts only: $48-$210)
- ✅ Learn new skills
- ❌ Risk of further damage
- ❌ No warranty
- ❌ Requires tools and time
🔧 Professional Repair
- ✅ Expert installation
- ✅ Warranty included
- ✅ Faster turnaround
- ❌ Higher cost ($80-$350)
- ❌ Need to find reputable shop
Environmental Impact
By choosing to repair your Panasonic Toughbook 45 instead of replacing it, you're preventing approximately 287 kg of CO₂ emissions. Manufacturing a new Panasonic Toughbook 45 generates 295 kg of CO₂, while this repair only produces about 8 kg of CO₂. That's a 97% reduction in carbon emissions!
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