iPhone 6 – Replacing the WiFi and Bluetooth antenna

- First things first, make sure your iPhone 6 is powered down completely to keep it safe during the repair process.

- Give that standby button a gentle press for about three seconds until you see the slider pop up.

- Now, slide it to power down your iPhone completely. This might take around ten seconds, so hang tight!

- To get that iPhone 6 open, grab your trusty pentalobe screwdriver!

- On the bottom edge of your device, you'll spot two Pentalobe screws flanking the Lightning connector. Go ahead and remove them, and make sure to stash them in one of the squares on your magnetic pad. You're looking for 2 x 3.8 mm pentalobe screws.

- First, let's give your iPhone 6 a comfy spot on a soft, clean surface so it doesn't get any scratches on that lovely back cover of yours.

- Grab a suction cup and a sturdy plastic plectrum to gently lift the front screen of your iPhone 6. If your screen is looking a bit like a spider web, it's a good idea to tape it up before lifting it. That way, you can dodge those pesky little glass splinters!

- Now, place that suction cup right on the display—ideally right above the Home button, but if that's tricky, just go for a spot next to it (check out figure 1). Use the suction cup's ring to lift the screen while carefully sliding the plectrum between the aluminum and display frame, pressing the aluminum frame down as you go. It might take a few tries, so be patient with yourself!

- Once you've got the display lifted just a bit, work your way around the edges until those two long sides are free (see figure 3).

- Grab your trusty Phillips screwdriver and start by unscrewing the Phillips screws that are holding the battery connector in place (check out figure 1 for a visual!). Once you've got that cover off (see figure 2), make sure to toss all those little parts into the same container so they don't go wandering off. You're looking at 1 x 3.2 mm Phillips screw and 1 x 2.3 mm Phillips screw here.

- Now, let's gently coax that battery connector out! Use the sharp end of your ESD spudger to carefully slide underneath the plug (see figure 3). No spudger? No problem! Your fingernail can work wonders too—just be gentle!

- The shiny silver cover is held in place by five Phillips screws. Go ahead and remove those (check out figure 1) and keep the screws in one spot on your magnetic pad. Once that's done, you can gently lift off the cover. You're 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, take a peek at the four overlapping connectors (see picture 2). It's time to loosen them up with care, following the order shown below. For this, gently slide the pointed end of your spudger underneath each contact and lift it up. The connectors include: Front camera/sensor/earpiece/ambient microphone, Touch ID cable, LCD, and Touchscreen.

- First, let's find that sneaky upper screw hiding in the camera cover. (Check out figure 1 for help!)

- Next up, unscrew those two Phillips screws from the camera cover (see figure 2). You're looking for 1 x 1.6 mm and 1 x 2.1 mm Phillips screws.

- Now, gently take off the shiny silver camera cover (see figure 3).

- Time to disconnect the camera connector! Use the pointed tip of your spudger and carefully slide it just below the contact, then lift it up (see figure 4).

- Finally, lift the camera right out of your phone (see figure 5).

- First remove the two Phillips screws from the silver cover (see figure 1). Put both screws in the same container. Then lift the cover to remove it (see figure 2).1 x 2.2 mm Phillips screw1 x 2.9 mm Phillips screw

- Unplug the connections for both the volume control cable and the standby cable.

- Alright, let's get that Wi-Fi cover off! Start by removing the four Phillips screws (check out figure 1 for guidance). Make sure to keep those little screws together in the same container so they don’t go on an adventure without you! Once you've got those screws out, gently lift the cover off (see figure 2). You're looking at 2 x 2.1 mm Phillips screws, 1 x 1.3 mm Phillips screw, and 1 x 1.6 mm Phillips screw.

- Alright, let's tackle those two Phillips screws on that little silver metal bracket connecting the logic board to the frame! Make sure to keep all the parts cozy in the same container so they don’t wander off. You’ll need: 1 x 2.1 mm Phillips screw and 1 x 1.5 mm Phillips screw.

- Using the pointed tip of your spudger, gently detach the connectors for both the Lightning connector (check out figure 1) and the antenna cable (see figure 2) from the logic board.

