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chauqg
Sep 29, 2006, 10:37 PM
:confused: Had space key Sticking; easily removed key by unsnaping key cover from three pressure keys (4 snap points each); was able to remove piece of something stopping keyfrom being pressed; Now how do I re-install the space bar cover. I can get it on and working only when I press the center, or I can get it to take presses anywhere, but I cannot get it to return to the up position. Either senario, but not both. There are two wires (I think used as springs) that I don't know how to set or install properly. Can anyone descripe proper installation of these two wires??? Or the entire key for that matter!

Thanks,

CG



hayduke
Sep 29, 2006, 10:47 PM
You're right, in that, it has something to do with the wires. They act as a slim/compact spring, but they are tricky to get back in place. Look around on http://www.ifixit.com/Guide/ or search the web for other repair guides. Alternately, you could try a "genius" (generally a person with sub-genius IQ) at a nearby Apple store...if there is one nearby. They'll often do simple repairs like this for free.

chauqg
Sep 30, 2006, 10:02 AM
Thanks for ifixit.com they only have info on the entire keyboard installation - at least what I have been able to find. I now have the key working with pressure everywhere, but now is must be touched to make it pop up into proper position. http://forums.macrumors.com/images/smilies/mad.gif Still looking f or help, but will call genus at Apple Store . Do they do phone fex?

Thanks

CG