• Before servicing a ThinkPad product, be sure to read all the information under Chapter 1 “Safety information” on page 1 and Chapter 2 “Important service information” on page 21. • ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 and ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 might be shipped with different microprocessors, namely ®...
Page 6
T14s Gen 2 and X13 Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Page 8
Important: • Use only approved tools and test equipment. Some hand tools have handles covered with a soft material that does not insulate you when working with live electrical currents. • Many customers have, near their equipment, rubber floor mats that contain small conductive fibers to decrease electrostatic discharges (ESD).
0.1 ohm or less between the external ground pin and the frame ground. b. The power cord should be the authorized type specified for your computer. Go to: https:// support.lenovo.com/partslookup c. Insulation must not be frayed or worn. 4. Check for cracked or bulging batteries.
2. Ensure that the ESD protective devices you use have been certified (ISO 9000) as fully effective. When handling ESD-sensitive parts: • Keep the parts in protective packages until they are inserted into the product. • Avoid contact with other people. •...
– “FRU identification” on page 23 Important: • Advise customers to contact the Lenovo Customer Support Center if they need any assistance in obtaining or installing any software fixes, drivers, and UEFI BIOS downloads. Telephone numbers for Lenovo Support are available at: https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/supportphonelist...
Dynamic Configure To Order (CTO) model This model provides the ability for a customer to configure a Lenovo solution from a Web Site, and have this configuration sent to fulfillment, where it is built and shipped directly to the customer. The machine label and eSupport will load these products as the 4-character MT, 4-character model, and 2-character country code.
FRU identification To identify FRUs for a product, do the following: 1. Go to https://support.lenovo.com/partslookup 2. Type the Machine Type in the corresponding field to get a general FRU list. Or type the Serial Number for more detailed FRU information.
Page 30
T14s Gen 2 and X13 Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Note: If you are unable to isolate and repair the problem yourself after running the program, save and print the log files created by the program. You need the log files when you speak to a Lenovo technical support representative.
If the computer you are servicing is not installed with the UEFI diagnostic program, you can download a bootable diagnostic program from the Lenovo Support Web site. The bootable diagnostic program enables you to view system information and test some hardware devices in your computer, such as memory, storage...
1. Go to https://www.lenovo.com/diags 2. Click Lenovo Bootable Diagnostics. 3. Follow the instructions on the Web site to create a bootable diagnostic medium on a USB device or disc. To use the diagnostic medium you have created, do one of the following: •...
To check the USB-C type ac power adapter, do the following: 1. Connect the computer to a power outlet and turn on the computer. 2. Start Lenovo Vantage program, and then click Hardware Settings ➙ Power. The ac power adapter information is displayed.
Page 36
Wire Voltage (V dc) +2.5 to +3.2 Black Ground • If the voltage is correct, replace the system board. • If the voltage is not correct, replace the coin-cell battery. • If the coin-cell battery discharges quickly after replacement, replace the system board. T14s Gen 2 and X13 Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
When the latest maintenance diskette and the system program service diskette become available, they will be posted on: https://support.lenovo.com Reset or restore Windows To reset or restore Windows, refer to the information below: • Use Lenovo recovery options. 1. Go to https://support.lenovo.com/HowToCreateLenovoRecovery 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. • Use Window recovery options.
The system management password can also protect the system information stored in UEFI BIOS like a supervisor password, but it has lower authority by default. The system management password can be set through the UEFI BIOS menu or through Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) with the Lenovo client-management interface.
Lenovo cannot reset your passwords or recover data from the storage drive. You can contact a Lenovo authorized service provider to have the storage drive replaced. A fee will be charged for parts and service. If the storage drive is a CRU (Customer Replaceable Unit), you can also contact Lenovo to purchase a new storage drive to replace the old one by yourself.
7. Reinstall the built-in battery. 8. Reinstall the base cover assembly. 9. Reconnect ac power. 10. Turn on the computer and wait until the POST ends. After the POST ends, the password prompt does not appear. The system management password has been removed. If a supervisor password has been set and is known to the service technician, do the following to remove the system management password: 1.
Hibernation mode In hibernation mode, the following occurs: • The system status, RAM, VRAM, and setup data are stored on the solid-state drive. • The system is powered off. Note: If the computer enters the hibernation mode while it is connected to the dock, do not disconnect it before resuming normal operation.
