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iPhone SE – Replacing the back cover

Duration: 120 min.
Steps: 45 Steps

Welcome to your DIY adventure! In this guide, we're diving into how to swap out your iPhone SE's back cover if it's looking a bit worse for wear. Whether it's a little warped, scratched up, or if your rear camera is playing hide and seek with sharp pictures because of a scratched lens, we've got your back! Join us as we walk you through the steps to give your iPhone SE a fresh new look. Remember, if you ever feel stuck, you can always schedule a repair with us!

Step 1

- Before diving into the repair, let's make sure your iPhone is off. This is super important to keep it safe and sound during the process!

- Press and hold the standby button for around three seconds until you see that nifty slider pop up.

- Swipe the slider from left to right. Your iPhone will now gracefully shut down, which might take about ten seconds. You're doing great!

Step 2

- Grab your trusty pentalobe screwdriver because it’s time to pop open that iPhone SE!

- Locate the two pentalobe screws at the bottom of the enclosure, one on each side of the Lightning connector. Make sure to keep these little guys in the same box so they don’t go on an adventure without you!

Step 3

- Place your iPhone SE on a soft and clean surface to keep that back looking fresh and scratch-free!

- To lift the display, grab a suction cup and a hard plastic pick. If your screen is more cracked than a jigsaw puzzle, slap some tape on it first to avoid any glass surprises. Safety first, right?

- Stick the suction cup over the Home button if you can (if not, just place it nearby). As you gently lift the display with the suction cup, use the hard plastic pick to press down on the aluminum frame. Slide that pick between the aluminum frame and the display. It might take a few tries, but you’ve got this!

- Once you've created a little gap, you can gently twist the pick to open it up further.

- When you can lift the display a few millimeters, carefully work your way around the edges until it’s loosened on both sides. Just a heads up: don’t take the display off completely yet; we need to disconnect the Home button first.

- There's a metal cover blocking the Home button. Use a pair of tweezers to gently lift that cover off.

- With the cover removed, you can now disconnect the Home button from the flexible flat Lightning cable.

Step 4

- Underneath a cover, you'll find the battery contact and the flexible flat Lightning cable contact. This cover is held in place by two Phillips screws. Grab your Phillips screwdriver and remove those screws, then use a pair of tweezers to lift off the cover. Make sure to keep all the parts together in the same compartment of your organizer tray!

- Now, let's gently detach the battery contact using your trusty spudger. Slide the pointed tip of the spudger just below the connector. If you don't have a spudger, no worries—you can use your fingernail instead. Just be careful!

Step 5

- First, let's tackle those four Phillips screws holding the silver cover in place. Make sure to toss those screws into a container to keep them safe and sound! Once you've done that, gently lift the cover off to free it up.

- Now it’s time to disconnect those three overlapping connectors. Follow the order shown in the image and take your time—no rush! Use the pointed tip of your spudger to slide just below each contact and lift it up gently. You've got this!

Step 6

- Time to get your spudger ready! First, disconnect the plug connection on the Lightning connector’s flex cable. Just slide the pointed tip of the spudger ever so slightly below the contact and give it a little lift. The flex cable is lightly glued to the back cover, so gently detach it and fold the cable over like a pro!

- Now, let’s tackle the antenna cable! Use that trusty spudger to detach it from the logic board. You're doing awesome!

Step 7

- Alright, it's time to take off those seven Phillips screws! Make sure to stash them in different containers so you can easily spot them later. You’ve got this!

Step 8

- Grab your trusty spudger and gently coax that speaker out of its cozy home! Just a heads up, there are two sneaky tabs keeping it snug. One is hiding under the logic board, right below the antenna connection, and the other is hanging out beneath the Home button connection on the Lightning connector.

- Now, take your tweezers and give that speaker a little twist and pull to free it up.

Step 9

- The Lightning connector is snugly glued to the back cover. To loosen that bond, grab a heat gun and warm up the back cover and connector just a bit.

- Next up, take your steel laboratory spatula and gently pry away the Lightning connector. Just slide the spatula under different parts of the flexible flat cable with care.

- Finally, use your fingers or tweezers to delicately remove the ribbon cable. You're doing a fantastic job!

Step 10

- The battery is snugly held in place by two adhesive strips on the back cover. You'll notice that one end of these strips peeks out from below the battery and is folded up. Unfolding that little guy will make the next step a breeze!

