LG G Pad 8.3 Back Panel Replacement

Written By: Raenicia Haworth

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Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

Time Required

5 - 15 minutes

Introduction

If you need to replace a component inside the LG G Pad 8.3, you will need to remove the back panel. This guide will teach you how to remove the back panel.

Tools

Step 1

With the tablet face down, pull the SD card slot cover out.
Using a Phillips #000 screwdriver, remove the 3mm screw located in the SD card slot.

Step 2

Insert a plastic opening tool in the small crevasse between the screen and the back panel.
Pry the screen away from the back panel.
Repeat this on each edge of the device.
We found it helpful to leave multiple plastic opening tools wedged in the crevasse to prevent it from closing.
This requires heavy force. The back of the device is attached with an adhesive. If the back panel is too hard to remove, use the iOpener.

My old G-Pad had its screen separated from the rest of the front part and the back panel, so if you have just a slim glass come off, do not pull that off. Use a flat spudger to loosen those hooks and help the rest of the front part come out with the screen attached.

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