Sonos Playbase Side Speaker Replacement

Written By: James Andrews

Comments: 2

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

Time Required

4 minutes

Introduction

The side speakers on the Sonos Playbase are necessary to create simulated surround sound. If certain channels are missing or low quality, the side speakers may need replacement.

Tools

Step 1

Turn the Playbase upside down so that the "Sonos Playbase" imprint is face up.
Remove the bottom panel with an Opening Tool by inserting underneath and prying upwards.
Melt the adhesive with an iOpener for ease of opening
Use a Metal Spudger if the plastic spudgers do not work.
Take care to avoid damaging the plastic or the device if using a metal spudger.

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Step 2

Remove the fourteen 11mm T-10 screws by turning counter-clockwise.
Remove the seven 44mm T-20 screws by turning counter-clockwise.
Remove the twenty-two 34mm T-20 screws by turning counter-clockwise.
Record where each screw belongs for easier reassembly.

Step 3

Remove the metal plate with a Opening Tool by inserting underneath and prying upwards.
Use a metal spudger if plastic openers do not work.
Take care to avoid damaging the plastic or the device if using a metal spudger.