Numeric error codes Table 2. Numeric error codes Symptom or error FRU or action, in sequence 0177 Replace the system board. Bad SVP data, stop POST task—The checksum of the supervisor password in the EEPROM is not correct. 0183 1. Run the ThinkPad Setup program. The settings Bad CRC of Security Settings in EFI Variable.
Beep errors Lenovo SmartBeep technology enables you to decode beep errors with your smartphone when a black screen occurs with beeps from your computer. To decode the beep error with Lenovo SmartBeep technology, do the following: 1.
Page 44
The following section describes some beep errors and the corresponding solutions. Note: Do not attempt to service a product yourself unless instructed to do so by the Customer Support Center or product documentation. Only use a Lenovo-authorized service provider to repair your product. Error codes...
If the LCD you are servicing has two or less visible defective pixels, it should not be considered faulty. However, if the LCD has three or more visible defective pixels, it will be deemed as defective by Lenovo and it should be replaced.
Table 5. LCD-related symptoms FRU or action, in sequence Symptom or error No beep, power-on indicator on, and a blank LCD during 1. Run LCD Self Test. POST. 2. Replace the system board. • LCD backlight not working. 1. Reseat the LCD connectors. •...
Page 48
Toggle keyboard backlight Break operation Pause operation Scroll contents Send system request Enter sleep mode To wake up the computer, press Fn or the power button. Go to beginning Go to end T14s Gen 2 and X13 Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Trackpad Near field communication (NFC) mark* Speaker TrackPoint buttons * for selected models Left and right Intel models T14s Gen 2 and X13 Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Page 51
AMD models ® USB-C (Thunderbolt™ 4) power USB-C (3.2 Gen 2) power connector connector USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) connector USB-C (3.2 Gen 2) connector Ethernet extension connector Gen 2 HDMI™ connector Always On USB 3.2 connector Gen 1 Audio connector Smart-card slot* USB 3.2 connector Gen 1 Security-lock slot * for selected models...
Rear Nano-SIM-card tray* * for selected models Bottom Emergency-reset hole Locating FRUs and CRUs This topic introduces the following service parts: • “Major FRUs and CRUs” on page 48 • “LCD FRUs and CRUs” on page 52 • “Miscellaneous parts” on page 55 •...
Page 53
CRUs, you can either install the CRU yourself or you can request that a Service Provider install the CRU according to the warranty service for your product. If you intend on installing the CRU, Lenovo will ship the CRU to you. CRU information and replacement instructions are shipped with your product and are available from Lenovo at any time upon request.
Major FRUs and CRUs ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 T14s Gen 2 and X13 Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Page 55
Nano-SIM-card tray* System board Docking station connector bracket Wireless WAN antennas* Keyboard connector tape Trackpad Lenovo factory recovery USB key* Miscellaneous parts kits (see “Miscellaneous parts” on page 55) Power cord ac power adapter * for selected models Chapter 6...
Page 56
ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 T14s Gen 2 and X13 Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Page 57
Nano-SIM-card tray* System board Docking station connector bracket Wireless WAN antennas* Trackpad Keyboard connector tape Lenovo factory recovery USB key* Miscellaneous parts kits (see “Miscellaneous parts” on page 55) Power cord ac power adapter * for selected models Chapter 6...
Notes: • Depending on the computer model, your computer might look different from the illustration above. • The Lenovo factory recovery USB key is used to restore the Microsoft Windows operating system. It might not come with the computer, and a user might order it from https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/...
Page 59
Table 8. LCD FRUs and CRUs FRU description Self-service Optional-service LCD bezel sheet LCD bezel LCD panel Human presence detection module and cable* Mic rubbers Camera and microphone module* Dummy camera board* Camera-and-microphone-module cable (type 1)* Wireless LAN/WAN antenna assembly* Elastic adhesive tapes LCD cover assembly LCD hinges...
Page 60
ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 Table 9. LCD FRUs and CRUs FRU description Self-service Optional-service LCD bezel sheet LCD bezel LCD panel Human presence detection module and cable Mic rubbers Camera and microphone module* Dummy camera board* Camera-and-microphone-module cable* Elastic adhesive tapes LCD cover assembly LCD hinges LCD cable...
