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[Q] Broke the LCD on the HD7, is there a teardown video.

Hi,
Are there instructions or a video somewhere on how to disassemble the HD7? The LCD broke on mine, yet the digitizer is intact. I have looked everywhere and cannot find a complete teardown.

ok, i managed to get the motherboard off as well. Now to replace the lcd do I have to pry off the digitizer from the front?

any hd7 tear down video

Have a look at this. http://www.xda.cn/newshow.php?snid=1107&page=&pages=1
be sure to translate it into English first, has the disassembly instructions for the hd7.

rhn said:
Have a look at this. http://www.xda.cn/newshow.php?snid=1107&page=&pages=1
be sure to translate it into English first, has the disassembly instructions for the hd7.
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it doesnt show how to remove the screen

Not a video, but hope it helps
I just replaced the glass digitizer for the HD7 and decided to explore a little in case I needed to do a lcd for this beast, so here is what I was able to find out.
After following the steps in the above teardown; ***If your not careful you will tear the main flex cable***** ( I know cause I did )
1 Carefully peal off the boards on the sides as you peal the flex label off with the manufacturer sticker still in tact. All the top boards peal off pretty easy, make sure you unplug all the wires that are in the way.
2 The phone should now be free of all boards and cables
Now from here on in its tricky:
1 I used a heat gun to remove the digitizer, theres a plug in on the back of the phone to the left, its tiny and flat. Lift up on the tightener and slide it out.
1a I lifted the lcd up a bit being very, very careful so I dont crack it or make it bleed and slowly removed the digitizer flex cable down also lifting it off the lcd, be careful the flex cable is glued down at the very bottom of the lcd as well.
2 Now this is not conclusive but it looks like the lcd is also held down by glue, in the middle and on the bottom sides. I never needed to remove the lcd so I never really took it off to see if thats how. I did take some heat to the areas I mentioned and the lcd lifted up about half an inch near the digitizer flex.
Thats all I have hope this helps someone!!

hmmm that guide might come in handy, im thinking of replacing the bezel on mine

cellfonepimp said:
I just replaced the glass digitizer for the HD7 and decided to explore a little in case I needed to do a lcd for this beast, so here is what I was able to find out.
After following the steps in the above teardown; ***If your not careful you will tear the main flex cable***** ( I know cause I did )
1 Carefully peal off the boards on the sides as you peal the flex label off with the manufacturer sticker still in tact. All the top boards peal off pretty easy, make sure you unplug all the wires that are in the way.
2 The phone should now be free of all boards and cables
Now from here on in its tricky:
1 I used a heat gun to remove the digitizer, theres a plug in on the back of the phone to the left, its tiny and flat. Lift up on the tightener and slide it out.
1a I lifted the lcd up a bit being very, very careful so I dont crack it or make it bleed and slowly removed the digitizer flex cable down also lifting it off the lcd, be careful the flex cable is glued down at the very bottom of the lcd as well.
2 Now this is not conclusive but it looks like the lcd is also held down by glue, in the middle and on the bottom sides. I never needed to remove the lcd so I never really took it off to see if thats how. I did take some heat to the areas I mentioned and the lcd lifted up about half an inch near the digitizer flex.
Thats all I have hope this helps someone!!
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hello, cellphonepimp perhaps you could show us which part of the #1 you remove using the heat gun ?? i've come to death end no idea where to start. below photo marking all completely sealed.
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cellfonepimp said:
I just replaced the glass digitizer for the HD7 and decided to explore a little in case I needed to do a lcd for this beast, so here is what I was able to find out.
After following the steps in the above teardown; ***If your not careful you will tear the main flex cable***** ( I know cause I did )
1 Carefully peal off the boards on the sides as you peal the flex label off with the manufacturer sticker still in tact. All the top boards peal off pretty easy, make sure you unplug all the wires that are in the way.
2 The phone should now be free of all boards and cables
Now from here on in its tricky:
1 I used a heat gun to remove the digitizer, theres a plug in on the back of the phone to the left, its tiny and flat. Lift up on the tightener and slide it out.
1a I lifted the lcd up a bit being very, very careful so I dont crack it or make it bleed and slowly removed the digitizer flex cable down also lifting it off the lcd, be careful the flex cable is glued down at the very bottom of the lcd as well.
2 Now this is not conclusive but it looks like the lcd is also held down by glue, in the middle and on the bottom sides. I never needed to remove the lcd so I never really took it off to see if thats how. I did take some heat to the areas I mentioned and the lcd lifted up about half an inch near the digitizer flex.
Thats all I have hope this helps someone!!
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Has anyone figured out how to actually GET to the LCD and digitizer? I have the motherboard off but cannot figure out how to actually ACCESS the LCD/digitizer...
Please see the picture below...I have NO idea where to go from here!! Help!

