iPad GSM Adhesive Strips Replacement Guide: Step-by-Step Tutorial
Duration: 45 minutes
Steps: 12 Steps
This is just for those shiny new front panel assemblies!
Get ready to stick it to your replacement front panel with these adhesive strips! This guide is specifically for those shiny, brand-new front panel assemblies. If you find yourself in need of assistance, don’t hesitate to schedule a repair!
Step 1
Those two nifty little notched trapezoidal strips are your secret weapons for securing the home button bracket to the front panel. You’ve got this!
Just remember to align the strip’s profile with the edge of the mounting bracket. It’s a simple step, and you’re on your way to a smooth repair!
– Gently peel away the first trapezoidal adhesive strip using a pair of tweezers. You’ve got this!
– Now, grab those tweezers and position the first trapezoidal adhesive strip just right on the matching side of the home button mounting bracket. Keep it aligned, and you’ll be golden!
– Time to repeat the fun! Follow the same steps for the second trapezoidal adhesive strip. You’re making great progress!
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Step 2
– Grab a trusty pair of tweezers and gently hold onto the corner of one of those adhesive strips on the mounting bracket.
– Now, carefully lift and peel back the clear backing off the adhesive strip to expose the sticky black goodness underneath.
– Don’t forget to do the same for the second adhesive strip!
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Step 3
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, like a cozy little hat.
Step 4
– Alright, let’s get those last bits of adhesive onto the front panel, shall we?
– Hold off on peeling the clear backing from the strips for now.
– Slide that bridge-shaped adhesive strip right between the top edge of the inner frame and the camera mounting bracket like a pro.
– Gently smooth the strip from the center outwards, and be careful not to let any pesky air bubbles sneak in between the strip and the front panel.
Step 5
– Stick that nifty C-shaped adhesive strip right on the right side of the front panel. You’re doing great!
Step 6
It’s a good idea to gently move the home button ribbon cable out of the way while you stick down the next adhesive strip.
– Carefully stick the straight, medium-length adhesive strip right on the bottom corner of the front panel, just under the home button ribbon cable. You’ve got this!
Step 7
– Stick the cool tabbed adhesive strip right on the bottom right corner of the front panel, and watch the magic happen!
Step 8
– Stick that long L-shaped adhesive strip right on the bottom left corner of the front panel, and let’s get this repair party started!
Step 9
– Stick that handy little adhesive strip on the top left corner of the front panel and get ready to rock this repair!
Step 10
– Grab that last little L-shaped adhesive strip and pop it right onto the top left corner of the front panel. You’re almost there!
Step 11
Hold off on peeling that clear backing off the strips for now!
– Grab a trusty pair of tweezers and gently lift the clear backing off the adhesive strip that’s hiding just beneath the home button ribbon cable. Easy peasy!
– Now, lay that home button ribbon cable down on the adhesive strip and smooth it out from the center towards the edges. Just be careful to keep any sneaky air bubbles from crashing the party between the strip and the front panel!
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Step 12
Gently lower the front panel onto the iPad, making sure it fits snugly within the plastic bezel. Watch out for any sneaky dirt or fingerprints trying to sneak in between the glass and LCD!
For that perfect seal, flip the iPad over and set it on a cozy padded envelope or cloth. Stack a couple of books on top to give the screen a little love and weight. Let it chill like this for a few hours before giving it a go!
– Grab a dry microfiber cloth and give that LCD and the inside of the front panel glass a nice gentle wipe. If there’s any dust hanging around, feel free to use some canned air or an air compressor to blow it away like it’s confetti!
– Take a pair of tweezers and carefully peel back the clear backing from each adhesive strip. You’ve got this!