- Now, with a gentle touch, pull the black end of those adhesive strips at a nice flat angle to detach the battery. If you prefer, you can peel apart the two strips and take them out one at a time. Just remember to keep a steady grip on both the battery and your device while you do this. Those strips can be a bit tricky and might tear. If they do, no worries! Just warm up your device with some hot air and use the spudger to carefully coax the battery out.

- Once you've successfully removed the adhesive strips, the battery will be ready to come out!

Step 11

- Grab your trusty spudger and gently disconnect the iSight camera’s connector from the logic board. You got this!

- Time to peel off that black sticker – it’s just hanging out there!

- The camera is snugly held in by a rubber cover, which is hooked onto two metal tabs. Carefully detach that cover from the tabs and fold it over toward the edge of the back cover. Almost there!

- Now, go ahead and remove the camera. You’re doing a fantastic job!

Step 12

- Time to give that SIM card a little vacation! Gently pop out the SIM card and its tray from the enclosure. You're doing awesome!

Step 13

- Grab your spudger and give that flexible flat volume cable a gentle nudge to disconnect it from the logic board. You're doing great!

Step 14

- Alright, let's get that antenna contact off! It's held in place by two Phillips screws, so grab your trusty screwdriver and let's unscrew those little guys! You've got a 1 x 1.1mm Phillips screw and a 1 x 2.2mm Phillips screw waiting for you.

- Once those screws are out, gently lift the contact from the enclosure. You're doing fantastic!

Step 15

- First things first, let's tackle those six screws keeping the logic board snug against the back cover. You've got 3 of those 2.7 mm Phillips screws, 1 not-so-magnetic 2.7 mm Phillips screw, and 2 tiny 2.1 mm Phillips screws. Grab your screwdriver and let’s get to it!

- Now, gently lift that logic board and give it a 180° turn like you're flipping a pancake, aiming it towards the volume rocker switch. You're doing great!

- Next up, disconnect the antenna contact from the logic board. It’s like a little handshake, but with cables!

- With that done, carefully remove the logic board from the back cover. You're almost there!

- Lastly, don’t forget to take that washer out of the enclosure and keep it together with your screws. You got this!

Step 16

- Remove the three Phillips screws that hold the vibrator motor in place.1 x 2.3 mm Phillips screw1 x 1.5 mm Phillips screw (at 90° angle)1 x 1.5 mm Phillips screw

- Remove the motor.

Step 17

- The volume cable is glued to the back cover, so let's give it a little warmth! Use a heat gun to warm up the back cover—this will help you detach that cable without any fuss.

- Now, grab your trusty steel laboratory spatula and gently slide it between the cable and the back cover to disconnect the flexible flat volume cable. Just be careful and take your time!

- Next up, let's tackle those three Phillips screws that keep the volume rocker switch and mute button snug as a bug. You’ll need: 1 x 1.5 mm Phillips screw (at a 90° angle), 1 x 1.3 mm Phillips screw (at a 90° angle), and 1 x 1.6 mm Phillips screw (at a 90° angle). Remember, we’re not removing the flexible flat volume cable just yet—let’s keep it in place for now!

Step 18

- The flash is nestled on the flexible flat volume cable, held in place by a cover. Time to unleash your inner handyman! Start by unscrewing those two Phillips screws that are keeping the cover in check. You're looking for 2 x 1.4 mm Phillips screws here.

- Next, grab your trusty tweezers and gently lift that cover off the back. You're making great progress!

Step 19

- Time to bust out that Phillips screwdriver and unscrew the little fella holding the standby button in place. It's a 1 x 1.8 mm Phillips screw, and it's just hanging out at a 90° angle!

- Next, gently remove the rubber flap that's keeping the rear camera cozy. It has a rubber block on one side that's clamped into the back cover. Just be careful and pull it away slowly to avoid any rips!

- Say goodbye to that black foam strip that's been sticking to the back of the standby button. It’s time for it to go!

- To make things easier for the next step, let's take out the volume rocker switch and the mute button. They’re just in the way right now!

- One side of the standby button is attached to an axis on the back cover (look for that blue arrow!). To disconnect it, you’ll need to fold it out to at least a 45° angle. Sometimes the flexible flat cable likes to stick around, so be gentle when you detach it to avoid any mishaps.

