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iPhone Xr – Removing the mainboard

Duration: 45 min.
Steps: 17 Steps

Welcome to your iPhone Xr repair adventure! In this guide, we’ll walk you through the steps to remove the motherboard like a pro. Each step comes with a handy video to show you the ropes, just hit that play button in the top right corner of the first picture at each step. Remember, when you’re loosening the front camera, FaceID unit, and earpiece, take it easy! These parts are tricky and can’t be replaced without waving goodbye to your FaceID feature. Let’s get started on this journey to revive your iPhone Xr! And if you ever feel overwhelmed, don’t hesitate to schedule a repair with us!

Step 1

- First, let's give your iPhone a little break! Power it down completely to keep it safe while we work our magic. Just press and hold the Standby button along with one of the volume buttons for about three seconds, and voilà—the "Power off" slider will pop 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!

Step 2

- Unscrew those two pentalobe screws hanging out at the bottom edge of the back cover—one's chilling to the right and the other's to the left of the Lightning connector. Don't forget to toss those screws into the same spot on your magnetic pad so they don’t wander off!

Step 3

- Set your iPhone Xr down on a cozy, clean surface—this will keep its back from getting scratched up!

- To pop off the front panel, grab a suction cup, a hard plastic pick, and a heat gun. If your screen looks like it’s been through a battle, cover it with packing tape to keep things tidy.

- The screen is glued to the frame, so let’s warm things up! Use a heat gun to gently heat the outer edges of the display to around 60°C (140°F).

- Stick the suction cup at the bottom of the display. While you lift the screen with the suction cup, slide the hard plastic pick between the frame and the display and gently press down on the frame.

Step 4

- Grab your trusty Y-Type screwdriver (Y000) and let's get those Y-Type screws out of the way! Once that's done, gently remove the bracket plate. Remember to keep all those little parts cozy on the same spot of your magnetic pad!

- Now, it's time for a delicate dance! Carefully wiggle the spudger under the battery connector and pry it off with a gentle touch. You've got this!

Step 5

- The display unit is hooked up with three connectors, all nestled beneath two cover plates. Let's find them!

- Grab your trusty spudger and gently pry apart the connectors for the display and earpiece, one at a time. You've got this!

Step 6

- Unscrew the two screws and gently lift off the bracket plate that holds the camera in place.

- Using a spudger, carefully disconnect the camera's connector.

- With a bit of finesse, pry out the camera using the spudger and set it aside.

Step 7

- First up, let's pop that SIM card holder out of your device. It's like giving your phone a little breather!

- Next, grab your trusty spudger and gently disconnect the contact. No need to rush—take it slow and steady!

- Now, it's time to loosen those screws keeping the card reader snug as a bug. There's a little metal clip attached with a screw—use your tweezers to hold it steady while you remove that screw. Keep track of the alignment; we want it to fit back in just right later on!

- And just like that, you can now remove the SIM card reader. You're doing great!

Step 8

- Let's get those connectors off the logic board! They’re the lifeline for your charging socket, flash, front camera, and volume keys—time to say goodbye for now.

- Keep an eye out for one sneaky contact hiding under a front camera cable. Gently nudge that cable aside and pop off the connector with care.

- Next, it's time to loosen up those motherboard screws. A little twist and turn goes a long way!

- Now, carefully bend all those flex cables to the side and lift out the logic board. You're almost there!

Step 9

- Alright, let’s make sure all those flex cables are chillin' flat against the back cover before we slide in the logic board. Give those cables a little nudge to the side so they don’t get stuck under the board. You've got this!

Step 10

- Pop that SIM card reader back in and secure it with a screw—let's keep it cozy!

- Ensure that the tiny metal clip goes in the right way; it's like a puzzle piece that needs to fit just right.

- Connect the card reader's connector—let's get them talking!

- Slide in the SIM card holder. If you feel any resistance, it might mean the card reader isn’t snug yet—let's make sure everything's in its happy place!

Step 11

- Carefully place the camera back where it belongs and give it a little press down to secure it.

- Connect the camera's connector like a pro.

- Position the bracket plate just right and fasten it in place using those handy screws.

Step 12

- To ensure that the new frame sticker sticks like a champ, let's get rid of any leftover glue and dirt from the metal frame.

- Peel off that first protective film layer from the frame sticker and get ready to stick!

- Carefully align the frame sticker on one edge of the frame and gradually attach it. Make sure it’s even and give it a good press down. A plastic spudger can be your best buddy here to help with the adhesive.

- Now, off with the next large protective film!

- Feel free to keep the small protective films on for now. You can remove them later once you’ve connected the display and attached the bracket plates. This way, you won’t accidentally stick anything to the frame sticker before installation. But hey, if you’re feeling adventurous, you can peel those off right away!

Step 13

- Position the display next to your device like it's ready for a cozy hangout!

Step 14

- Alright, let’s get that battery connector plugged back in—it's time for a little reunion!

- Next up, grab the bracket plate and slide it into place. Secure it with those Y-Type screws, and you're all set!

Step 15

- Let's check out the brightness of that display—make sure it's shining bright like a diamond!

- Time to give that touchscreen a workout! Pick an app and drag it all over the screen. If it keeps up with your finger, you're in the clear!

- Want to test your microphone, speakers, earpiece, and proximity sensor? Fire up the voice memo app and let it do its thing!

Step 16

- Grab the display with both hands and gently lower it into place. Think of it like giving your phone a cozy hug!

- Ensure it fits snugly all around the frame and give it a little press down here and there to make sure it's all settled in nicely.

Step 17

- Time to secure those two pentalobe screws on either side of the Lightning connector! Just twist them into the enclosure and you'll be one step closer to a fully functional iPhone Xr. You've got this!

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