How to Replace iPad 2 Wi-Fi Front Panel Adhesive Strips
Duration: 45 minutes
Steps: 14 Steps
Hey there! Just a friendly reminder to be super careful while you’re working on your device. Take your time, follow the steps closely, and remember – if you need help, you can always schedule a repair. You’ve got this!
Time to give your iPad 2 Wi-Fi a little TLC by swapping out the adhesive that holds the front panel to the rear case. Before you dive into the sticky stuff, make sure both surfaces are squeaky clean for the best bond. Grab a spudger and gently scrape off any stubborn old adhesive bits, then use a paper towel with some rubbing alcohol or Goof Off to wipe down those gluing surfaces. And remember, as you tackle this task, peel up each adhesive strip as you go – it’ll keep things smooth and easy!
Step 1
Check out the third picture for the right way to position that home button! Remember, the back of the home button should be facing up, and the flat part of the inner circle needs to be pointing to the top of your iPad. You’ve got this!
– Grab that home button with a trusty pair of tweezers, but remember, we’re aiming for gentle here!
– Now, carefully lower the home button and snugly fit it into the round opening at the bottom of the front panel. You’ve got this!
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Step 2
Those two little notched trapezoidal strips are your best buddies for securing the home button bracket to the front panel. Let’s get it done!
– Gently remove the first trapezoidal adhesive strip like a pro!
Step 3
Be sure to align the strip’s profile with the edge of the mounting bracket like a pro!
– Grab your trusty tweezers and gently position the first trapezoidal adhesive strip, making sure it’s oriented just right, on the corresponding side of the home button mounting bracket.
– Now, go ahead and repeat that step with the second trapezoidal adhesive strip. You’re doing great!
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Step 4
– Grab a pair of tweezers and gently snag the corner of one of those adhesive+strips+iPad+2+Wi-Fi&crid=1TJIMMAJSUJUZ&sprefix=repair+tools%2Caps%2C165&linkCode=ll2&tag=salvationrepa-20&linkId=c486487cf454ce8edd6f5beefab4110f&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl’>adhesive strips on the mounting bracket.
– Now, lift that brown backing up and peel it away to reveal the shiny clear adhesive strip underneath.
– Don’t forget to repeat the same process for the other adhesive strip!
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Step 5
Ensure that the home button mounting bracket is perfectly aligned with the bottom of the digitizer. You’ve got this!
– Carefully set the home button mounting bracket right on top of the home button. Let’s keep it cozy!
Step 6
Now, let’s get those last bits of adhesive ready to stick the front panel back in place. You’re almost there!
– Hold off on peeling the brown backing off those strips for now! You’ve got this.
– Next up, grab that big L-shaped adhesive strip and place it in the top left corner of the front panel. It’s like giving your device a cozy hug!
– Now, smooth the strip down from the center outwards. Just be careful not to trap any pesky air bubbles between the strip and the front panel. We want this to look sharp!
Step 7
– Grab the sleekest L-shaped adhesive strip and gently position it on the bottom left corner of the front panel. You’re doing great!
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Step 9
– Stick that straight adhesive strip right on the right side of the front panel like a pro!
Step 10
– Now, grab that last L-shaped adhesive strip and stick it right on the bottom right corner of the front panel. You’re almost there!
Step 12
– Grab that nifty little hook-shaped adhesive strip and slide it right under the left side of the home button mounting bracket. You’re on the right track!
Step 14
Ensure that each adhesive strip is positioned perfectly and oriented just right before you peel away the backing. You got this!
– Gently peel off the brown backing from each adhesive strip like you’re unwrapping a present!
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