How to remove and replace keyboard on Lenovo ThinkPad Edge E520

In this guide, I will explain how to remove the keyboard on the Lenovo ThinkPad Edge E520. Refer to this guide. You can install a new keyboard on your ThinkPad Edge E520.

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Turn off your laptop. Unlock and remove the battery.
Remove the four screws securing the service cover. Pry up and remove the service cover.

Remove the two screws securing the keyboard. Next to the screws, there is a keyboard symbol indicating that they are used to secure the keyboard.

Flip the laptop over. Slide the keyboard in the direction of the arrow.

Place the keyboard on your palm rest.
Lift up the left side of the retaining tab until it opens up at a 90-degree angle.
Pull the cable out of the connector.
Now you can remove the keyboard completely.