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About this manual This manual contains service and reference information for ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 3, machine types (MT): 21AW and 21AX. Use this manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests to troubleshoot problems. Important: • This manual is intended only for trained service technicians who are familiar with products. Use this manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests to troubleshoot problems effectively.
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This practice ensures correct grounding of the units. • If an electrical accident occurs: – Use caution; do not become a victim yourself. – Switch off power. – Send another person to get medical aid. X13 Yoga Gen 3 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
4. Check for cracked or bulging batteries. 5. Remove the cover. 6. Check for any obvious non-ThinkPad / non-Lenovo alterations. Use good judgment as to the safety of any non-ThinkPad / non-Lenovo alterations. 7. Check inside the unit for any obvious unsafe conditions, such as metal filings, contamination, water or other liquids, or signs of fire or smoke damage.
The safety notices in this section are provided in the following languages: • English • Arabic • Brazilian Portuguese • French • German • Hebrew • Japanese • Korean • Spanish • Traditional Chinese DANGER DANGER X13 Yoga Gen 3 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
– “FRU identification” on page 20 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.
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...
If you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate one of the following power supply checkouts: • “Checking the ac power adapter” on page 25 • “Checking the built-in battery and operational charging” on page 25 • “Checking the coin-cell battery” on page 25 X13 Yoga Gen 3 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Checking the built-in battery and operational charging This system supports only batteries specially designed for this specific system and manufactured by Lenovo or an authorized manufacturer. The system does not support unauthorized batteries or batteries designed for other systems.
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• 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. X13 Yoga Gen 3 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.
Note: The computer does not accept any input immediately after it enters sleep mode. Wait a few seconds before taking any action to reenter operation mode. Hibernation mode In hibernation mode, the following occurs: • The system status, RAM, VRAM, and setup data are stored on the solid-state drive. X13 Yoga Gen 3 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
• 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. If you do disconnect it and then try to resume normal operation, you will get an error message, and you will have to restart the system.
2. Replace the M.2 solid-state drive. HDD (HDD0) 3. Replace the system board. 2200 Have the computer serviced. Machine Type and Serial Number are invalid. 2201 Replace the system board. Machine UUID is invalid X13 Yoga Gen 3 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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.
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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 Solutions 0001: Reset error (platform reset not de-asserted) 1.
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.
6. If the problem does not recur, reconnect the removed devices one at a time until you find the failing FRU. 7. If the problem remains, replace the following FRUs one at a time (do not replace a nondefective FRU): a. System board b. LCD assembly X13 Yoga Gen 3 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Send system request Enter sleep mode To wake up the computer, press Fn or the power button. Go to beginning Go to end X13 Yoga Gen 3 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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. You can find a list of CRUs for your product in this Hardware Maintenance Manual. An electronic version of this manual can be found at .
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Power button with fingerprint reader Fingerprint-reader cable Trackpad Trackpad cable Nano-SIM-card tray* Lenovo factory recovery USB key* Miscellaneous parts kits (see “Miscellaneous parts” on page 47) Power cord ac power adapter * for selected models X13 Yoga Gen 3 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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/...
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Board with right microphone LCD rear-cover assembly Sensor board cable LCD cable Camera cable * for selected models Note: Depending on the computer model, your computer might look different from the illustration above. X13 Yoga Gen 3 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
• 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 43 and “LCD FRUs and CRUs” on page 45.
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Speaker assembly cable The speaker assembly comes with cable. (internal) Connect the cable to this connector. Proximity sensor cable Proximity sensor cable Connect the proximity sensor cable to this connector (internal) connector connector. X13 Yoga Gen 3 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
USB 3.2 connector Gen 1 Connect USB-compatible devices. (external) Nano-SIM card slot (external) Insert a nano-SIM card into this slot. 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...
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If your system board or LCD unit has been replaced, do the following to make sensor calibration: 1. Download the Windows Sensor Calibration Tool by following steps: Notes: This Sensor Calibration Tool is limited to Lenovo service providers. You can contact a Lenovo authorized service provider to have your system board or LCD unit replaced.
1. Connect a USB memory key to the computer. 2. Go to and follow the instructions on the screen to create a https://www.lenovo.com/maintenanceutilities Maintenance Key. Note: Only an authorized Lenovo service technician can access the above Web site. 3. Restart the computer. Chapter 7 FRU replacement notices...
Maintenance Key. Note: Only an authorized Lenovo service technician can access the above Web site. 3. Restart the computer. 4. When the logo screen is displayed, press Esc. The ThinkPad Config Information Update Utility interface is displayed.
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1. Insert the latest version of LENOVO ThinkPad Hardware Maintenance Diskette or Maintenance Key, and then restart the computer. 2. From the main menu, select 6. Set ECA Information. 3. To read the ECA information, select 2. Read ECA/rework number from EEPROM and follow the instructions on the screen.
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1010 Lenovo Integrated Pen (for selected models) Removal step of the Lenovo Integrated Pen Note: Ensure that you reinstall the Lenovo Integrated Pen after finishing the servicing. 1020 Pen dummy (for selected models) For access, remove these FRUs in order: •...