Ugh I am stuck at this exact same spot! Please if any one has any knowledge share with us!!!

dapupster said:
Has anyone figured out how to actually GET to the LCD and digitizer? I have the motherboard off but cannot figure out how to actually ACCESS the LCD/digitizer...
Please see the picture below...I have NO idea where to go from here!! Help!
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I took the digitizer off by heating it up but i think I did it wrong because i cut a cable that I SWORE in my mind went to the digitizer but now i am not sure... I got the digitizer off but now the LCD is in the housing and I can't connect the new digtizer because of that flex cable and that I can't get under the lcd to connect the new digitizer... PLEASE HELP!

HD7 LCD repair craziness...
I've searched everywhere for an answer to this question...
when i replace the digitizer+LCD unit...what tape do i use to secure it into the shell?
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I took the digitizer off by heating it up but i think I did it wrong because i cut a cable that I SWORE in my mind went to the digitizer but now i am not sure... I got the digitizer off but now the LCD is in the housing and I can't connect the new digtizer because of that flex cable and that I can't get under the lcd to connect the new digitizer... PLEASE HELP!
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I literally had to cut the double sided tape holding the lcd screen into the shell to remove it. the digitizer connector is indeed behind the lcd screen. when i removed my screen and digitizer i wasnt concerned about the lcd breaking b/c it already was broken. i did accidentally cut the ribbon cable for the digitizer necessitating the replacement of both lcd and digitizer, i found them pre-assembled on ebay. if your going to try to save the screen, already having removed the digitizer, be very careful when removing it b/c it is extremely fragile with out the rigid support of the digitizer....
PS. there are only two ribbon cables coming from the front of the shell, the thick one (aprox 1cm wide) is the lcd, the other which is located at the bottom of the screen between the widows icon and the search icon is the digitizer flex cable (3mm wide aprox). hope that helps ur ID what you cut.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4UBCFsMDTGA&feature=related.
you can watch this video.there's afew more which you can find.

after watching that I'm scared to death of replacing it myself, there's no way I won't brick my phone!
Can someone recommend a reputable repair center that can replace it for me for under 100 bucks including parts labor and shipping?

SelArom said:
after watching that I'm scared to death of replacing it myself, there's no way I won't brick my phone!
Can someone recommend a reputable repair center that can replace it for me for under 100 bucks including parts labor and shipping?
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Me too ,I thought it was as easy as tytn2, well you need a heater whoooo,might as well send back let the pros do it.If i ever damage my screen.

If your having troubles with removing digitizer, set you phone in oven for no more than 5 minutes at a time, @ 135F. Take it out and pry, then repeat if needed. Set it on some crumpled up tin foil to get separation from the metal shelves.
As for the ribbon for the LCD you have to pry the corner of the LCD up as you push the ribbon into place. Your going to repeat with the oven in order to release the LCD as it is attached with several pieces of two sided tape. This may also be needed/helpful to remove the ribbon from in-between the metal case and the LCD as it is adhered to the back with something like Crystal Clear by 3M.
What it really comes down to is heat is your best friend through the whole process.
I have done 4 of these this same way
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seriously???? an oven???? i have now seen it all... btw for anyone wanting to cut the chance of destroying your phone by 80%.. dont use this method... not looking for a fight..just trying to help someone make a good decision...

