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iPhone 5c – Replacing the Lightning connector

Duration: 60 min.
Steps: 16 Steps

Welcome to your DIY adventure! In this guide, we’ll walk you through replacing the pesky Lightning connector on your iPhone 5c. If your computer is giving you the cold shoulder and won’t recognize your iPhone, or if charging feels like a lost cause, this repair is for you. Maybe the headphone jack is feeling a bit loose, or the remote control for your headset has decided to take a vacation? And let’s not forget about those awkward phone calls where no one can hear you because your microphone is acting up! Fear not, we’ve got you covered. Let’s get that Lightning connector replaced and bring your iPhone back to life. If you need a helping hand, don’t hesitate to schedule a repair!

Step 1

- Grab your trusty pentalobe screwdriver to get that iPhone 5c open!

- Now, let’s tackle those two pentalobe screws chilling at the bottom of the enclosure. They’re hanging out right next to the Lightning connector, one on each side. Make sure to stash those screws in the same spot in your organizer tray—trust us, it’ll save you some head-scratching later! 2 x 3.8 mm pentalobe screws

Step 2

- Place your iPhone 5c on a soft, clean surface to keep that back looking sharp.

- To lift the front panel, grab a suction cup and a hard plastic pick. If your screen is looking a bit worse for wear, don’t forget to cover it with packing tape first.

- Stick the suction cup over the Home button (if you can) or right next to it (check out figure 1). While you gently pull up on the screen with the suction cup, slide the hard plastic pick between the plastic frame and the display frame, pressing down on the plastic frame. Use that pick to help lift the screen too (see figure 2). It might take a few tries, but you’ve got this!

- Once you’ve managed to lift the screen just a few millimeters (see figure 3), carefully work your way around the edges until it’s loosened on both sides (see figure 4).

Step 3

- First, let’s get those four Phillips screws out from the shiny silver cover (check out figure 1 for a visual). Keep the screws cozy in the same spot in your organizer tray. Now, gently lift off the cover like a pro!

- Next up, it’s time to disconnect three connectors (figure 2 has your back). Be super careful here! Use the pointed tip of your spudger, just a smidge below the connector, and give it a gentle lift. We’re talking Touchscreen, LCD, and the Front camera/sensor/earpiece/ambient microphone.

- Now, let’s put the new display to the test! Temporarily hook up the new display assembly. Fire up your iPhone and see if that LCD and touchscreen are back in action. Make sure all connectors are snugly plugged in; otherwise, you might end up with a black screen or some funky stripes. If the display has a bit of a yellowish tint, check out the last step in this guide.

- Go ahead and temporarily connect that new display assembly.

- Start your iPhone and keep an eye on the LCD and touchscreen. Ensure those connectors are firmly in place. If they’re not, you might be left staring at a black display or some stripes.

- And if you notice that pesky yellow tint, don’t forget to consult the last step in this guide!

Step 4

- Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the Phillips screws on the battery connector (see figure 1). Then lift the cover using the spudger (see figure 2). Put all the parts in the same compartment of the organizer tray.2 x 1.6 mm Phillips screws

- Now carefully lift the battery connector by inserting the pointed tip of the ESD spudger slightly below the connector (see figure 3). If you don’t have a spudger, you can also try using your fingernail.

Step 5

- First, grab your trusty laboratory spatula and gently pry off the Home button contact cable. It's just a little glued on, so it shouldn't put up too much of a fight (check out figure 1 for a visual!).

- Next, let's tackle those three Phillips screws that are waiting to be removed (see figure 2). Remember to toss those screws into a compartment of your organizer tray—this way, you’ll be able to spot them later without any hassle. You're dealing with 2 x 2.7 mm Phillips screws and 1 x 2.1 mm Phillips screw.

Step 6

- Disconnect the connector of the Lightning connector’s ribbon cable by placing the flat end of the spudger very slightly below the contact and lifting it up. Then carefully fold the cable over (see figure 1).

- Now carefully lift off the antenna connector using the laboratory spatula (see figure 2).

Step 7

- Grab your spudger and gently lift that speaker out of its cozy spot (check out figure 1). Once it’s up, you can go ahead and remove it by hand (see figure 2). Just a friendly reminder to be gentle with the antenna cable—it's a bit sensitive!

Step 8

- First up, give that new Lightning connector a quick temporary connection to see how it vibes.

- Next, hook up the battery and the display temporarily. Let’s make sure everything is in sync!

- Now, power up your iPhone and check if the headphone jack (including the remote control for those headphones) and the microphone are ready to rock. Also, see if your PC is giving your iPhone the thumbs up!

Step 9

- Slide your trusty laboratory spatula under the ribbon cable and gently coax it away from the base. It's only lightly glued where the speaker used to be, so it should come off without too much fuss.

- Now, grab that spatula or spudger and give a little nudge to the headphone jack (check out figure 2), the microphone (see figure 3), and the Lightning connector (see figure 4). They’re just waiting for a friendly touch!

- Finally, using your fingers, carefully lift away the ribbon cable (see figure 5). You've got this!

Step 10

- Time to slide in that shiny new Lightning connector (check out figure 1 for a peek!).

- Give a gentle push to the microphone’s rubber seal so it fits snugly into the little black groove. Make sure the Lightning connector and audio jack are sitting pretty against the frame (see figure 2). After that, reconnect the ribbon cable like a pro!

Step 11

- Gently tilt the speaker to the side and slide it back into its original cozy spot. Make sure it’s snug as a bug in a rug (check out figure 1 for guidance).

- Reconnect the antenna cable like a pro (see figure 2).

- Now it’s time to secure those Phillips screws once again (see figure 3). You’ll be using 3 x 2.7 mm Phillips screws, 2 x 2.1 mm Phillips screws, and 2 x 3.2 mm Phillips screws.

Step 12

- Alright, time to pop that battery back into your iPhone like a pro!

- Next, let's get that battery connector reattached (check out figure 1 for a visual).

- Finally, it’s cover time! Put the cover back on and secure it with those screws (see figure 2). You’ll be using 2 x 1.6 mm Phillips screws.

Step 13

- Reattach those connectors like a pro (check out figure 1). Just a heads up, the touchscreen connector can sometimes play hard to get when you’re reconnecting the LCD connector. We’re talking Touchscreen, LCD, Front camera/sensor/earpiece/ambient microphone here!

- Once those connectors are snug, fire up your iPhone! Check if the LCD, touchscreen, proximity sensor, front camera, and earpiece are all back in action. If those connectors aren’t properly connected, you might see some funky stripes on the display or parts of the touchscreen might just decide to take a little break.

- Now, let’s put the cover back on and secure it with some screws (see figure 2). You’ll need 1 x 3.2 mm Phillips screw (not magnetic), 2 x 1.2 mm Phillips screws, and 1 x 1.7 mm Phillips screw.

Step 14

- Now, let's gently fold down that screen like a pro! Ensure the upper edge, where the cables hang out, clicks into place just right. Once that's done, give the screen a careful push towards the Home button until it's snugly fitted in the frame.

Step 15

- Alright, let’s get those two pentalobe screws at the bottom of the enclosure all snugged in! They’re the 2 x 3.8 mm pentalobe screws just waiting for their moment to shine.

Step 16

- Sync up your iPhone with iTunes or hop onto a WLAN network and give it a moment to get the time sorted out!

- Pop out the SIM tray, give that SIM card a little love, and slide it back in.

- Switch on airplane mode for a sec, then turn it off again.

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