1. Remove the screws holding the z-tops in place.

2. Pull the z-tops off the smooth rods. Try to avoid pulling the rods from the z-motor mounts. If a rod does come loose, avoid rotating it within the linear bearings.

3. Remove the screws, securing the trapezoidal nuts to each x-end and spin those nuts to the top of the lead screws and remove them. They will be reused.

4. Lift the x-ends off the z-axis rods by lifting both the motor and idler mounts evenly.

5. MK2.5(S) only: Remove the two M2x12 screws securing the x-end limit switch.

6. Remove the three screws holding the x-end motor.

7. Pull the rods out of the x-end-motor and idler mounts taking care not to bend or twist the rods.