• Spec Connector and cable guide This topic provides information to help Lenovo authorized service technicians identify connectors and cables for replacement purpose. To view each FRU and the exploded illustration of the computer, see “Major FRUs and CRUs” on page 48 and “LCD FRUs and CRUs” on page 52.
Page 62
Note: Depending on your computer model, some connectors or cables might not be available. System board connectors and cables (for selected models) Table 11. System board connector and cable guide Connector/feature Internal cable required Cable connection Camera connector (internal) camera-and-microphone-module Connect one end to the camera cable and microphone module and the...
Page 63
Table 11. System board connector and cable guide (continued) Internal cable required Connector/feature Cable connection Connect a USB-C compatible or Intel models: USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) connector (external) Thunderbolt 4 compatible device AMD models: USB-C (3.2 Gen 2) to this connector. connector (external) Ethernet extension connector Gen Use a ThinkPad Ethernet Extension...
Page 64
System board connectors and cables (for selected models) Table 12. System board connector and cable guide Connector/feature Internal cable required Cable connection camera-and-microphone-module Camera connector (internal) Connect one end to the camera cable and microphone module and the other end to this connector. M.2 Solid-state drive slot (internal) Insert a solid state drive into this slot.
Keyboard assembly cables The keyboard assembly comes X13 Gen 2 (internal) with the cables. Connect the cables to these connectors. Looking up FRU information For detailed FRU information, including part numbers, descriptions, and substitution part numbers, go to: https://support.lenovo.com/partslookup Chapter 6 Locations...
Page 66
T14s Gen 2 and X13 Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Maintenance Key. Note: Only an authorized Lenovo service technician can access the above Web site. 3. Restart the computer. 4. When the logo is displayed, press Esc. The ThinkPad Config Information Update Utility interface is displayed.
To check what ECAs have been previously applied to the machine, use the ECA Information Read/Write function on the LENOVO ThinkPad Hardware Maintenance Diskette or Maintenance Key. 1. Insert the latest version of LENOVO ThinkPad Hardware Maintenance Diskette or Maintenance Key, and then restart the computer.
Page 70
Note: Only the ECA number is stored in the EEPROM. The machine type of the ECA is assumed to be the same as the machine type of the machine that had the ECA applied to it. 1. Insert the latest version of LENOVO ThinkPad Hardware Maintenance Diskette or Maintenance Key, and then restart the computer.
5. Clear the Turn on fast startup check box, and then click Save changes. To disable the built-in battery: 1. Restart your computer. When the logo screen is displayed, immediately press F1 to enter the UEFI BIOS menu. 2. Select Config ➙ Power. The Power submenu is displayed. 3.
Page 73
When installing: Configure the keyboard language in UEFI BIOS: 1. Enter the UEFI BIOS menu. 2. Click Config ➙ Keyboard/Mouse ➙ Keyboard Layout, and then select the keyboard language. Chapter 8 Removing or replacing a FRU...
1020 Base cover assembly Removal steps for ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 Removal steps for ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 T14s Gen 2 and X13 Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Page 75
For the labels that are not shipped with the new base cover assembly, peel them from the old base cover assembly, and adhere them to the new one. ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 CMIIT label...
If your computer is installed with a hybrid solid-state drive (with Intel Optane memory), go to https:// to know the details on how to replace it. support.lenovo.com/docs/tg_ssd Removal steps of the M.2 2280 solid-state drive and its bracket (if any) • Type 1...
Page 77
• Type 2 Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M2 × 3.5 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (1) Black 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) M2 × 4.5 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (1) Silver 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) Removal steps of the M.2 2242 solid-state drive, bracket and thermal pad (for ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 only) Step Screw (quantity)
1040 Wireless WAN card (for selected models) For access, remove this FRU: • “1020 Base cover assembly” on page 68 Removal steps • Type 1 • Type 2 T14s Gen 2 and X13 Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
• Type 3 Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M2 × 2.3 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (1) Black 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) When installing: Ensure that you connect the cables with different colors to the corresponding connectors on the card according to the illustrations above: the orange cable to the connector labeled ORANGE, the blue cable to the connector labeled BLUE, the white and grey cable to the connector labeled WHITE GREY, and the black and grey cable to the connector labeled BLACK GREY.
