iMac G5 17" Model A1058 Rear Panel Replacement

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Last updated on September 17, 2016

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Difficulty rating: Easy! Minimal disassembly, using only basic tools.

Introduction

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Remove your rear panel to gain access to your iMac's internals.

What you need

Tools

• Phillips #1 ScrewdriverAvailable for sale on iFixit
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Step 1 iMac G5 17" Model A1058 Rear Panel Replacement

• Lay the iMac display-side down on a flat surface.
• Loosen the three Phillips screws securing the rear panel to the iMac.
• These screws are captive in the iMac. The center screw will stop turning after about 3.5 turns and the outer screws will stop turning after about 5.5 turns. Do not try to remove these screws from your iMac.
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Step 2




• Lift the rear panel slightly from the bottom edge of the iMac.
• Pull the rear panel toward yourself and remove it from the iMac.
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