DIY Guide to Replace iPhone 6 Plus Screen: Step-by-Step Repair

– First things first, let’s power down your iPhone completely to keep it safe during the repair. Just press that standby button for about three seconds until the slider pops up.

– Now, give that slider a gentle swipe from left to right. Your iPhone will take about ten seconds to shut down completely. Easy peasy!

– Grab your trusty pentalobe screwdriver to crack open that iPhone 6 Plus like a champ!

– Now, it’s time to remove those two pentalobe screws hanging out at the bottom of the enclosure—one on each side of the Lightning connector. Make sure to toss those screws into the same container; we don’t want them going rogue! 2 x 3.8 mm pentalobe screws.

– First, let’s give your iPhone 6 Plus a cozy spot on a soft, clean surface to keep that back safe from scratches.

– To lift the front panel, grab a suction cup and a hard plastic pick. If your screen is looking like a jigsaw puzzle, cover it with packing tape before diving in.

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

– Once you can lift the screen just a bit, carefully work your way around the edges until it’s loosened on both sides (see figure 3).

– Grab your Phillips screwdriver and get ready to tackle those pesky screws on the battery connector (check out figure 1 for a visual!). Once you’ve got those out, gently lift the cover (figure 2). And hey, don’t forget to keep all those little parts together in one container—organization is key! You’ll be dealing with 1 x 3.2 mm Phillips screw and 1 x 2.3 mm Phillips screw.

– Next up, let’s carefully lift that battery connector! Just slide the pointed tip of your ESD spudger right under the connector (figure 3). No spudger? No problem! Your fingernail can do the trick too. You’ve got this!

– Alright, let’s start by tackling those five Phillips screws that are snugly holding the silver cover in place (check out figure 1 for guidance). Be a pro and drop them in the same container to avoid losing any little guys. After that, gently lift the cover off—it should come off like a charm! You’ve got: 1 x 1.6 mm Phillips screw, 3 x 1.2 mm Phillips screws, and 1 x 2.9 mm Phillips screw.

– Next, it’s time to disconnect four connectors that are overlapping each other (refer to figure 2 for the sequence). Take your time here! With your spudger, slide the pointed tip very carefully beneath the contact and lift it up gently. You’ll need to disconnect the Front camera/sensor/earpiece/ambient microphone, Touch ID cable, LCD, and Touchscreen.

– Now for the exciting part—give that new display a run-through! Temporarily hook up the new display assembly. Take it easy with the LCD connector; it can be a bit of a puzzle. Power up your iPhone and see if the LCD and touchscreen are working nicely. Just a reminder: ensure all connectors are snugly in place! Otherwise, you could see a black screen or some funky stripes. If the new display has a slight yellow tint, no worries! Just check out the last step for help.

– Once again, temporarily connect the new display assembly, keeping that tricky LCD connector in mind.

– After some excitement, start your iPhone to verify if the LCD and touchscreen are cooperating. Ensure those connectors are plugged in tightly; otherwise, you might be greeted with a blank screen or stripes. No fun!

– And if, by chance, the display comes off a bit yellow, don’t panic—head over to that last step of this guide for tips.

– The earpiece is nestled on the back of the display unit. Time to unscrew those three Phillips screws holding the earpiece cover—yes, we mean it (check out figure 1 for a visual). Keep them safe in the same container to avoid any runaway screws! You’ll need 2 x 2.2 mm Phillips screws and 1 x 1.3 mm Phillips screw.

– Now, gently lift off the cover. It deserves a cozy spot in the same container with its screw buddies (refer to figure 2).

– The earpiece is hiding beneath the front camera’s ribbon cable. Just give that cable a slight fold to the side to set that earpiece free (see figure 3).

– Remove the cable set in two steps: First remove the sensors by inserting the spudger below the cable set but above the small gold ambient microphone and lifting the sensors out (see figure 1).

– Now insert the spudger below the ribbon cable at the point where the ambient microphone is (see figure 3). It’s slightly glued in place at this point.

– Now you can lift the cable set to remove it (see figure 3).

