BlackBerry 8700c Teardown
Duration: 45 minutes
Steps: 9 Steps
Ready to take apart your trusty RIM Blackberry 8700c? This teardown guide walks you through the entire process with clear, step-by-step photos showing you how to safely remove all of its internal components. No need to rush—take your time and make sure everything comes out smoothly. If you get stuck or need an extra hand, don’t hesitate to schedule a repair.
Step 1
– First up: get that battery cover off! Press down the button on the cover, then slide it down towards the bottom of your phone.
– Next, take out all four T6 screws. (Don’t lose them! Pockets and tiny containers are your friend.)
– Now, gently lift the back cover off. Start by pulling from the bottom towards you, then lift up from the top. The inside of your phone is about to see the light of day!
Step 2
– To pop out the battery, slide your fingernail into the slot at the top right and gently pull it up. It’s a smooth move!
Step 3
– Grab your trusty T6 screwdriver and remove the four screws holding the back of your phone in place.
– With the screws out, hold the back cover and give it a confident pull away from the front. It might need a little muscle, but you’ll have it off in no time!
Step 4
– To get to the middle part of the phone, start by removing four T6 screws. Once those are out of the way, gently pull the front face plate away from the middle section. If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
Step 5
– With the screws out of the way, gently separate the middle section from the main logic board. Take your time—no need to rush this part.
– Hold onto the logic board and carefully lift off the front face plate. Nice and easy does it!
Step 6
– Once you’ve got the front face plate pried off, make sure to grab the keypad so it doesn’t decide to take a tumble. Keep a firm grip—no one wants a rogue keypad falling to the floor! If you need help along the way, you can always schedule a repair.
Step 7
– Grab a metal spudger and gently pry the earpiece away from the inside of the front panel. Keep it steady and careful—you’re almost there! If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
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Step 8
– Grab your trusty metal spudger and gently pry up the four clips holding the LCD screen to the logic board, giving them a little nudge to release.
– Next, use the metal spudger again to carefully lift the clip securing the ribbon cable for the screen, unlocking it with a gentle push.
– Finally, slowly and steadily lift the screen away from the board, making sure all clips are free and nothing is holding it in place. If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
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Step 9
– Great job! The screen is now off and the phone is fully opened up, ready for the next steps. You’re on the right track.
