Introduction
Is your keypad not working properly? There may be extra dust and dirt stuck up underneath it that is hindering its operations. To fix this problem follow these steps.
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To remove the battery, push up with your finger on the tab located on the top center of the back of the phone.
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Next, pull the battery off the back of the phone.
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Once the battery pack is removed from the phone, remove the five indicated screws with a size #00 Philips screwdriver.
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Bend back the antenna to access the indicated left middle screw in order to unscrew it.
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Place the phone on its side.
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Insert the small plastic opening tool into the slot that runs along the side of the phone.
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Slowly pry open the phone by working your way around its edges with the opening tool.
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Carefully lift the highlighted connector between the logic board and the screen by using either your fingers or a plastic opening tool as shown in the picture.
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Remove the green logic board from the phone by gently lifting it up with the plastic opening tool. Be cautious to not break the logic board.
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Remove the keypad from the body by grasping the white rubbery pad and lifting it off the phone.
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Remove the dirt and grime that may accumulate under the keypad by using an air can or in this case, a brush.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