Removing LCD and Digitizer
My wife broke her phone (LCD and not the digitizer).
Tasked with buying a new one or repairing this one I choose to try to repair it. Watching the videos, I assumed I would break the digitizer trying to get the LCD out so I purchased the LCD & Digitizer Assembled (AND SO GLAD I DID).
The phone was very easy to take apart until I had to remove the LCD and Digitizer.
Here's what I learned:
There IS NO SCREWS holding the LCD and Digitizer in place
It is held together using two sided tape.
Put a sharp flat headed screw driver between the glass panel and grill and slowy lift the screen.
Once you have enough clearance, use a sharp knive to cut the tape holding them in place from the top working your way down.
You can then slowly pull the bottom away from the plastic casing.
Replace with the new Screen and your good to go!
I can't post pictures of it because the blog is preventing me from doing so. Contact me if you would like me to email them to you.
The phone is working great now and it only cost me $57 to fix it.

RogerMCT said:
The phone is working great now and it only cost me $57 to fix it.
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Just what I was looking for!

I need to replace my digitizer and the only thing holding me back from ordering it is the fact that I am not entirely confident about doing the repair.
A combination of this video:
Ttblondey said:
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you can watch this video.there's afew more which you can find.
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along with this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=31391410
give me a very good idea of how to get down to the digitizer, but then I don't have a complete understanding of how to free the old digitizer ribbon cable and then later feed the replacement digitizer's ribbon cable through. A new video was posted to youtube a few months ago demonstrating this step, but I'm still a bit confused... Here is that video:
Honestly, from reading RogerMCT's post, it would seem that heating the phone (as seen in the video above plus StevetotheH's post) wouldn't be needed. I'm wondering, are there any things I should keep an eye out for if I'm attempting to cut this double-sided tape? Like are there other ribbon cables I should be aware of so that I don't accidentally cut them while trying to cut the 2-sided tape?
Any more details about or pictures of this process would be greatly appreciated, as I've spent a lot of time looking for more information about this task and there really isn't much on the internet about this aside from this thread.
Thanks.

Motorola Droid 4 Screen Take Apart Repair Guide

This written repair guide will assist you in replacing the touch screen or LCD screen on your Motorola Droid 4. This will take you through each step from screw removals, to flex cables, adhesive and etc.
This guide will help you install the following Motorola Droid 4 part (s):
Motorola Droid 4 Touch Screen Digitizer Replacement
Motorola Droid 4 LCD Screen Replacement
And Other Motorola Droid 4 Parts
Tools Required:
Safe Open Pry Tool
T5 Torx Screwdriver
Adhesive Strips (For Touch Screen Replacements)
Hot Air Gun / Hair Dryer
Motorola Droid 4 Take Apart/Repair Guide:
Remove the back battery cover by sliding it down and then lifting it from the front of the phone.
Use a safe open pry tool to lift the Micro SIM cover.
Remove the battery sticker from the device by carefully peeling it away.
Use a Torx T5 screwdriver to remove the two (2) screws holding the battery in place.
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Now, using a safe open pry tool, carefully remove the battery. The battery will held in place with a large amount of adhesive.
Pry away the top camera cover which is held in place with adhesive. Under the cover there will be two (2) hidden Torx T5 screws.
Figure 2​
Using your safe open pry tool, pry carefully around the edges of the back bezel and remove the back housing from the rest of the device.
There will now be thirteen (13) Torx T5 screws holding the mid chassis in place. Remove these screws and carefully pry off the mid frame chassis from the rest of the device
Figure 3​
You will now have access to the motherboard. There will be two (2) "pop" connectors that will need to be disconnected as shown in Figure 4.
Figure 4​
The motherboard can now be set aside and we are left with the front slide portion and top of the keyboard.
We will now need to remove the two (2) Torx T5 screws holding the slide and keyboard in place.
Figure 5​
Carefully remove the keyboard from the device, being careful of the flex cable that is fed through the slide..
On the back of the screen assembly there will be ten (10) Torx T5 screws that will need to be removed.
Figure 6​
The front panel can now be removed from the LCD assembly.
The touch screen digitizer is part of the front panel. To remove the touch screen you will need to heat the front of the panel using a hair dryer/heat gun to warm the adhesive holding the digitizer in place.
Use medium heat for about 45-60 seconds using quick movements around the outside edges.
Now, use a safe open pry tool to pry between the touch screen and the bezel to release the adhesive holding the touch screen in place. Reheat if necessary.
Carefully feed the flex cable through the housing are fully remove the touch screen from the device.
For LCD repair, carefully release the top "pop" connector above the LCD screen. You can now lift the LCD screen from the housing and remove it fully from the device.
Now you will be able to replace any parts on your Motorola Droid 4. Simply replace the damaged parts with the new ones and reverse the order to put your phone back together again.

