http://tsn.pstc.panasonic.com/viewing/NA/PT-53X54J/SVC/s1300000000x.html13 Disassembly for serviceTOP PREVIOUS NEXTNOTE:Board ground wires may have to be disconnected to disassemble some boards. All ground wires must be reconnectedusing jumper leads, if necessary, before power is applied to PTV for service.Speaker grille removalSpeaker grille, is secured to the cabinet of the PTV with 1 velcro dot and 2 screws at the bottom. Take the screws out andgrip panel from the bottom, pull slightly backward and at the same time pull down to uncouple the 4 tabs. Whenreassembling,make certain to firmly press on the panel where the velcro dot is and that the four tabs are properly inserted inthe front cover.Speaker grill removalFront cover replacement1. Remove the speaker grille.2. Remove the cabinet front board by removing the 2 screws in the middle section.3. Remove the screws from the middle section (4) of the front panel and both side panels (3 in each side from the back,see picture).4. Pull the front panel from the bottom slightly downwards to unlock the tabs and remove.Speakers replacement1. Each speaker set is conformed by a tweeter and a woofer mounted in an enclosure fixture. This fixture is fastened to themain cabinet board by 6 screws. The tweeter and woofer are mounted in the fixture with 2 screws (each speaker).It isrecommended for speaker servicing to remove the speaker enclosure.2. Disconnect the R (A22) and L (A21) speaker connectors from A-board.IMPORTANT!!When replacing speakers (tweeters and woofers) be sure to order the proper replacement part number. Check part numberon the back of the speaker and order accordingly as different part numbers differ on PT-53X54J models. Also check partlist whenordering.http://tsn.pstc.panasonic.com/viewing/NA/PT-53X54J/SVC/s1300000000x.html (1 of 4) [23/04/2012 12:16:14 p.m.]