Introduction
A defective button pad is is not difficult to replace with just a couple tools.
Tools
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Grasp the scanner lid cover from the front of the device and lift lid all the way up until it stands on its own.
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With two hands, grasp the lid on both sides near the hinges and lift straight up to release the lid from each hinge.
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Once you have removed the scanner lid, locate the finger notch on inside the top left half of the bezel (control) panel.
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From the front of the printer, remove the button panel by pulling it towards you while slightly lifting it up.
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Disconnect the white ribbon cable by grasping it between your thumb and index finger.
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Gently pull to release the ribbon from the green circuit board
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Next, use the flat end of a spudger to pry loose the flat ribbon computer cable by the plastic connection end and carefully separate it from the prongs on the button panel.
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The entire button panel should now be completely disconnected from the printer.
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Lay the panel on a flat surface with the backside facing up.
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Using a T9 torx screwdriver, remove all six 0.7 cm silver screws from the off-white plastic panel.
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Insert your new button panel. To reassemble your printer, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.