Thanks for an outstandingly clear and concise guide.
Newb observation: The re-assembly instructions are very brief. For instance, there's no mention of how the use the adhesive strips in the "Tools Required" list. The presence of those strips in the tools lists implies to me that you can't reuse the adhesive you heat-softened to separate the touchscreen, but I may be wrong. Maybe the adhesive strips are just for re-fastening the battery, and the adhesive in the touchscreens is supposed to be reused.
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AAAAnd, on follow-up, I followed the link in your signature and read the full Droid 4 take-apart page, which DOES describe how to use the adhesive strips. In re-attaching the touch screen layer to the bezel. In a YouTube video. Excellent.
The truth is out there!

gnoitall said:
Thanks for an outstandingly clear and concise guide.
Newb observation: The re-assembly instructions are very brief. For instance, there's no mention of how the use the adhesive strips in the "Tools Required" list. The presence of those strips in the tools lists implies to me that you can't reuse the adhesive you heat-softened to separate the touchscreen, but I may be wrong. Maybe the adhesive strips are just for re-fastening the battery, and the adhesive in the touchscreens is supposed to be reused.
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AAAAnd, on follow-up, I followed the link in your signature and read the full Droid 4 take-apart page, which DOES describe how to use the adhesive strips. In re-attaching the touch screen layer to the bezel. In a YouTube video. Excellent.
The truth is out there!
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Haha.. glad you found the guide useful and also found our other video for attaching the screen.

wish there was an AMOLED screen to replace this qHD screen

Yeah, this screen does kinda suck.
But it gets the job done, and is easy to see outside. So I can't complain to much.
Sent from my DROID4 using Tapatalk 2

I wana ask is it possible to replace matel bazal from the edge of screen with out providing heat ?

jakson0100 said:
I wana ask is it possible to replace matel bazal from the edge of screen with out providing heat ?
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Its much harder if the adhesive is not warmed first. We would recommend heating.

I'm at figure #5 and the screws are def not Torx T5. Look like T4

"We will now need to remove the two (2) Torx T5 screws holding the slide and keyboard in place."
This is incorrect.
It's definitely a T4.

Glad to see this, just wanted to be sure the Droid 4 front assembly (LCD and digitizer) is not one piece like the RAZR and MAXX.

Are there any AMOLED screens that will work with the Droid 4? I'd be happy to try to swap one out if I could find some parts or used phones.

Not currently. But as soon as we get some you will be able to find them here - Motorola Droid 4 replacement parts

Got ahold of one of these Droid 4 phones, but the "USB" female plug had been pretty much forced and destroyed, and I jacked up the battery. Anyone know where I can find a motherboard for this XT894 and a battery as inexpensively as possible? I got the phone for free, would like to see it work if not too terribly expensive.

repairsuniverse, what's the deal with the battery? I've seen a few ebay auctions where the battery was basically "destroyed" by removing it. Can you provide details on how to either repair or replace this?
Thanks!

640k said:
repairsuniverse, what's the deal with the battery? I've seen a few ebay auctions where the battery was basically "destroyed" by removing it. Can you provide details on how to either repair or replace this?
Thanks!
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Sorry we do not currently have a guide other than this one for this model but when we do we will get it posted and I will send you the link. We should have a video guide ready in a week or 2.

Jackoto said:
AWESOME! Thank you
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Glad you found it useful!

