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iPhone 7 – Replacing the earpiece

Duration: 30 min.
Steps: 16 Steps

Welcome to your DIY adventure! In this fun and informative photo guide, we’re here to help you swap out the earpiece of your iPhone, bringing back that crystal-clear sound you love. Need the right tools? Check out our online store for the perfect tool kit and a top-notch replacement earpiece for your iPhone 7. Good luck with your repair journey, and remember, you’ve got this! If you need a hand, feel free to schedule a repair.

Step 1

- To keep your device safe from any pesky short circuits during the repair, make sure to turn it off completely before diving in.

- Give the sleep/wake button a good press until you see the 'Switch off' slider pop up on the screen.

- Swipe that slider from left to right like you're closing a door on a noisy neighbor.

- In about ten seconds, your iPhone will be all powered down and ready for some TLC!

Step 2

- Grab your trusty Pentalobe screwdriver and carefully unscrew the two Pentalobe screws chilling on either side of the Lightning connector. They're just waiting to be freed!

- Don’t let those little screws wander off! Place them in a handy screw storage to keep them safe and sound.

Step 3

- First, lay your iPhone 7 on a nice, soft surface to keep its back cover safe from scratches—because we all know how much it loves to shine!

- Next up, grab a hot air tool like a heat gun or even a trusty hairdryer. Give the edge of the screen a gentle warm-up from the outside to loosen that sticky adhesive. It's like giving your phone a cozy spa day!

Tools Used
  1. Heat gun

Step 4

- Once the edge of the display has warmed up nicely, stick a suction cup right at the height of the home button.

- Give that suction cup a good pull upwards to create a snug little gap between the aluminum frame and the display.

- While you're at it, slide a flat and sturdy tool into that gap. A hard plastic plectrum works like a charm!

- Now, gently push down on the aluminum frame with your tool to widen that gap a bit more.

Step 5

- Now, take that trusty pick and glide it all around the display, giving it a gentle lift as you go. This will help those little noses pop off the aluminum frame, making way for your repair magic!

Step 6

- Grab your Y-type screwdriver and get ready to tackle those four Y-type screws! Loosen them up and then gently lift off the bracket plate that’s sitting over the battery connector. You've got this!

Step 7

- Now, let's gently part ways with those two display connectors (the display and home button) using your trusty plastic spudger. You're doing great!

Tools Used
  1. Pry Tool

Step 8

- To kick things off, grab your Phillips screwdriver and gently remove those two Phillips screws that are holding the bracket plate snugly over the FaceTime connector. Once they're out, you can lift that plate away like a pro!

Step 9

- Start by loosening those five Phillips screws that are keeping the bracket plate snug over the earpiece. They’re just waiting for a little love!

- Once you've got them loose, set the bracket plate aside and gently bend the flex cable along with the FaceTime camera to the side. We're making room for some action here!

- And just like that, you can easily lift out the earpiece. You're on a roll!

Step 10

- Pop that earpiece back into its cozy spot at the top edge of the display, just like it was before the adventure began!

Step 11

- To make sure the new adhesive frame fits properly, you must first remove all old adhesive residue from the back cover and display frame.

- Try placing the adhesive frame on the back cover to align it correctly.

Step 12

- To get that display unit snugly back onto the logic board, start by positioning it upright at the top of the back cover. You're almost there!

- Next, give the FaceTime camera connector a gentle press with your finger until you hear that satisfying click. It's like a little high-five!

- Once you've got that connector in place, simply lay the display down alongside the back cover. You're doing an awesome job!

Step 13

- Reconnect the display connector and home button to the logic board, just like reuniting old friends! They’re ready to work together again.

Step 14

- Next, it's time to reconnect that battery connector! Make sure it's snug and secure.

- Now, grab the bracket plate and place it back over the battery connector. Fasten it down with those four Y-type screws like a pro!

Step 15

- Gently place the display next to the back cover frame and fold it over with care.

- Slide the display towards the sleep/wake button until the lugs click into place on the back cover.

- Now, press down on the display firmly across its entire surface to secure it snugly.

Step 16

- Alright, let’s wrap this up! Grab your Pentalobe screwdriver and give those two Pentalobe screws a little twist to secure them back in place, one on the left and one on the right of the Lightning connector. You're almost done!

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