Canon EOS 5D Mark II Front Panel Replacement Tutorial

Are you having trouble with your Canon EOS 5D Mark II’s front panel? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered In this tutorial, we’ll guide you through the process of replacing the front panel of your camera. Please note that this tutorial is for repair purposes only and should not be attempted by those who are not familiar with camera repair.

Step 1: Remove the Rubber Cover

Start by peeling back the rubber cover above the in/out ports to reveal two screw heads. This will give you access to the screws that hold the front panel in place.

Step 2: Remove the Screws

Remove both 5.4 mm screws using a Phillips #0 screwdriver. This will allow you to lift the in/out port plastic covering from the bottom where the backup battery used to be.

Step 3: Remove the Viewfinder Screws

Remove each 6.3 mm screw on either side of the viewfinder using a Phillips #0 screwdriver. This will give you access to the back panel of the camera.

Step 4: Remove the Back Panel Screws

Remove the three 4.8 mm screws on the bottom of the back plate using a Phillips #0 screwdriver. This will allow you to remove the back panel of the camera.

Step 5: Remove the Back Panel

The back panel can now fall off easily by turning the device upside down. Be sure to catch it so the data ribbons do not tear or tug.

Step 6: Disconnect the Data Ribbons

Remove each data ribbon cable from the motherboard by applying pressure down towards the motherboard and gently sliding your thumb upwards on the slot where the cable meets the motherboard. This will raise a very small clip that locks the cable in place.

Step 7: Remove the Front Panel Screws

Peel off the rubber cover on the front panel in order to access the screws underneath. Remove each of the 4.9 mm three screws using a Phillips #0 screwdriver.

Step 8: Remove the Front Panel

Remove the front panel by lifting upwards from the right side where the in/out ports used to be.

And that’s it You have successfully replaced the front panel of your Canon EOS 5D Mark II. If you’re not comfortable with this repair or if you’re not sure about any of the steps, we recommend that you seek the help of a professional repair service like Salvation Repair. We offer a limited lifetime guarantee on all parts and labor, and our experienced technicians can help you with any camera repair needs you may have.