iPhone 16 Pro Back Glass Replacement
Duration: 45 minutes
Steps: 22 Steps
Get ready to tackle the task of swapping out that cracked or broken back glass on your iPhone 16 Pro! This assembly has the flash and wireless charging coil all bundled in one neat package, specially paired with your logic board. Once you finish this guide, don't forget to calibrate those authentic Apple replacement parts using Repair Assistant. Oh, and grab some replacement back glass adhesive to wrap up this repair like a pro!
Step 1
Let your phone's battery dip below 25%—a fully charged lithium-ion battery can be a little more high-maintenance than you'd like.
- First, disconnect any cables plugged into your phone—no more tethers! Then, press and hold the power button along with either the volume up or volume down button, and give that slide to power off a go. Need a hand? You can always schedule a repair if things get tricky.
Step 2
Find a nice smooth spot near the bottom edge that's just the right size for your suction cup to grip onto.
- If the screen or back glass is looking pretty cracked, lay down some overlapping strips of packing tape over the damaged area. It’ll help protect your fingers and make the disassembly smoother—think of it as a quick shield to keep shards at bay. When in doubt, if you need a hand, you can always schedule a repair for the tricky stuff.
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Step 3
Watch out! If the pick goes in too far, you might risk causing some damage to your device. To avoid this, simply mark the pick so you know where to stop.
Feel free to mark all the corners of the pick with different measurements if that helps keep things precise.
Another trick? Tape a coin about 3mm from the tip of your pick for a simple, effective guide.
- Take a measurement of 3 mm from the tip and mark the opening pick with a permanent marker—think of it as your guide for precision. If you need help along the way, you can always schedule a repair.
Step 4
- Grab your P2 pentalobe screwdriver and carefully unscrew the two 7.4 mm-long screws sitting on each side of the USB-C port. Steady hands, you got this!
Step 5
- Warm up a heated iOpener and gently press it against the bottom edge of the back glass for about two minutes to loosen things up.
Handle with care! We don’t want to turn up the heat too much—your battery might throw a little tantrum if it gets too hot. Keep it cool, and you’ll be just fine!
If you're feeling the heat, grab a hair dryer or heat gun and gently warm up the bottom edge of the back glass until it's nice and toasty to the touch. This helps loosen things up and makes the glass easier to remove. Just be sure not to overdo it—keep the heat gentle and consistent. If you need a hand with this step, you can always schedule a repair.
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Step 6
- Stick a suction cup onto the bottom edge of the back glass, just above the USB-C port.
- Pull gently and steadily on the suction cup to loosen the back glass from the frame.
- Carefully slide an opening pick into the gap to continue prying it apart.
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Step 7
When you're slicing through the adhesive holding that back glass in place, just keep an eye on these areas to avoid any accidental mishaps!
If the spring contacts get bent out of shape, use a spudger or opening pick to nudge them back so they line up perfectly with their gold contact pads on the back glass.
- Hey there! Just a heads-up: there's a super delicate cable hanging out near the volume up button that connects the back glass to the phone. Make sure to steer clear of this spot with your pick to keep that cable safe and sound!
- Also, watch out for those nifty little spring contacts all around the edge of your phone. It's best to keep your pick on the lighter side and not go too deep to avoid bending these little guys. You're doing great!
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Step 8
Be gentle when inserting your pick at the bottom edge—don't go deeper than 5 mm to keep that spring contact happy and intact.
- Gently slide your pick back and forth along the bottom edge to loosen the adhesive without rushing it.
- Keep your pick wedged in the bottom right corner to stop the adhesive from snapping back together.
Step 9
- Warm up the right edge of the back glass until it feels nice and toasty.
Step 10
Careful around the volume buttons—slice gently to keep the wireless charging and flash cable safe and sound.
- Gently slide your pick around the bottom right corner and halfway up the right edge, feeling for that satisfying click of a clip holding the back glass in place.
- Keep that pick tucked in there to hold the adhesive apart and prevent it from sealing back shut. If you need a hand, you can always schedule a repair.
Step 11
- Warm up the left edge of the back glass until it feels nice and toasty to your touch.
Step 12
You'll notice and hear those metal clips pop and release as you gently pass them. It's like a little victory sound for your progress!
- Start by slipping a second pick into the bottom edge to get things moving.
- Carefully slide that pick around the bottom left corner and along the left side of the screen, working to loosen the adhesive and release the metal clips holding it in place.
- Keep that pick inserted at the top left corner to stop the adhesive from snapping back and sealing itself again.
Step 13
- Warm up the top edge of the back glass, focusing around the volume buttons, until it feels nice and toasty to the touch.
Step 14
Keep your pick's invasion to a chill 3 mm max along the top edge—going deeper might ruffle those spring contacts, and we don’t want that!
Get ready to hear and feel those satisfying clicks as the top two clips pop free!
- Gently glide your opening pick along the top edge and around the top right corner, making your way to the volume up button to break that adhesive seal. You've got this!
Step 15
- Carefully swing the back glass open, aiming it toward the volume buttons like it’s making a smooth move.
- Prop up the back glass with a clean, solid object—something like a small box—to keep the cable happy and stress-free.
- Slide out the opening picks and set them aside.
Hold up—don't yank that back glass off just yet. It's still connected by a fragile ribbon cable. Keep following the steps to remove it safely without a hitch.
If the back glass isn't popping open easily, don't go yanking—carefully run your pick around the edges to find any missed spots of adhesive or clips that might be sticking. To keep the lenses safe while you're inside, consider sticking some polyimide tape over the rear camera. And if the glass feels stubborn, try gently lifting it just a bit before swinging it open to release those clips smoothly. Need a hand? You can always schedule a repair.
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Step 16
- Grab your tri-point Y000 screwdriver and gently unscrew the trio of screws holding down the lower connector cover:
- Two screws are 1.2 mm long, and there's one 1.0 mm screw—keep track of which is which!
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Step 17
- Grab those tweezers or your trusty fingers and gently lift off the lower connector cover. You've got this!
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Step 18
- Grab a spudger and gently pry up to disconnect the battery press connector. When it's time to put everything back together, carefully line up the connector with its socket. Press down gently with your fingertip or the flat end of a spudger—start on one side, then the other—until you hear it click into place. No need to force it; if it doesn't seat easily, just reposition and try again. If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
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Step 19
- Grab your tri-point Y000 screwdriver and gently unscrew the four screws holding down the upper connector cover:
- Two screws are 1.0 mm long
- One screw measures 1.2 mm in length
- And there's one screw that's 1.6 mm long
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Step 20
- Grab your tweezers or just use your fingers to gently lift the top connector cover and remove it. Easy peasy—you're on your way! If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
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Step 21
- Grab a spudger and gently use the point to lift and disconnect the back glass press connector. Take it slow and steady—you're doing great!
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Step 22
- Time to put your iPhone back together! Just follow this guide to reapply that adhesive and get your back glass looking sharp again.
- Once you've done the repair, don't forget to calibrate your shiny new back glass with Apple's Repair Assistant. Head over to Settings→General→About→Parts & Service History, hit Restart & Finish Repair, and follow the prompts on your screen.
- Got some e-waste? Be a hero and take it to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
- If things didn't go quite as planned, no worries! Try some basic troubleshooting, or if you're feeling stuck, feel free to schedule a repair with us. We've got your back!