- Finally, it's time to remove the flexible flat volume cable from the enclosure. You’re almost done!

Step 20

- Remove the three buttons for the volume rocker switch, the mute button and the standby button. Start with the volume rocker switch.

- Remove the mute button.

- Remove the standby button from the enclosure.

Step 21

- The flexible flat antenna cable is stuck to the back cover like a stubborn sticker. Give it a warm hug with some hot air to loosen it up, making it easier to peel away without any damage.

- Gently coax it off using your steel spatula. Slide that spatula in between the flexible flat cable and the enclosure like you're slipping a note under a door.

- Once you’ve freed the flexible flat cable, grab a pair of tweezers to pluck it out with finesse.

Step 22

- In the back cover of your iPhone SE, you'll find four retaining brackets that are also holding the display in place. Each of these brackets is secured with two Phillips screws, which means it's time to channel your inner handyman! Remove those eight screws to disconnect the brackets from the enclosure. You're doing a great job—keep it up! 8 x 1.1 mm Phillips screw

Step 23

- Some parts glued to the old back cover may not be included in the new replacement part. These parts include the lens for the flash, the lever for the SIM tray and the guides for the voice microphone, Lightning connector and speaker. Transfer these parts if the replacement part doesn’t have them. Because the small parts are glued on, hot air and careful use of the steel laboratory spatula can help you remove them.

Step 24

- Channel your inner handyman and grab those eight Phillips screws! It's time to secure the four brackets in the back cover of your iPhone SE. You've got this! Just remember, you're using 8 x 1.1 mm Phillips screws to get the job done.

Step 25

- Place that flexible flat antenna cable back in its cozy spot on the back cover. Give it a good press with your fingers to make sure the glue sticks like it should!

Step 26

- Time to pop in those three buttons for the volume rocker switch, mute button, and standby button into their cozy spots in the enclosure!

- Kick things off with the standby button. Keep your eyes peeled on its position—there’s a rocker switch on it that needs to be facing up, towards the open side of the back cover. You’ve got this!

- Next up, slide in the mute button followed by the volume rocker switch. Remember, the mute button has a snazzy orange stripe that needs to face up as well. Just like before, that stripe should be towards the open side of the back cover.

- Finally, for the volume rocker switch, make sure the plus symbol is sandwiched between the mute button and the minus symbol. You’re almost there!

Step 27

- First, let’s get that standby button positioned just right—aim for a cool angle against the axis in the back cover!

- Now, hook that standby button onto the axis using the side shaped like a hook (check out that blue arrow!). Remember, it should be at least at a 45° angle to the outer wall. You've got this!

- Next up, align the flexible flat cable in the back cover so the volume rocker switch and mute button are facing the right openings in the enclosure. This little trick will make the next steps a breeze!

- Pop the flash into its designated opening in the back cover and get the ambient microphone in place. Don’t forget to attach that black foam to the standby button.

- Time to reattach the black rubber flap to the enclosure! Just push the end with the rubber block into the opening in the back cover.

- Finally, grab that Phillips screw and secure the standby button in the back cover. You’ll need a 1 x 1.8 mm Phillips screw at a 90° angle. Almost there!

Step 28

- Reattach the cover that secures the flash just like it was before. It's like giving your phone a cozy blanket!

- Secure that cover with the two Phillips screws. We’re talking about 2 x 1.4 mm Phillips screws here. Tighten them up and you’re on your way!

Step 29

- Alright, it's time to attach the volume rocker switch and mute button to the enclosure! Grab those three Phillips screws and get ready to work your magic. Don't forget to gently press down on that flexible flat cable so it sticks to the back cover. Here's what you'll need: 1 x 1.5 mm Phillips screw (at a 90° angle), 1 x 1.3 mm Phillips screw (at a 90° angle), and 1 x 1.6 mm Phillips screw (at a 90° angle). You’ve got this!

Step 30

- First, let's find the perfect home for that vibrator motor. Slide it back into its original spot!

- Next up, grab those three Phillips screws and secure the motor to the back cover. You’ll need: 1 x 2.3 mm Phillips screw, 1 x 1.5 mm Phillips screw (at a 90° angle), and another 1 x 1.5 mm Phillips screw. You're almost there!

Step 31

- First up, let's get that washer back in its cozy little spot!

- Next, position the logic board so it's easy to access the bottom. You're doing great!

