Step-by-step

1. 1

   Remove SIM Tray

   1 min

   Insert a SIM eject tool into the hole next to the tray on the left edge. Push firmly to eject the tray and remove it.

2. 2

   Heat Rear Cover

   3 min

   Use a heat gun or hair dryer on medium heat to warm the perimeter of the back cover for 2-3 minutes. Keep the heat source moving to avoid localized overheating.

3. 3

   Apply Suction Cup

   1 min

   Press a suction cup onto the lower section of the rear cover. Pull up firmly on the ring to create a small gap between the glass and frame.

4. 4

   Slice Rear Adhesive

   2 min

   Insert an opening pick into the gap created by the suction cup. Slide the pick along the bottom edge to slice through the adhesive seal.

5. 5

   Pry Around Rear Edges

   3 min

   Continue sliding opening picks around the left, right, and top edges of the phone. Take extra care near the power button area to avoid damaging internal flex cables.

6. 6

   Disconnect Fingerprint Sensor Cable

   2 min

   Gently tilt the rear cover open like a book without straining the connected cable. Use a spudger to pry the fingerprint sensor flex cable off its motherboard connector.

7. 7

   Remove Midframe Screws

   4 min

   Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove all visible screws securing the motherboard bracket and lower speaker assembly. Store the screws systematically by size.

8. 8

   Remove Motherboard Cover

   2 min

   Insert a plastic opening tool beneath the plastic motherboard shield. Gently pry up to unclip and remove the protective cover from the chassis.

9. 9

   Disconnect Battery Cable

   1 min

   Use the flat end of a spudger to pry the battery flex cable directly up from its motherboard socket. Disconnecting power prevents short circuits during the rest of the repair.

10. 10

    Disconnect Display Cable

    1 min

    Locate the main display ribbon cable on the motherboard. Pry it straight up from its connector using a plastic spudger.

11. 11

    Heat Front Screen

    3 min

    Apply heat around the outer perimeter of the front screen glass for 2-3 minutes. Ensure the glass feels hot to the touch to adequately soften the factory adhesive.

12. 12

    Slice Screen Adhesive

    4 min

    Attach a suction cup near the bottom edge of the glass and pull up. Slide an opening pick under the display edge and cut along all four sides.

13. 13

    Remove Damaged Screen

    2 min

    Carefully lift the screen away from the frame while guiding the attached ribbon cable through the slot in the midframe. Set the broken display aside.

14. 14

    Clean Chassis Frame

    3 min

    Scrape away remaining adhesive from the metal frame channel using a spudger. Clean the inner perimeter thoroughly with isopropyl alcohol and a lint-free cloth.

15. 15

    Apply Screen Adhesive

    3 min

    Peel the protective backing from custom precut display adhesive and press it firmly onto the cleaned frame perimeter. Remove the top liner to expose the sticky surface.

16. 16

    Install New Screen Assembly

    2 min

    Thread the flex ribbon cable of the new display assembly through the chassis slot. Carefully align the screen and press it firmly into the frame.

17. 17

    Connect Display Flex Cable

    1 min

    Align the display cable connector over its socket on the motherboard. Press down firmly on both sides until it clicks into place.

18. 18

    Connect Battery Flex Cable

    1 min

    Reattach the battery connector to its socket on the motherboard. Ensure a solid, flush connection.

19. 19

    Reinstall Motherboard Cover

    3 min

    Position the plastic motherboard shield over the board. Press along the edges to snap it in place, then reinsert and tighten all Phillips screws.

20. 20

    Connect Fingerprint Sensor Cable

    2 min

    Hold the rear cover near the chassis and reattach the fingerprint sensor ribbon cable to its motherboard socket using a spudger.

21. 21

    Attach Rear Cover

    3 min

    Apply fresh adhesive strips along the frame perimeter. Align the back cover precisely over the frame and press firmly around all edges to seal.

22. 22

    Reinsert SIM Tray

    1 min

    Align the SIM card tray with the slot on the side of the phone. Push it fully inward until flush with the outer frame.