Power Jack Wiggling, not charging

[schenoy]

Hi,

I have a t41. The round yellow power interface on the back of my T41 is suddenly loose, wiggles around and won't charge without holding tight the ac power jack in.
I looked at the IBM HMM, they only reference the "ac power connector" once, and no repair or part information.
Anyone know if this is an "easy" repair, it seems that the internal jack interface needs to be replaced, is all. Where do I buy one, and what does it take to replace?

Thanks!

[ChineseMan21]

I had this same problem on my T40 (almost, my power connector only wiggled but still could charge). There is a screw that secures the power connector and its located above the power connector in that space between the LCD and the unit. You can see it if you close your thinkpad and look inbetween that little space right above the power connector but below the LCD.

If you follow the HMM to remove everything up to unscrewing the screws that secure the LCD hinges to the base unit you should be able to access that screw.