Nikon D40 LCD Screen Replacement
By Gerik Kubiak • Difficulty: Moderate
Introduction

LCD screens are known to shatter when dropped. In this guide you will replace the LCD screen that is on the inside of the camera.

Step 1
  • Remove the two visible 6.0 mm Philips #0 screws on the left and right sides of the viewfinder. These screws are highlighted in red.
Step 2
  • Remove the four 6.0 mm Philips #0 screws on the left and right sides of the camera.
Step 3
  • Remove the four highlighted 3.0 mm Philips #0 screws on the bottom of the camera.
Step 4
  • While pulling the bottom down, remove the back of the camera.
  • Be careful not to pull too hard on the back as it is connected via a ribbon cable. Be sure to disconnect this cable on the main board.
  • To disconnect the ribbon cable pull the small black tab upward and pull gently on the cable.
Step 5
  • Remove the six 3.0 mm Philips #0 screws on the inside of the back panel which contains the LCD screen.
Step 6
  • Detach the ribbon cables on the LCD casing.
Step 7
  • Remove the metal casing containing the LCD screen using the plastic opening tool.
  • Be sure to look at the picture to make sure you are removing the correct piece of metal. There should be no glue holding the correct piece to the frame.
Step 8
  • You should now be able to remove the LCD screen. Replace it with a new screen.
Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.