Step-by-step

1. 1

   Eject SIM Card Tray

   1 min

   Insert a SIM eject tool into the hole at the bottom of the device to pop out the tray. Pull the tray out completely and set it aside.

2. 2

   Heat Back Glass Edges

   3 min

   Apply a heated iOpener or heat gun to the perimeter of the back glass for 2-3 minutes. This softens the strong adhesive securing the rear cover.

3. 3

   Attach Suction Cup

   1 min

   Place a suction cup near the bottom edge of the back glass. Pull up firmly to create a tiny gap between the glass and the frame.

4. 4

   Insert Opening Pick

   2 min

   Slide an opening pick into the gap created by the suction cup. Do not insert the pick deeper than 5 mm to avoid damaging internal flex cables.

5. 5

   Slice Rear Adhesive

   4 min

   Slide the opening pick around all four edges of the phone to cut through the perimeter adhesive gasket. Reapply heat if the adhesive cools down.

6. 6

   Remove Back Cover

   1 min

   Gently lift the back glass away from the phone body. Set the back panel aside on a clean surface.

7. 7

   Unscrew Motherboard Cover

   3 min

   Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the 13 screws securing the plastic motherboard bracket and wireless charging coil.

8. 8

   Remove Wireless Coil Assembly

   2 min

   Use a plastic spudger to gently pry up and unclip the wireless charging coil assembly. Lift the assembly off the phone.

9. 9

   Disconnect Battery Cable

   1 min

   Use the edge of a plastic spudger to pop the battery connector straight up from its socket on the motherboard. This prevents electrical shorts during repair.

10. 10

    Disconnect Fingerprint Flex Cable

    1 min

    Locate the press-fit fingerprint sensor connector near the bottom motherboard assembly. Pry the connector straight up using a spudger.

11. 11

    Warm Lower Front Screen

    2 min

    Apply heat to the front lower section of the display glass for 90 seconds. This softens the adhesive holding the ultrasonic sensor underneath.

12. 12

    Pry Out Defective Sensor

    3 min

    Carefully guide thin tweezers under the fingerprint sensor module beneath the display cutout and gently lift it free.

13. 13

    Clean Mounting Surface

    2 min

    Apply a drop of 99% isopropyl alcohol to a lint-free swab and clean away all residual adhesive from the sensor recess area.

14. 14

    Install Replacement Sensor

    2 min

    Peel the protective backing from the new sensor and position it precisely into the frame slot. Press firmly for 10 seconds to set the adhesive.

15. 15

    Reconnect Fingerprint & Battery Cables

    2 min

    Snap the new fingerprint sensor flex cable into its mainboard socket, then reconnect the battery cable press connector.

16. 16

    Reinstall Wireless Coil Bracket

    3 min

    Position the wireless charging coil cover over the motherboard. Reinstall and tighten the 13 Phillips #00 screws until snug.

17. 17

    Apply Back Glass Adhesive

    3 min

    Clean the phone frame border, align a new pre-cut adhesive seal, and firmly press the back glass into place.