– First, let’s tackle those two Phillips screws that are just hanging out there (check out figure 1 for a visual). Once they’re gone, gently lift off the silver cover (see figure 2). Remember to keep all your little parts together in one container—no screw left behind!

– Now, grab your trusty spudger and carefully disconnect the Home button cable (see figure 3).

– Next, slide the flat end of the spudger under the cable set, which is usually glued down, and gently pry it loose (see figure 4).

– The Home button is snugly glued to the screen from the inside. Using your finger, give it a gentle push from the front side (see figure 5).

– Once the cable set is free, you can lift it out with ease.

– Alright, let’s get those eight Phillips screws out of the way! They’re holding down the metal cover (see figure 1). Don’t worry, it’s just 2 x 1.8 mm and 6 x 1.2 mm Phillips screws—we’re not messing around with anything too complicated.

– That Home button connector cable is a little stubborn – it’s glued to the back of the display. Gently coax it loose using your trusty spatula (see figure 2). You’re doing great!

– Time to remove the rear panel! (see figure 3). You’re almost there!

– Not all available displays have the same features. If necessary, you will have to take some of the following parts from your old display before installing the new screen (see figure 1):Front camera bracket (lightly glued in place)Sensor bracket (lightly glued in place)

– Front camera bracket (lightly glued in place)

– Sensor bracket (lightly glued in place)

– You can also take the sticker from your old display.

– Now install the Home button again (see figure 1) and connect the connectors.

– Put on the silver cover and screw it in place (see figure 2).2 x 1.8 mm Phillips screw

– Now, let’s plop that shiny silver rear panel right onto the back of your brand new display and secure it with some screws (check out figure 1 for a little guidance). You’ll need 2 x 1.8 mm Phillips screws and 6 x 1.2 mm Phillips screws to do the job!

– Make sure to snugly reconnect the Home button’s connection cable (see figure 2). You’ve got this!

– First stick the ambient microphone to its original position (see figure 1).

– Then attach each of the sensors to the corresponding bracket (see figure 2).It’s important to position the sensors correctly because, otherwise, the proximity sensor won’t be fully functional.

– Return the earpiece to its cozy spot right between the FaceTime camera and the sensors (check out figure 1 for a handy reference). After that, pop that cover back on like it never left (see figure 2).

– Now, let’s get those Phillips screws tightened up (see figure 3). Ensure that the front camera is sitting nice and centered on the display—give it a little nudge if it needs repositioning. You’ll be using 2 x 2.2 mm Phillips screws and 1 x 1.3 mm Phillips screw for this part.

– Reattach the connectors (see figure 1). Connecting the LCD connector generally takes a few tries. Be very careful to avoid bending the connector.Front camera/sensor/earpiece/ambient microphoneTouch ID cableLCDTouchscreen

– Start your iPhone as soon as the connectors are securely attached. Check the function of the LCD, touchscreen, proximity sensor, front camera and earpiece.If the connectors aren’t connected properly, stripes will appear on the display or parts of the touchscreen won’t work.

– Now attach the cover and screw it in place (see figure 2).1 x 1.6 mm Phillips screw3 x 1.2 mm Phillips screw1 x 2.9 mm Phillips screw

– Let’s reconnect those battery, Lightning connector, and antenna cables – think of it as a high-five for your phone’s insides! (See figure 1).

– Now, pop on that silver cover and give those screws a snug hug. (See figure 2).

– Now, let’s gently fold down that screen of yours. Make sure the upper edge, where all those cables hang out, snaps into place just right. Then, with a little finesse, push the screen toward the Home button until it’s snugly set in the frame. You’ve got this!

– Alright champ, let’s get those two pentalobe screws snug in their spots at the bottom of the enclosure. Think of it as giving your phone a super-secure hug!

– Since iOS 10, the color temperature of the display can be adjusted.

– open “Settings”> “General”> “Accessibility”> “Display Accommondations”

– select “Colour Filters”

– activate “Colour Filters”

– select the filter “Colour Tint”

– the color intensity can be adjusted with a slider