Fixing a VR problem

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Another DIY.
Nikon 18-200mm VR

Remove the zoom rubber

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Take note: the screw indicated by red arrow is different from the 3 other screws

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Unlock the FFC connectors then remove the cables (no need to remove the cable for contact pins)


carefully detach the Flexible board

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Remove the screws

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You can now remove the motor, the board and flexible circuit without desoldering the wires


Remove the focusing ring

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The next step is a bit critical

Adjust the focus to infinity and take note of the location of focus brush in the window indicated.
Important: Remember the exact position of the brush when the focus is infinity.
(There's a small arrow indication, but I didn't manage to take a picture)


To turn the focus, just turn the ring with gear.
The window indicated by red square is the location where to remove the focusing brush.
Remove the screw once you have marked the exact position

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Remove the 2 remaining screws:


Remove the tape

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Remove the zoom brush. Remember to put markings

Rule of thirds

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Remove the 3 screws

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Invert the front lens group to prevent dust from entering.

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remove the 3 screws

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Remove the defective cable and replace with a new part


There's 2 small tabs to indicate theexact position

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Take note of the exact location of the Zoom brush during reassembly
There's a small arrow to indicate the exact position

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Consult daredevil123 for the best adhesive the use to attached the Cable to the lens barrel

[Adiemus]

Power! Have you done this on a 70-200VR before? If so, possible to share your experience?
I noticed you managed to get the NEW spare flex cable. Are you able to buy these parts from Nikon SG?

Thanks for sharing!!

[DaoFoo]

Great post man! Now we appreciate how difficult it is.

[r00ki3]

You are the man!

[rain5533]

i'm very interesting, thanks for sharing here.

i only can repair my AFD lens, for focusing noisy.

[billycadiz]