The Comma 3 advanced driver assistance add-on for Kate's Kia Niro started having some concerning issues about 8 months ago. She has tried various fixes, but it's now reached the point where she has to strip it down and hopefully fix it.

Detailing the process Kate disassembles her Comma 3 and attempts a repair.

00:00 - Introduction 04:30 - Opening the case 05:23 - Removing the OLED screen 05:40 - Removing the SSD 06:00 - Removing the mainboard 06:24 - Removing the heatsink 07:40 - ...and processor 08:33 - Removing the USB-C connector 11:37 - Repairing the damage? 14:09 - Final thoughts 19:40 - Thanks and Credits

Script: Kate Walton-Elliott Presenter: Kate Walton-Elliott Editor, Colorist: Kate Walton-Elliott; TE's Director of Photography Art and Animation: Erin Carlie Producer: Nikki Gordon-Bloomfield Music supplied through Artlist.io © Transport Evolved LLC, 2025

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