Ryobi CSB135L Laser Replacement

Written By: Nathanael Winchell

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Difficulty

Difficult

Steps

Time Required

35 minutes

Introduction

This guide will show you how to properly replace the guiding laser in the Ryobi CSB135L. If the symptoms in our troubleshooting page for a malfunctioning laser align with the symptoms your Ryobi CSB135L are experiencing your laser is most likely damaged.

Tools

Step 1

Remove the three M4.5 x 35mm screws that hold the motor housing to the blade housing using a Phillips screwdriver.
Although not required for motor housing removal, the two M4 x 16 mm Phillips head screws must be removed for access to the top of the motor.

Step 2

Remove the three M3.5 x 16 mm screws that hold on the laser cover using a Phillips screwdriver.
The wires that power the laser prevent the motor housing from coming off, so the laser must be removed.

Step 3

Pry the motor housing (green plastic) from the blade housing (gray plastic) using a metal spudger or any small pry bar.

Step 4

Fully remove the motor housing and blade cover to expose the motor and laser.

Step 5

Regardless of the assembly state of the saw, remove the M4 x 16 mm screws that hold the two pieces of the handle together using a Phillips screwdriver.