How to Replace the Fingerprint Sensor on OnePlus 6 (Other)
Duration: 60 min.
Steps: 8 Steps
This repair guide shows you how to replace the fingerprint sensor of your Galaxy S9. This fix is necessary, if your OnePlus 6 no longer recognizes your fingerprints or doesn’t let you register new fingerprints.The repair is somewhat more difficult because the OnePlus 6 has to be opened via the glass back cover.
Step 1
– Give that standby button a good press and hold until you see the ‘Turn off’ option pop up on your screen.
– Tap it again to confirm you’re ready to power down. You’ve got this!
Step 2
– Warm up the area where you’re diving in to get things started.
– Gently slide a flat tool between the back cover and the frame.
Hey there! Just a friendly reminder to handle that back cover with care—it’s a bit fragile and can crack easily. If it’s giving you a hard time, don’t hesitate to warm it up a few times and give it another go. Remember, taking your time is key; it might take around half an hour, but being patient and gentle will help you avoid any mishaps. You’ve got this!
The iPlastix is made of plastic, so it won’t scratch the device. On the other hand, it’s very soft and tricky to insert.
Step 3
Fingerprint Connector
– Gently lift the back cover that you’ve just loosened and fold it over like a little flap.
– Time to tackle that adhesive strip over the cover plate and loosen it.
– Use some tweezers or your trusty fingers to remove the cover over the connector.
– Now, grab a spudger or your fingernail to disconnect the connector carefully, and then take off the back cover. You’ve got this!
Step 4
– The fingerprint sensor is stuck on the back cover. No worries, we’ve got this! Gently heat the adhesive and carefully pry the flex cable off the edge of the sensor until it comes loose.
– Now remove the adhesive from the fingerprint sensor. You’re doing great, keep it up!
– If you need help, you can always schedule a repair
Step 5
– If your new part is missing some sticky love, feel free to borrow some adhesive from your old fingerprint sensor.
– Gently place the fingerprint sensor into its cozy spot on the back cover and give it a little press to help it settle in.
Step 6
Fingerprint Connector
– Alright, let’s get that back cover off and set it next to your device. Easy peasy!
– Now, carefully position that fingerprint sensor cable over its mainboard contact and give it a gentle connection. You got this!
– Time to put that cover back on with the red rubber piece. Don’t forget to reattach the black glue – we need to keep everything nice and secure. You’re doing great!
Step 7
– First things first, power up your device and give that screen a good look!
– Next, slide an app along the edge and zigzag it across the display to ensure the touchscreen is responding like a champ at every spot.
– Don’t forget to check out the brightness levels—test both the dimmest and the brightest settings.
– Time to put those cameras to the test! Check out the front and rear cameras along with the flash.
– Make a call to test out the microphone and earcup—let’s make sure you can hear and be heard!
– Finally, mute your phone and give that vibration motor a whirl to see if it’s buzzing just right.
Step 8
Give your device a cozy little break by sandwiching it between a couple of books. Let that glue work its magic for about an hour!
– Give your device a little extra warmth to loosen up that stubborn glue on the back cover.
– Once it’s nice and toasty, press the back cover down snugly onto the device’s frame.
