DIY Guide to Replace Apple iPhone 6 Vibration Motor

– First things first, let’s power down your iPhone 6 completely. We want to keep it safe and sound during this repair adventure!

– Give that standby button a good press for about three seconds until you see the slider pop up. You’re almost there!

– Swipe it away to fully shut down your iPhone. This might take around ten seconds, but hang tight!

– Ready to get cracking on your iPhone 6? Grab that pentalobe screwdriver and let’s get this show on the road!

– On the bottom of your device, you’ll spot two Pentalobe screws hanging out, one on each side of the Lightning connector. Go ahead and remove them, then place them in a cozy little square on your magnetic pad. That’s 2 x 3.8 mm pentalobe screws, just waiting to be stored safely!

– Gently place your iPhone 6 on a soft, clean surface to keep that back cover scratch-free!

– Grab a suction cup and a sturdy plastic plectrum to lift the front screen of your iPhone 6. If the screen looks like it’s been through a battle, don’t forget to tape it up completely before you start lifting. This will help keep those pesky glass splinters at bay!

– Stick the suction cup on the display – ideally right above the Home button, or just next to it (check out figure 1). Use the suction cup’s ring to lift the screen while you slide the plectrum between the aluminum and display frame, gently pushing the aluminum frame down. This combo will help you lift the screen with the plectrum (see figure 2). Patience is key here; you might need a few tries!

– Once you’ve got the display lifted a bit, carefully work your way around the edges until both long sides are free (see figure 3).

– Grab your trusty Phillips screwdriver and get ready to tackle those Phillips screws holding down the battery connector (check out figure 1 for a visual!). Once you’ve got those out, gently remove the cover (figure 2) and make sure to toss all your parts into one container so they don’t go wandering off. That’s 1 x 3.2 mm Phillips screw and 1 x 2.3 mm Phillips screw, all snug in their new home!

– Now, let’s delicately disconnect the battery connector. For this part, take the sharp end of your ESD spudger and gently slide it under the plug (see figure 3). No spudger? No problem! Your fingernail can work wonders too. Just be gentle!

– Alright, let’s get those silver cover screws out of the way! There are five Phillips screws holding it down. Go ahead and remove them (check out figure 1 for a sneak peek) and stash those screws in a designated spot on your magnetic pad. Once that’s done, you can gently lift off the cover. You’ll be dealing with 1 x 3.1 mm Phillips screw, 3 x 1.3 mm Phillips screws, and 1 x 1.8 mm Phillips screw.

– Now, let’s take a look at what’s underneath! You’ll see four connectors stacked on top of each other (see picture 2). Be super gentle as you loosen them in the order shown below. Use the pointed end of your spudger to carefully lift each connector. We’re talking about the front camera/sensor/earpiece/ambient microphone, Touch ID cable, LCD, and the touchscreen. You’ve got this!

– Time to tackle those two screws holding the vibration motor in place (check out figure 1). We’re looking at 2 x 1.5 mm Phillips screws, so grab your trusty screwdriver!

– Once those screws are out, you can gently lift out the vibration motor (see figure 2). Easy peasy!

– Time to slide that vibration motor back into its cozy spot (check out figure 1 for guidance).

– Secure it in place with the right screws (see figure 2). We’re talking about 2 x 1.5 mm Phillips screws here!

– First up, let’s get that LCD connector attached (check out figure 1 for a visual guide). It might take a few tries, so don’t stress if it doesn’t snap into place right away. Just remember to be super gentle so you don’t bend the plug. We’re dealing with the front camera/sensor/earpiece/ambient microphone, Touch ID cable, LCD, and touchscreen here!

– Once everything is securely connected, it’s time to power up your iPhone 6! Go ahead and run some quick tests to see if the LCD, touchscreen, proximity sensor, front camera, and earcup are all functioning like champs. If you spot any streaks on the display or if the touchscreen is being a bit finicky, it’s a sign those connectors need a little more love.

– Now, let’s cover up those connectors and secure everything with the five screws (see figure 2). We’re looking at 1 x 3.1 mm Phillips screw, 3 x 1.3 mm Phillips screws, and 1 x 1.8 mm Phillips screw.

– Alright, let’s get that battery connected again, shall we?

– Next up, gently place that shiny silver cover back into its home and secure it with those screws. We’re talking about 1 x 3.2 mm Phillips screw and 1 x 2.3 mm Phillips screw here!

– You’re almost at the finish line! Gently slide the display back into its cozy home. Just be mindful not to pinch any cables, and give that top edge a solid press until you hear it click into place.

– Now, with a gentle nudge, push your screen towards the home button to ensure it fits snugly in the frame.

– Grab those last two Pentalobe screws and snugly fit them into the bottom of your device. We’re talking about 2 x 3.8 mm pentalobe screws ready to secure everything in place!