- Ready to get that SIM card tray out? You can totally use the SIM Tool or a good old paperclip for the job! Just press the SIM Tool into the tiny hole on the tray and voilà, it pops right out!

- Alright, it's time to unscrew those five screws holding the logic board in place (check out figure 1 for a visual!). You're looking at: 1 x 2.6 mm Phillips screw, 2 x 1.8 mm Phillips screws, 1 x 2.2 mm Phillips screw, and 1 x 1.3 mm Phillips screw.

- Just a heads up: the 1.3 mm Phillips screw (the green one) is responsible for holding the antenna in place (see the arrow). Go ahead and remove the antenna along with that screw, and keep them together with the other screws.

- Now, with a gentle touch, you can lift the logic board out by hand (see figure 2).

- First, let's unhook those connectors from the WiFi antenna and gently take it out. You got this!

- Now, it's time to bring in the new WiFi antenna! Connect it carefully, making sure all those connectors snap in snugly. You're doing great!

- Alright, let's get that logic board back where it belongs! Place it gently in its original spot (check out figure 1) and secure it with those five Phillips screws (see figure 2). You're looking at: 1 x 2.6 mm Phillips screw, 2 x 1.8 mm Phillips screws, 1 x 2.2 mm Phillips screw, and 1 x 1.3 mm Phillips screw.

- And hey, don't forget to tuck the antenna back under that 1.3 mm Phillips screw (the green one). (See the arrow for guidance!)

- Alright, it's time to place that shiny little silver metal bracket back where it belongs! Grab your trusty screwdriver and secure it in place. You’ll need: 1 x 2.1 mm Phillips screw and 1 x 1.5 mm Phillips screw. You've got this!

- Alright, time to pop that Wi-Fi cover back on! Grab those screws and secure it in place (check out figure 1 for a little visual aid). You're going to need: 2 x 2.1 mm Phillips screws, 1 x 1.3 mm Phillips screw, and 1 x 1.6 mm Phillips screw. You’ve got this!

- Now it's time to place that shiny silver cover back on (check out figure 1) and secure it with those screws (see figure 2). You're going to need: 1 x 2.2 mm Phillips screw and 1 x 2.9 mm Phillips screw.

- Time to get that camera back where it belongs! Gently place it in its original spot and connect the camera's cable (check out figure 1 for guidance).

- Next up, let's pop that camera cover back on (see figure 2) and secure it with those screws (see figure 3). You'll need: 1 x 1.6 mm Phillips screw and 1 x 2.1 mm Phillips screw.

- And to finish it off, don't forget to stick that little black sticker back on (see figure 4).

- Alright, let's connect that LCD! It may take a few tries, so don’t sweat it if it doesn’t snap in perfectly on the first go. Just remember to be super gentle so you don’t bend that little plug. You got this! Here’s what you’re connecting: Front camera/sensor/earpiece/ambient microphone, Touch ID cable, LCD, and Touchscreen.

- Once everything is securely connected, it’s time to power up your iPhone 6! Do a quick check to see if the LCD, touchscreen, proximity sensor, front camera, and earcup are all functioning like champs. If you notice any streaks on the screen or if the touchscreen is acting a bit funky, it might mean those connectors need a little more love.

- Now, cover those connectors back up and secure them with the five screws (check out figure 2). You’ll need: 1 x 3.1 mm Phillips screw, 3 x 1.3 mm Phillips screws, and 1 x 1.8 mm Phillips screw.

- It's time to reconnect that battery! You've got this!

- Now, gently place that shiny silver cover back into the case and secure it with the screws. You're looking at 1 x 3.2 mm Phillips screw and 1 x 2.3 mm Phillips screw. Easy peasy!

- You're almost at the finish line! Gently slide that display back into the housing—just be sure not to pinch any cables. Give a little nudge at the top edge to hear that satisfying click when it's snug.

- Now, with a careful push towards the home button, make sure your screen fits perfectly in the frame. You've got this!

- Alright, let's wrap up this iPhone 6 adventure! Grab those last two Pentalobe screws and pop them into the lower side of the body. You're looking for 2 x 3.8 mm pentalobe screws to finish the job!