Einleitung
If your Lenovo Thinkpad X1 Carbon 4th Generation doesn’t allow the user to navigate the screen with the mousepad or click on items on the screen, use this guide to replace the mousepad (also known as a trackpad).
The mousepad uses a ribbon cable to send the information to the motherboard. A loose ribbon cable connection will cause the same issues like a broken mousepad.
Before using this guide, inspect the ribbon cable connection for a loose or non-existent connection, which has the possibility of making the mousepad dysfunctional. Be sure to fully reassemble the computer before testing the mousepad.
Before beginning, make sure to power off your computer completely and disconnect from any external power source.
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Unscrew the nine captive screws on the bottom cover of the laptop using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.
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There are a few small clips around the edge that you may need to pry at to free them. An opening pick may be helpful for this process.
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Unweave the blue and white wires from underneath the plastic tabs connected to the battery.
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Carefully lift the far end of the battery connector with an opening tool facing towards you.
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Remove the connector by pushing it forward and lifting.
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Using a Phillips #1 screwdriver, remove the six 2 mm screws securing the mousepad to the motherboard.
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Using the plastic opening tool, lift the flap of the ZIF connector up and pull out the ribbon cable connecting the motherboard to the mousepad.
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Using the plastic opening tool, tilt and lift the mousepad away from the bottom of the computer.
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Remove the mousepad.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
