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XTS2500 power/volume pot replacement

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I picked up an XTS2500 for cheap with a bad power switch on the volume/power control. Otherwise it seems to work fine, and I have ordered a replacement power/volume control. I'm looking for some advice on dis-assembly.

I have the Motorola shoehorn tool, the radio part is pulled away from the case and ribbon cables safely unplugged. The power/volume control is sandwiched between the PC board and the top part of the zinc (?) casting. There's no obvious way to separate the two to gain access to the control for removal and replacement. There are 5 Torx screws I think but I haven't tried them yet as they look like they may just be securing the metal shield over the PC board.

Anyone with any experience replacing this control with helpful hints?
 
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