If you get the usb replaced
dasfaust said:
Got ahold of one of these Droid 4 phones, but the "USB" female plug had been pretty much forced and destroyed, and I jacked up the battery. Anyone know where I can find a motherboard for this XT894 and a battery as inexpensively as possible? I got the phone for free, would like to see it work if not too terribly expensive.
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I would really like to know if you can get the usb plug replaced, and if so, how did you replace it? Also, how did you "jack up the battery'? I was under the impression that besides being unremovable, they couldn't be swapped out for a different battery.

I just finished replacing the digitizer on my Droid 4. When I got it completely reassembled, I powered it on and had a severe issue with touch input. The center of the screen responds at random to touch. I disassembled the phone three times to verify if I missed any seatings, but I failed to find any. Could I have possibly received a bad digitizer?
Any response towards this query would be greatly appreciated. I just bought this phone through swappa a month ago (contract is not up until February) and accidentally dropped the phone face down on concrete, shattering the entire screen.

Shattered or not, did the previous screen work? If it did, it must be the new digitizer. I haven't replaced one on the D4 yet but I have on the Milestone. I can remember at least 3 DOA digitizers. Very annoying

SixButtons said:
I just finished replacing the digitizer on my Droid 4. When I got it completely reassembled, I powered it on and had a severe issue with touch input. The center of the screen responds at random to touch. I disassembled the phone three times to verify if I missed any seatings, but I failed to find any. Could I have possibly received a bad digitizer?
Any response towards this query would be greatly appreciated. I just bought this phone through swappa a month ago (contract is not up until February) and accidentally dropped the phone face down on concrete, shattering the entire screen.
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Hi,
We've seen this happen a few times when the correct adhesive strips aren't applied between the LCD screen and the digitizer. If the adhesive is too thin then the touch screen can be too close to the LCD screen and result in this type of issue.
Did you use adhesive strips such as these ones here - Touch screen adhesive atrips

Motorola Atrix HD Screen Replacement & Repair Guide

Motorola Atrix HD Repair Guide
Our take apart repair guide will show you how to disassemble the Motorola Atrix HD quickly and safely. This guide was designed by the Repairs Universe team and can help you replace a cracked or damaged touch screen glass digitizer, and damaged or faulty LCD display screens, as well as other internal faulty parts.
This guide will help you to install the following Motorola Atrix-HD parts:
Motorola Atrix HD LCD Display Screen
Motorola Atrix HD Touch screen digitizer
Tools Required:
T5 Torx Srewdriver
Save open Pry opening Tool
First step is taking out the sim card. This is located on the left side of the device.
Lift up the door and push down on the SIM card and it will release. If you have a micro SD card you will need to remove it.
Now you will need to remove the back plate of the device using the safe open pry tool which you can order from Repairsuniverse.com.
The back plate is held in by adhesive and you will need to be careful when prying the back plate off not to pull out the battery.
Start prying from the bottom of the device and then proceed all around the edges gently.
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Using the T5 Screwdriver you will need to remove 10 screws around the edges of the device.
There are 2 screws which hold the battery terminal which we will remove later.
Once the screws all around the device have been removed, you can start removing the Mid Frame Bezel just like the back battery door in the first step.
Start from the bottom of the device and begin releasing the clips all the way around.
Now that the Mid Frame Bezel has been removed, you can remove the 2 screws holding the battery into the device. There will be a little red grommet piece which indicates where the terminal screws for the battery are located.
You can now remove the screws holding the silver frame in place. There are 10 screws around the edges of the device.
Take the frame out and place to the side.
Now you are ready to remove the LCD and touch screen digitizer. You will need to release the LCD and touch screen digitizer flex cables from the motherboard.
Once the ribbons have been released you may now begin removing the motherboard.
Using a safe open pry tool, begin lifting the motherboard which is held in by minor adhesive.
After the Motherboard has been removed you can move the long touch screen digitizer flex ribbon cable upwards away from the LCD.
You can now remove the LCD just like the motherboard.
We are now ready to take the touch screen digitizer off of the frame and replace with a new touch screen digitizer.
You want to press outwards all around the edges to remove the touch screen digitizer.
Applying heat with a heat gun or hot hair dryer will loosen the adhesive for easier removal if needed.
You can now replace the touch screen digitizer and the LCD.
Notice:
Repairs Universe's guides are for*informational purposes only.