- Now, connect the antenna cable to the socket on the bottom of the logic board. It’s like giving it a friendly handshake!

- Carefully place the logic board into the back cover. Almost there!

- Finally, use those six screws to secure the logic board to the back cover just like before. Remember: 3 x 2.7 mm Phillips screw, 1 x 2.7 mm Phillips screw (not magnetic), and 2 x 2.1 mm Phillips screw. You've got this!

Step 32

- Alright, it's time to pop that antenna contact back into its cozy spot in the enclosure!

- Secure it in place with those two Phillips screws—one's a 1 x 1.1mm Phillips screw at a 90° angle, and the other is a 1 x 2.2mm Phillips screw. You've got this!

Step 33

- Give that flexible flat volume cable a little nudge to disconnect its plug from the logic board. You're on the right track!

Step 34

- It's time to give that SIM card a little homecoming! Gently slide the SIM card and its tray back into the enclosure. You're nailing this!

Step 35

- Place the rear camera back in its original spot on the back cover.

- Secure the camera using the rubber cover you previously removed by hooking it onto the two metal tabs.

- Reapply the black sticker.

- Connect the camera to the logic board.

Step 36

- First things first, grab those two shiny new adhesive strips to secure the battery to the back cover. Make sure to place them just right, so the tips end right before the flexible flat volume cable, and center them between the logic board and the outer wall on the opposite side.

- Now, give those adhesive strips a good press with your fingers to make sure they stick to the back cover and don’t play hide and seek with the red film when you peel it off.

- Time to say goodbye to that red protective film!

- Next, position the battery right in the middle of those adhesive strips. You can use the black ends of the strips to guide you. The battery should align perfectly with the white adhesive strips. And don’t forget to leave enough room between the battery and the logic board for the battery connection.

- Finally, fold over the black end of the adhesive strip in the middle.

Step 37

- Nestle the Lightning connector back into its cozy spot on the back cover.

- Give that flexible flat cable a good press to help the glue stick like it means it!

- Ensure that the microphone with its rubber sleeve, the Lightning connector, and the headphone jack are all snugly fitted in the frame.

Step 38

- Alright, time to put that speaker back in its happy little home! Just a heads up, there are two sneaky tabs holding it snug. One of those tabs is hiding under the logic board, right beneath the antenna connection, while the other one is chilling below the Home button connection on the Lightning connector. Grab those tweezers and give the speaker a little twist and insert it back in!

Step 39

- Secure the Lightning connector by fastening it with those seven Phillips screws. You've got this!

Step 40

- Get ready to connect that antenna cable back to the logic board, like a pro!

- Now, let’s give the Lightning connector a warm welcome back to the logic board. You’re doing amazing!

Step 41

- Let's make sure that battery contact is snugly connected to the logic board, giving it a nice little hug!

- Now, it's time to put that cover back on and fasten it with those two Phillips screws. You're almost done!

Step 42

- Reconnect those connectors! Sometimes, getting the display connector to play nice takes a few tries. Just be super careful not to bend them—no one wants a bent connector!

- Once everything is snugly connected, power up your iPhone and check if the LCD, touchscreen, proximity sensor, front camera, and earpiece are all functioning like champs. If the display connectors are feeling a bit off, you might see some funky stripes or parts of the touchscreen acting up. Let's keep it all working smoothly!

- Now, it’s time to put on the cover and secure it with screws. You're almost there!

Step 43

- Slide that display right into the enclosure at the top edge where the connection cables hang out. Give it a little push until it clicks into place like it’s found its perfect spot!

- Before you can connect your device to the display, make sure to hook up the Home button to the Lightning connector and secure them with the cover. Teamwork makes the dream work!

- Gently press down on the display towards the Home button until it fits snugly in the frame. We want that display to be flush with the frame, looking all sharp and sleek!

Step 44

- Now, let’s get those two pentalobe screws at the bottom of the enclosure snugly in place! You’ve got this!

Step 45

- Let's get your iPhone in sync! Connect it to iTunes or hop onto a WLAN network and sit tight until your time is set. You've got this!

- Time to play a little hide and seek with the SIM card! Gently pop out the SIM tray, give it a wave, and then slide it back in. You're doing great!

- Flip on airplane mode and then flip it off again! It's like giving your device a refreshing little reboot. Keep up the awesome work!

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