X301: Hinges getting loose

[Edmond Dantes]

After 1.5 year of heavy usage the hinges of my X301 seem to get a little loose.
As I'm still very satisfied with the machine I'll keep it as long as possible, so I would like to fix the problem (well, it is not yet a problem, but it seems it will be).
I had a look at this link (http://www.lenovoservicetraining.com/io ... index.html) and around in the internet, but I wasn't able to find information on how to fix the hinges.
Can anyone advice?

Thanks a lot.

Edmond

[erik]

the hinges aren't serviceable.   you'll need to replace them.

[Edmond Dantes]

Thanks Erik for your answer.
Does this mean I have to replace the whole LCD frame?

Rergards

Edmond

[erik]

no... thinkpad hinges are available separately from the rest of the LCD components.   on this particular thinkpad they're literally available seperately (typically they're sold in pairs).

http://www-307.ibm.com/pc/support/site. ... 70622.html

you'll need FRU numbers 4 and 8 in that diagram (42X5134 and 42X5135).


if you can't find the parts through online retailers, the following link will provide both a phone number and means to order online in switzerland direct from IBM.

http://www-307.ibm.com/pc/support/site. ... 50319.html

[Edmond Dantes]

Thanks Erik!
Now I can see many years with my X301