Nice! I hope I never need this.
Sent from my phone.

Same but great to have such detailed instructions.
Sent from my MB886

Thanks for this- just came in handy.

rsiggs said:
Thanks for this- just came in handy.
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You're Very Welcome!

thanks for the nice guide.
I somewhat successfully replaced my digitizer last night. I had to main problems:
a) somehow I created a bunch of streaks on the back of the digitizer trying to clean off a few dust particles. I made things much worse after getting too close to the felt-like border around the digitizer. Damaged the border and had big problems cleaning off the adhesive that got on the screen. I ended up doing an ok job cleaning it up, but have some backlight bleed through where the border was damaged. I'd recommend to be VERY careful in trying to clean off anything on the inside of the glass.
b) I also have a defect on the LCD toward the top of the screen.
the strange thing is that the white spots are (mostly) only visible on a black backround. They are only slightly noticable on full color fields.
the other strange thing is that it appears the white spots are not full pixels - as you can see in the close up.
if this was damage to the LCD, I'd expect that the entire pixel would not work (unless I'm not correctly identifying what a pixel actually is). I'll prob try to disassemble again tonight and at least make sure the flex cable is fully seated. I'm thinking about ordering a replacement LCD display, but a little hesitant unless I can figure out what caused/is causing the problem.
I wonder if anyone has seen something like this before - and if this is likely damage to the LCD or an assembly related issue. any feedback would be appreciated!

LCD Damage
ginhead said:
I wonder if anyone has seen something like this before - and if this is likely damage to the LCD or an assembly related issue. any feedback would be appreciated!
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This is where you applied too much pressure to the LCD screen. Sometimes it works out, others, it is that way for good. I usually see this when the screen has been flexed or hit. If a bright background kills it for you, then go bright. Otherwise you may want to consider replacing the LCD. But considering the amount of money you already invested in the digizer, you might want to save for something else...up to you.

Is there any other type of glue that I can used?

amith12 said:
Is there any other type of glue that I can used?
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I wouldn't use any more glue.
Sent from my MB886 using Tapatalk 4

skeltonh said:
This is where you applied too much pressure to the LCD screen. Sometimes it works out, others, it is that way for good. I usually see this when the screen has been flexed or hit. If a bright background kills it for you, then go bright. Otherwise you may want to consider replacing the LCD. But considering the amount of money you already invested in the digizer, you might want to save for something else...up to you.
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thanks for the reply. guess that happened when trying to detach the LCD from the PCB. bummer.
I think I'm going to end up replacing the screen...I'm not seeing many new phones that have both SD card support and HDMI (or at least MHL) out. Hopefully this thing will have a long life as ROM support grows.

We highly suggest using 3M adhesive as advertised on our site. I'm sure there are other adhesive agents you can use. But in the event you would have to re-open the device, you could run into issues.

repairsuniverse said:
We highly suggest using 3M adhesive as advertised on our site. I'm sure there are other adhesive agents you can use. But in the event you would have to re-open the device, you could run into issues.
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Hi,
I replaced the digitizer but after assembling the whole phone observed that the screen has white glow on the edges. maybe the digitizer was not glued properly to the outer casing. I used 3m tape and applied it evenly though.
However, after using the phone i came to know that it is not reacting to the touch gestures at the top end part. I suppose it is a faulty digitizer. Right ??
I have ordered the replacement and will be doing it again. Any tips to avoid the white edge problem will be appreciated. :good:

aquaticbullet said:
Hi,
I replaced the digitizer but after assembling the whole phone observed that the screen has white glow on the edges. maybe the digitizer was not glued properly to the outer casing. I used 3m tape and applied it evenly though.
However, after using the phone i came to know that it is not reacting to the touch gestures at the top end part. I suppose it is a faulty digitizer. Right ??
I have ordered the replacement and will be doing it again. Any tips to avoid the white edge problem will be appreciated. :good:
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Yep , sounds like a bad Touch Screen.
Now with the white edges . Check to make sure the LCD is adhesive to the touch screen good. Sounds to me like the LCD is showing though the Touch.