If the Lenovo Solution Center program is not installed on the computer, the customer should download and install the program to diagnose the battery, before getting a non-physically damaged battery replaced. Note that the replacement of a physically damaged battery is not covered by the warranty.
• Ensure that the base cover assembly is secured in place. Otherwise, the battery connection may fail. Removal steps for ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M2 × 3 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (4) Silver 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) When installing: •...
1080 Thermal fan assembly For access, remove this FRU: • “1020 Base cover assembly” on page 68 Removal steps When installing: • Ensure that the connector is attached firmly. • Do not press the top of the fan cover and the fan hub. •...
1090 USB-card cable and USB card For access, remove these FRUs: • “1020 Base cover assembly” on page 68 • “1060 Built-in battery” on page 74 Removal steps Torque Step Screw (quantity) Color M2 × 3 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (1) Silver 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm)
Removal steps Torque Step Screw (quantity) Color M1.6 x 2.1 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (2) Black 0.15 Nm (1.0 kgf-cm) When installing: • Ensure that the connector is attached firmly. • Ensure that the cable is routed properly. 1120 Coin-cell battery DANGER Use only the authorized battery specified for the computer.
Removal steps When installing: Ensure that the connector is attached firmly. 1130 Smart card reader-trackpad-nfc cable (for selected models) For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1020 Base cover assembly” on page 68 • “1060 Built-in battery” on page 74 Removal steps When installing: Ensure that the connectors are attached firmly.
Removal steps 1160 Smart card reader For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1020 Base cover assembly” on page 68 • “1060 Built-in battery” on page 74 Removal steps Chapter 8 Removing or replacing a FRU...
Page 88
Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M1.6 × 2.1 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (4) Black 0.15 Nm (1.0 kgf-cm) T14s Gen 2 and X13 Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
1170 Power card and power button with or without fingerprint reader For access, remove this FRU: • “1020 Base cover assembly” on page 68 Removal steps Chapter 8 Removing or replacing a FRU...
Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M2 × 3 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (2) Silver 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) M2 × 2.3 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (2) Black 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) Attention: When installing: • For models with fingerprint reader, ensure that the acetate tape marked as shown is removed from the fingerprint reader connector before attaching the connector.
Page 91
• “1020 Base cover assembly” on page 68 • “1060 Built-in battery” on page 74 Removal steps Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M2 × 2.3 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (1) Black 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) When installing: Ensure that the connector is attached firmly. Chapter 8 Removing or replacing a FRU...
The following table contains the brand name required to complete this step. Note: Input the exact brand name as shown in this table. ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 Machine types (MT): 20WM, 20WN, 20XF, and 20XG ThinkPad X13 Gen 2...
Page 93
Removal steps for ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (for selected models) Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M2 × 2.3 mm, flat head, nylon-coated (1) Black 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) M2 × 4.5 mm, flat head, nylon-coated (1) Silver 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) When installing: Configure the keyboard language in UEFI BIOS: 1.
Page 94
Removal steps for ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (for selected models) Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M2 × 2.3 mm, flat head, nylon-coated (1) Black 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) M2 × 4.5 mm, flat head, nylon-coated (1) Silver 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) When installing: Configure the keyboard language in UEFI BIOS: 1.
Page 95
Removal steps for ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (for selected models) Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M2 × 4.5 mm, flat head, nylon-coated (1) Silver 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) When installing: Configure the keyboard language in UEFI BIOS: 1. Enter the UEFI BIOS menu. 2.
Removal steps for ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (for selected models) Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M2 × 4.5 mm, flat head, nylon-coated (1) Silver 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) When installing: Configure the keyboard language in UEFI BIOS: 1. Enter the UEFI BIOS menu. 2.
Page 97
Removal steps (for selected models) Chapter 8 Removing or replacing a FRU...
Page 98
Table 14. Screw specification of ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M 2.5 × 5 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (6) Silver 0.294 Nm (3.0 kgf-cm) Table 15. Screw specification of ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M 2.5 ×...
Page 99
Removal steps (for selected models) Chapter 8 Removing or replacing a FRU...
