You can customize your device by replacing the bumpers. To remove, then replace the bumpers on your device, follow the instructions below:

1. Power down your device. Then remove the back cover and the battery from your device
2. Remove the end-cover by pushing the cover away from the device.
   
3. Pull the bumper tabs up to separate the bumper from the device.
   
4. Pull each of the two bumpers free by gently peeling and lifting away from the device.
   
5. To install the new bumpers, turn your device face-up. You can tell which bumper goes on top and which goes below by orienting the control button icons.
6. For each bumper, position the bumper tabs on the front then the back of the device. Insert the tabs into the slots. Press the bumpers in, making sure the tabs snap in securely.
   
7. Once the bumpers are securely fastened, replace the end-cover by first lining up the two tabs, then pushing the cover into place. Make sure the tabs are seated correctly.
   
8. Replace the battery and back cover
9. Once the battery makes contact, the power-on sequence begins.

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