Introduction

How to remove & replace the phone's back speaker.

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    • Orient the phone with the screen facing down.

    • Using your thumb, slide the back panel away from the camera to expose the battery.

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    • Insert the tip of the spudger on the left side of the battery, opposite the direction of the white arrow.

    • Pry the battery free. It will pivot in the direction of the white arrow.

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    • Remove the six 3.5 mm screws using a Phillips #000 screwdriver. Make sure to unscrew in a counterclockwise direction.

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    • Remove the back cover by gently prying around the top and bottom edges with the spudger.

    • It may help to slide the touchscreen upwards when removing the back panel.

    • The side buttons will become loose and will fall out, so put these in a safe place.

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    • Remove the back speaker by carefully prying it upwards with the spudger.

    • The speaker will still be attached to the circuit board by a wire and a small piece of clear plastic.

    • Disconnect the speaker by lifting the clear plastic piece at the end of the wire.

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

Ross McKelvie

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