Head Strap Info

Written By: Sam Omiotek

Comments: 5

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

Time Required

No estimate

Introduction

This is a prerequisite-only guide! This guide is part of another procedure and is not meant to be used alone.

Tools

T5 Torx Screwdriver

Step 1

The head strap can be removed without removing the face gasket bezel if you have the correct length driver. If you are using your iFixit T6 driver, skip this step and proceed with removing the face gasket bezel.
Your T6 driver must have a shaft longer than 18 mm (0.7 in) and an overall length less than 140 mm (5.5 in).
Insert your T6 Torx screwdriver into the hole on the face gasket bezel to remove the captive screw securing the left side of the head strap.
Skip to step 12.

Use a T6 driver on the screw securing the left side of the headband to the device. Usage of a T5 bit will damage this screw and make it impossible to remove.

Arc7ic Kenai -

Where may I find a replacement screw for the left side?

TomCatT -

I need a replacement screw for the left side as well. :(

beaudamion -

ifixit kit did not come with t6 torx screwdriver so had to buy it separately.

FIXITWILLY -

What kind of screw is located where the red circle shows? I know its supposed to be a captive screw but it is missing on my right side. I just need to know the specs so i can order a replacement.

Josh Gordash -