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Motorola Moto G5 Speaker Repair
Speaker Repair guide for the Motorola Moto G5
Before you begin
Tools
- Precision screwdriver set (Phillips #00)
- Plastic prying tools
- Spudger tool
- Tweezers
- Anti-static wrist strap
Parts / materials
- Replacement Moto G5 loudspeaker module
- Isopropyl alcohol (99%)
- Cotton swabs
Safety
- Remove the battery before manipulating internal components to prevent short circuits.
- Wear safety glasses to protect your eyes from small loose components or plastic splinters.
- Use an anti-static wrist strap to avoid electrostatic discharge damage to the motherboard.
Overview
Step-by-step
- 1
Power Off the Device
1 minPress and hold the power button, then select 'Power Off' on the screen. Ensure the device is fully shut down before proceeding.
- 2
Remove the Back Cover
2 minInsert a plastic prying tool or thumbnail into the notch at the bottom edge of the phone. Pry outward gently to unclip and remove the back cover.
- 3
Remove the Battery
1 minLift the removable battery out of its housing using the notch at the top of the battery compartment.
- 4
Eject SIM and MicroSD Cards
2 minSlide out any installed SIM card and microSD card from their respective slots above the battery well.
- 5
Unscrew the Midframe Screws
5 minUse a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove all 18 screws securing the plastic midframe to the phone body.
- 6
Unclip the Midframe Assembly
3 minInsert a plastic spudger between the midframe bezel and the front frame. Slide along the perimeter to release the plastic clips and remove the midframe.
- 7
Pry Out the Loudspeaker Module
2 minLocate the loudspeaker module integrated into the lower portion of the midframe. Insert a flat spudger or tweezers under the speaker edge and lift it out.
- 8
Clean the Speaker Contacts
2 minDip a cotton swab in isopropyl alcohol and gently wipe the gold contact pads on the main board to remove dust or corrosion.
- 9
Install the New Loudspeaker
2 minAlign the replacement loudspeaker with the recess in the lower housing and press down until it sits flush.
- 10
Snap the Midframe Back On
3 minPosition the midframe assembly over the phone chassis and press firmly around all edges until the internal clips click into place.
- 11
Secure the Midframe Screws
5 minReinsert and tighten all 18 Phillips #00 screws in a crisscross pattern until snug.
- 12
Reinsert Cards and Battery
2 minSlide your SIM card and microSD card back into their slots, then reseat the battery into its compartment.
- 13
Reattach the Back Cover
2 minAlign the back cover over the rear of the phone and press around the perimeter until all latches snap closed.
- 14
Test the New Speaker
2 minPower on the device, navigate to settings, and play a ringtone or audio file to confirm sound output.
After your Motorola Moto G5 speaker repair
Power the Moto G5 back on and test the speaker repair function before you put every screw away. Check touch/display response, charging, cameras, buttons, and wireless as relevant to this repair. If something fails after closing the device, reopen carefully and reseat the connectors for this Motorola Moto G5 job before assuming the part is defective. Keep leftover adhesive and screws labeled in case you need a second pass.
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