How To Re-Align The Zipper On A Backpack - IFixit Repair Guide

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How to Re-Align the Zipper on a Backpack

Introduction

If you have found that a zipper slider is not moving up and down or will not close any of the zipper teeth, it may be because the zipper has become unaligned. Over time, zipper teeth will not match up or become stuck, causing accessories such as backpacks and purses to become almost unusable. This guide will teach you how to re-align a zipper on a backpack with a needle, thread, and pliers. Although some background knowledge in basic sewing skills is recommended, we will briefly explain some sewing techniques. We will be show you how to fix a backpack that will not zip properly by re-aligning an uneven zipper without the use of a sewing machine.

What you need

1. Step 1 How to Re-Align the Zipper on a Backpack

   

   • Locate the section of zipper with the problem.

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