iPhone 16 Loudspeaker Replacement Tutorial: Step-by-Step Guide
Duration: 45 minutes
Steps: 25 Steps
Ready to tackle that loudspeaker issue on your iPhone 16? If your tunes are sounding more like a static symphony rather than the sweet melodies you love, it might be time for a speaker swap! Grab some replacement back glass adhesive, and let’s get this repair party started. And remember, if you need help, you can always schedule a repair!
Step 1
Let your phone run low on battery, below 25%. A fully charged lithium-ion battery can be a bit of a drama queen when it comes to safety.
– First things first, let’s get those cables off your phone—unplug them all!
– Now, give a firm press on the power button along with either volume button, and slide that power switch to turn your phone off. You’re doing great!
Step 2
Ensure there’s a nice, flat spot near the bottom edge that’s large enough for a suction cup to grab on tightly.
– Got a screen or back glass that’s looking like it survived a battle? No worries! Just lay down some overlapping strips of packing tape over the glass. This will keep you safe and make disassembling a breeze. And remember, if you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
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Step 3
– Grab your trusty P2 pentalobe driver and let’s get to work! Carefully remove the two screws, each measuring 7.7 mm, located on either side of the charging port. You’ve got this!
Step 4
Be careful not to push your opening pick in too deep, or it might cause some unwanted damage to your device. A little marking goes a long way in keeping things safe!
Feel free to add some flair by marking the other corners of the pick with different measurements.
Another neat trick is to tape a coin to your pick about 3 mm from the tip. It’s a simple way to measure and keep everything in check!
– Grab your trusty opening pick and measure about 3 mm from the tip. Give it a little mark with a permanent marker to keep things on point!
Step 5
Get ready for some handy tips! The next four steps showcase the Anti-Clamp, our specially designed tool that makes opening your device a breeze. If you’re not using the Anti-Clamp, no worries! Just skip down four steps for another way to tackle this.
The Anti-Clamp works its magic by applying suction to both the screen and the back glass. If you want to open just the back glass, be sure to secure the screen with some tape. For a detailed rundown on how to use this tape like a pro, check it out.
For all the nitty-gritty on using the Anti-Clamp, take a peek at this guide.
Remember, the tape should only hold the screen in place—keep it away from the back glass!
– Grab two strips of tape and lay them down along the long sides of your phone. Then, fold them over the screen like a little protective blanket to keep everything snug and secure!
Step 6
If your iPhone’s surface feels like it’s auditioning for a slippery slide competition, just slap some tape on it to give the Anti-Clamp a better grip!
– Give the Anti-Clamp’s blue handle a little tug backward to free those arms up!
– With the back glass facing up, glide the arms over the right edge of your phone. Make sure one suction cup is cozy on the back glass and the other is chillin’ on the screen. Aim to center those cups near the bottom edge.
– Keep your phone comfy and level while nestled between the Anti-Clamp’s arms—using a small box can be a perfect fit.
– Now, give those cups a squeeze to create some serious suction magic!
Step 7
If tape isn’t on hand, try warming up those suction cups a bit to help them stick better!
– Give that blue handle a gentle tug forward to lock those arms in place.
– Now, let’s give that handle a full twist, a complete 360 degrees, or until those cups start stretching out.
– As those cups stretch, keep an eye on their alignment to make sure they’re standing tall. If they start to slip, feel free to take off the Anti-Clamp and stick some tape on there for a little extra grip.
Step 8
Keep the heat in check! Your phone’s battery doesn’t like it too hot, so let’s avoid any heat drama.
If you don’t see a gap popping up after a minute, no worries! Just add a bit more heat and give that handle a quarter turn. Let the Anti‑Clamp and a little patience do their magic for you.
– Grab your trusty hair dryer or heat gun and give the bottom edge of that back glass a warm hug until it’s nice and cozy to the touch.
– Take a breather for about a minute and let the magic happen as the adhesive loosens up and a little gap appears between the back glass and the frame.
– Slide an opening pick into that gap and get ready to work some wonders.
– Gently remove the Anti-Clamp using the pull tabs on the suction cups—it’s like a little dance for your device!
– Feel free to skip the next two steps; you’ve got this!
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Step 9
Want to give that back glass a warm hug? Grab an iOpener and follow these steps to heat and apply it just right. You’ll be amazed at how easy it is!
– Grab a hair dryer or a heat gun and warm up the bottom edge of that back glass until it’s nice and toasty to the touch.
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Step 10
– Grab a suction handle and stick it onto the bottom edge of that back glass.
– With one hand steadying the frame, give that handle a good, firm pull to pop open a little gap between the back glass and the frame.
– Now, slide the tip of an opening pick into that gap you’ve created.
