Canon EOS Rebel XS Lens Mount Ring Replacement

ID: 4965

Description: Use this guide to remove the lens mount ring....

Steps:

1. Remove the two 3mm (1/8") black screws from the side cover using a #00 Phillips screwdriver.

2. On the bottom, remove the 6mm (13/64") screw with the #00 Phillips Screwdriver.
3. Pry up the panel; starting from the front/bottom corner, as indicated.
4. There's a concealed lip, under the opposite edge.

5. Remove three medium length screws from the bottom of the camera

6. Remove the two medium length screws on the front panel of the camera above the lens mount.
7. Once you done, you may use the Spudger to panel from non-grip side.
8. If you start on the grip side, it will be more challenging to loosen the panel.

9. Remove the five silver screws from the lens mounting ring using a Phillips screwdriver.

10. Use your fingers to remove the lens mounting ring.
11. There is a small metal button housed in the ring (red square). Be careful not to lose this piece when removing the ring.

12. Use a pair of tweezers to remove the spring on the lens mounting ring.

13. Use a pair of tweezers to remove the gold metal ring.
14. Take note of the ring's orientation for re-installing it.