Nikon D40 Flash Pin Replacement

  • Step 1 Flash Pin

    • Turn off the camera and remove the battery.

  • Step 2

    • Pry the flash open using the plastic opening tool.

  • Step 3

    • Remove the two Phillips #0 3.0 mm screws from the front of the flash compartment using the small Phillips Head screwdriver.

  • Step 4

    • Pry off the back plastic of the flash compartment using the plastic opening tool.

    • When it is time to reassemble the flash module, a certain amount of force and precise alignment will be required.

  • Step 5

    • On the left of the camera you will see a metal spring.

    • Unscrew the Phillips #0 3.0 mm screw holding the spring in place, using the small Phillips Head screwdriver.

  • Step 6

    • Remove metal spring and replace with new spring.