Removal step of the Pen dummy 1030 Base cover assembly For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1010 Lenovo Integrated Pen (for selected models)” on page 58 • “Removing the nano-SIM-card and nano-SIM-card tray” on page 58 Removal steps of the base cover assembly Applying labels to the base cover assembly The following illustration and table show the label areas and what labels are applied in each area.
• “1030 Base cover assembly” on page 59 Important notices for replacing a built-in battery Attention: Lenovo has no responsibility for the performance or safety of unauthorized batteries, and provides no warranties for failures or damage arising out of their use.
0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) 1050 I/O bracket For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1010 Lenovo Integrated Pen (for selected models)” on page 58 • “1030 Base cover assembly” on page 59 Removal steps of the I/O bracket Torque...
1060 Wireless-WAN card (for selected models) For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1010 Lenovo Integrated Pen (for selected models)” on page 58 • “1030 Base cover assembly” on page 59 Removal steps of the wireless-WAN card Note: A Mylar film might cover the wireless WAN card. To access the wireless WAN card, peel off the film first.
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If your computer is installed with a hybrid solid-state drive (with Intel Optane memory), go to https:// support.lenovo.com/docs/tg_ssd to know the details on how to replace it. Removal procedure...
(1.85 kgf-cm) 1080 Coin-cell battery For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1010 Lenovo Integrated Pen (for selected models)” on page 58 • “1030 Base cover assembly” on page 59 • “1040 Built-in battery” on page 60 Removal steps of the coin-cell battery When installing: Ensure that the coin-cell battery connector is attached firmly.
When installing: Ensure that you attach the connectors firmly. 1100 Pen charger cable For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1010 Lenovo Integrated Pen (for selected models)” on page 58 • “1030 Base cover assembly” on page 59 • “1040 Built-in battery” on page 60...
When installing: Ensure that you attach the connector firmly. 1110 Thermal fan assembly For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1010 Lenovo Integrated Pen (for selected models)” on page 58 • “1030 Base cover assembly” on page 59 Removal steps of the thermal fan assembly...
When installing: Ensure that you attach the connectors firmly. 1140 Wireless-WAN antenna kit For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1010 Lenovo Integrated Pen (for selected models)” on page 58 • “1030 Base cover assembly” on page 59 • “1040 Built-in battery” on page 60 •...
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Removal steps of the wireless-WAN antenna kit Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M2 × L4 mm, white nickel (2) Black 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) X13 Yoga Gen 3 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
* for selected models 1150 Trackpad and trackpad cable For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1010 Lenovo Integrated Pen (for selected models)” on page 58 • “1030 Base cover assembly” on page 59 • “1040 Built-in battery” on page 60...
• Be careful not to drop the system board on a bench top that has a hard surface, such as metal, wood, or composite. • Avoid rough handling of any kind. • At every point in the process, be sure not to drop or stack the system board. X13 Yoga Gen 3 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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• If you put a system board down, be sure to put it only on a padded surface such as an ESD mat or a corrugated conductive material. For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1010 Lenovo Integrated Pen (for selected models)” on page 58 • “1030 Base cover assembly” on page 59 • “1040 Built-in battery” on page 60 •...
M.2 solid-state drive slot as shown. 1170 LCD unit For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1010 Lenovo Integrated Pen (for selected models)” on page 58 • “1030 Base cover assembly” on page 59 • “1040 Built-in battery” on page 60 •...
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Removal steps of the LCD unit Torque Step Screw (quantity) Color M2 × L4 mm, flat-head (2) Black 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) Chapter 8 Removing or replacing a FRU...
1180 Fingerprint-reader cable and power button card with fingerprint reader For access, remove these FRUs: • “1010 Lenovo Integrated Pen (for selected models)” on page 58 • “1030 Base cover assembly” on page 59 • “1040 Built-in battery” on page 60 •...
2010 Strip bezel Removal steps of the strip bezel 2020 LCD panel assembly For access, remove this FRU: • “2010 Strip bezel” on page 78 Removal steps of the LCD panel assembly X13 Yoga Gen 3 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Notes: • In step , use your palms to slide down the LCD panel in the direction as shown to loosen its hooks • Do not pry up the panel, or the hooks might get damaged. Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M2 ×...
• “2010 Strip bezel” on page 78 • “2020 LCD panel assembly” on page 78 Removal steps of the sensor board Depending on the type of sensor board, the removal steps might be different from the following illustrations. X13 Yoga Gen 3 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
When installing: Ensure that you attach the connector firmly. 2050 LED cable For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “2010 Strip bezel” on page 78 • “2020 LCD panel assembly” on page 78 Removal steps of the LED cable When installing: Ensure that you attach the connector firmly.
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Removal steps of the hinges Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M2.5 × L2.5 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (4) Black 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) Note: When installing, ensure acetate tapes (5*5mm) are applied in the area marked X13 Yoga Gen 3 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
2070 Camera board and sensor board cable For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1170 LCD unit” on page 74 • “2010 Strip bezel” on page 78 • “2020 LCD panel assembly” on page 78 Removal steps of the camera board and sensor board cable When installing: Ensure that you attach the connector firmly.
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Wireless-LAN antenna location Wireless-LAN main antenna Wireless-LAN auxiliary antenna When installing: 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. 2100 LCD rear cover assembly For access, remove these FRUs in order: •...
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