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Step 11
As you carefully slice through the adhesive holding the back glass in place, remember to keep your pick to a maximum depth of 3 mm. This way, you’ll steer clear of any trouble in the sensitive areas below!
– Watch out for that delicate cable snuggled right next to the volume down button! It’s the connection between the back glass and the phone, so keep your pick away from here to avoid any accidental slicing.
– You’ll also notice multiple spring contacts hanging out around the edges of the phone. They’re a bit shy, so give them the space they need!
Step 12
– Warm up the right edge of the back glass with a hair dryer or heat gun until it feels nice and toasty.
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Step 13
Keep your pick above 3 mm to keep those spring contacts safe and sound!
Steer clear of the volume buttons while sliding to avoid tangling with the wireless charging cable.
You’ll hear and feel that satisfying metal clip pop free as you glide past it.
– Gently glide your pick around the bottom right corner and trace your way to the volume down button—this will help break the adhesive and free the metal clip. You’ve got this!
– Once you’ve got that pick in place, leave it there to keep the adhesive from sticking back together. You’re on the right track!
Step 14
– Grab a hair dryer or heat gun and give the left edge of the back glass a warm hug until it feels nice and toasty!
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Step 15
Keep your pick within 3 mm to steer clear of any damage to the spring contacts. You’ve got this!
As you glide through, you’ll hear and feel those metal clips giving way, like a little victory dance!
– Pop in a second opening pick at the bottom edge—let’s get this party started!
– Gently slide that second pick around the bottom left corner and along the left edge of the screen to loosen up the adhesive and set free those metal clips.
– Keep this pick snugly in place at the top left corner to stop the adhesive from playing hard to get.
Step 16
– Grab a hair dryer or heat gun and warm up the top edge of that back glass until it’s nice and toasty. You got this!
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Step 17
Keep your pick within a 3 mm depth—it’s like a tiny barrier that protects those delicate spring contacts from harm!
As you glide along, you’ll hear and feel those metal clips giving way like they’re finally ready to party!
– Gently glide your second opening pick around the top left corner and along the top edge to detach that stubborn adhesive and release the metal clips.
– Keep the momentum going by sliding your pick around the top right corner until you reach the Action button.
– Leave this pick in place to keep the adhesive from sticking back together. You’re doing great!
Step 18
Alright, at this stage, the back glass should be all set and loose from the frame. If it still seems a bit clingy, just take your pick and gently stroll around the edges to see if any sneaky adhesive or stubborn clips are holding it back.
– Gently swing that back glass to the right, breaking free from any stubborn adhesive that’s holding it hostage.
– Grab a clean, sturdy object to support the back glass—your trusty sidekick in this repair adventure!
– Before you venture forth, make sure to remove those opening picks. They’ve done their job, now let’s keep moving!
Step 19
– Grab your trusty tri-point Y000 driver and expertly twist out those two 1 mm-long screws holding the middle connector cover in place. You’ve got this!
Step 20
– Pop the point of your trusty spudger into either of the cutouts on the middle connector cover.
– Gently slide that cover toward the left edge of the phone and let it unhook from its cozy spot on the logic board.
– Time to say goodbye to the cover! Remove it carefully.
– When you’re bringing everything back together, just align the hook over its slot on the logic board. Give the cover a little press down to sit snugly on the logic board, then slide it back to the right edge of the phone to reattach that hook. Easy peasy!
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Step 21
– Grab your trusty spudger and gently pry up the battery press connector to disconnect it. Easy peasy!
– When you’re putting it all back together, make sure to align the connector snugly over its socket. Give it a gentle push with your fingertip—first on one side, then the other—until you hear that satisfying click! No need to force it; if it’s being stubborn, just reposition and try again. You’ve got this!
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Step 22
– Grab your trusty spudger and gently nudge up that wireless charging coil press connector to disconnect it. You’ve got this!
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Step 23
Now’s the perfect time to give your repair a test run before sealing everything up! Simply reconnect the battery and back glass, power on your device, and check that all is working smoothly. Once you’re satisfied, power it down and let’s keep going with the reassembly!
– Gently lift the back glass away from the frame and take it off.
– When it’s time to put everything back together:
– Follow this guide to reapply the adhesive and get that back glass back in place.
Step 24
– Let’s get that loudspeaker out of there! Start by unscrewing these five little heroes:
– Two Phillips screws that are 1.5mm long – easy peasy!
– One Phillips screw that’s 2.0mm long – just a bit longer, but still a breeze!
– One Phillips screw measuring 2.9mm long – it’s the tall one in the group!
– And finally, one tri-point Y000 screw that’s 1.2mm long – a bit of a twist with this one!
Step 25
– Grab your trusty spudger and gently nudge the loudspeaker up and out of its cozy frame.
– Now, go ahead and remove the loudspeaker completely.
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