Kim, it is a common fault with this model. You will have to do it in stages. Remove the drive as shown on [guide|5780|on here.] then first you remove the terminal PCB by unscrewing the screws, then desolder the solder connection and remove the connectors.
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Next you remove the clamp plate unit by spreading the the stopper with your hand, slide the tabs and remove the clamp plate unit.
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Next lift the tray.
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Lift the traverse block while spreading the hook of the mechanical chassis unit. Disengage the tabs from the holes of the mechanical chassis unit.
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Disengage the tabs from the traverse gear. remove the traverse gear B and C.
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Remove the optical pickup unit by unscrewing the screws. remove the spring holders and the springs. Pull out the drive shaft and guide shaft.
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Disassemble the Middle chassis by removing the holder pins and remove the tab. It lifts while pulling it in the direction of the arrow in the image.
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Next remove the traverse gear A in the image.
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Remove the floating rubbers. This will now give you access to the spindle motor unit.
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The spindle motor part number as RXQ0745B. hope this helps, good luck.