Page 100
Table 16. Screw specification of ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque 0.294 Nm M 2.5 × 5 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (6) Silver (3.0 kgf-cm) Table 17. Screw specification of ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M 2.5 ×...
Attention: When you route the cables, ensure that they are not subject to any tension. Tension could cause the cables to be damaged by the cable guides, or a wire to be broken. 1210 Keyboard assembly (for ThinkPad T14s Gen 2) or Keyboard bezel assembly (for ThinkPad X13 Gen 2) For access, remove these FRUs: •...
Page 102
When installing: Ensure that all the latches are attached firmly. Note: After the LCD bezel sheet is removed, it cannot be used anymore. A new LCD bezel sheet is required for replacement. Removal steps for ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 T14s Gen 2 and X13 Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
• “2020 LCD hinges” on page 97 Removal steps of LCD panel and elastic adhesive tapes • ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 1. Pull out each tape slowly in the direction as shown until the adhesive tapes are all released from LCD unit.
Page 105
2. Turn over the LCD panel and detach the LCD cable from the LCD panel as shown. • ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 1. Do one of the following to remove the elastic adhesive tapes depending on the computer model. Pull out each tape slowly in the direction as shown until the adhesive tapes are all released from LCD unit.
Page 106
– Type 2 – Type 3 T14s Gen 2 and X13 Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Page 107
2. Turn over the LCD panel and detach the LCD cable from the LCD panel as shown. Installation steps of LCD panel and elastic adhesive tapes • ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 1. Peel off the release liners from one side of the new elastic adhesive tapes. Apply the tapes to the correct locations.
Page 108
2. Attach the LCD cable to the LCD panel as shown. Turn over the LCD panel to secure the LCD panel with tapes. • ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 1. Do one of the following to install the elastic adhesive tapes depending on the computer model. Peel off the release liners from one side of the new elastic adhesive tapes.
Page 109
– Type 2 – Type 3 Chapter 8 Removing or replacing a FRU...
• “2010 LCD bezel sheet and LCD bezel” on page 95 • “2020 LCD hinges” on page 97 • “2030 LCD panel and elastic adhesive tapes” on page 98 Removal steps of LCD cable • ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 T14s Gen 2 and X13 Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
• “2010 LCD bezel sheet and LCD bezel” on page 95 • “2020 LCD hinges” on page 97 • “2030 LCD panel and elastic adhesive tapes” on page 98 Removal steps of camera-and-microphone module • ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 T14s Gen 2 and X13 Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
• ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 Removal steps of camera-and-microphone-module cable • ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 Chapter 8 Removing or replacing a FRU...
Page 114
– For models without the human presence detection module and cable: – For models with the human presence detection module and cable: T14s Gen 2 and X13 Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
• ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 Skip if the computer is without human presence detection module and cable. Attention: When installing: • For models with fingerprint reader, ensure that the acetate tape marked as shown is removed from the fingerprint reader connector before attaching the connector. •...
• “2030 LCD panel and elastic adhesive tapes” on page 98 Removal steps of the wireless LAN/WAN antenna assembly • ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 T14s Gen 2 and X13 Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Page 117
• ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 Attention: When you route the cables, ensure that they are not subject to any tension. Tension could cause the cables to be damaged by the cable guides, or a wire to be broken. Antenna locations Antenna locations on A cover Chapter 8 Removing or replacing a FRU...
Page 118
• Type 1 • Type 2 T14s Gen 2 and X13 Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Antenna locations on C cover Wireless LAN auxiliary antenna (black) Wireless WAN MIMO 2 antenna (black and gray, for selected models) Wireless WAN MIMO 1 antenna (white and gray, for selected models) Wireless LAN main antenna (gray) Wireless WAN auxiliary antenna (blue, for selected models) Wireless WAN main antenna (orange, for selected models) 2080 LCD cover assembly For access, remove these FRUs in order:...
Page 120
T14s Gen 2 and X13 Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that Lenovo product, program, or service may be used. Any functionally equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any Lenovo intellectual property right may be used instead.
Page 122
Trademarks LENOVO, LENOVO logo, THINKPAD, THINKPAD logo, and TRACKPOINT are trademarks of Lenovo. Intel Optane and Thunderbolt are trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the U.S. and/or other countries. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.