Thanks. This worked out for me.

Sony Xperia Z Screen Repair Guide

Does your Sony Xperia Z have a damaged LCD or Touch Screen? With this step-by-step guide you will be able to take apart the Sony Xperia Z and replace the desired external or internal components. Whether you need to restore a cracked touch screen, or replace a important internal part, the guide will help you disassemble the device in order to make the applicable repair.
This guide will help install the following Sony Xperia Z parts:
Sony Xperia Z LCD + Touch Screen Assembly Replacement
Other Internal Components
Required Tools:
Safe Open Pry Tool
Spudger Tool
Small Phillips Screwdriver
Small Flathead Screwdriver
Suction Cup Tool
Adhesive Strips
Tweezers
Heat Gun/Blow Dryer
Sony Xperia Z Tear Down Guide:​
Before getting started with the repair you will need to first totally power down your device.
Begin by using a heat gun (on low) or a blow dryer (on medium) warming the sides and edges of the back cover in order to loosen the adhesive holding the back cover to the device.
Next firmly place a Suction Cup Tool on the back cover near the top right. This will help with removing the back cover, along with using a safe open pry tool. While pulling on the suction cup run the pry tool along the edges loosening the adhesive until you are able to remove the back cover. Additional heating may be required.
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Following the removal of the back cover the internal components are exposed. First you will need to release the battery connection (highlighted in red below in figure 2.1) and the flex cable it is attached to.
The battery itself is held in place with strong adhesive, it is important to note the yellow and blue highlighted areas in the figure (2.1) below. These areas show where the flex cables (in yellow) and the adhesive (in blue) are located underneath the battery. Be sure to avoid prying where the flex cables are positioned, and use a Spudger tool to remove the battery from the adhesive.
After the battery is removed you will release a few flex cables (4) as well as a plastic spacer (highlighted in green below in figure 2.2)
Next, using the Spudger tool remove the vibrate motor (highlighted in purple) located at the bottom right of the device.
Then you will unscrew the four (4) Small Phillips screws (highlighted in red in figure 2.2) using a Small Phillips screwdriver. Once the screws are unscrewed, release the housing (in purple) on the top right side of the unit using your pry tool.
Now we will continue to remove some more of the smaller components.
(Figure 3.1) Remove the main camera which is covered with copper tape. Release the tape and pop connector to remove the camera.
(Figure 3.2) Remove the front camera by releasing the pop connector.
(Figure 3.3) Remove the sim card. Using tweezers will most effectively help release the sim card tray.
(Figure 3.4) Remove the motherboard. Be careful not to tear or rip any of the loose released connections while removing the motherboard.
(Figure 4.1) Using a Small Flathead screwdriver remove the ear speaker.
(Figure 4.2) Remove the headphone jack and sensor flex cable with your pry tool.
(Figure 4.3) Also with the pry tool, release the small plastic cover located at bottom right of the device. Cautiously release this part because it is attached to the antenna flex cable.
(Figure 4.4) To release the antenna flex cable release the circuit board it is attached to. With the pry tool release the circuit board from the clips in the housing.
Use your pry tool to complete these tasks.
(Figure 5.1) Release the lower flex cable.
(Figure 5.2) Release the final circuit board (for the antenna).
(Figure 5.3) Release the side button flex cable with mic. Begin at the lower left corner and work your way up. Be very careful during this step as the flex cable is very delicate.
(Figure 5.4) Remove the metal bracket which holds the button housing. Next remove the side button flex cable by separating it from the adhesive.
The following step will be to remove the screen from the front housing.
(Figure 6.1) Once again use a heat gun (on low) or a blow dryer (on medium) and heat the corners and sides of the screen assembly for about 45 - 60 seconds.
(Figure 6.2) Removing the screen assembly can be difficult with this device. After the adhesive has been warmed use your pry tool to begin removing the screen. The easiest place to start is at the top of the device where you can pry between the speaker hole and the camera hole. Because the adhesive is so strong the glass screen will most likely crack during this process.
Switch to your Spudger tool in order to gain more leverage underneath the screen. Also apply more heat if needed.
(Figure 6.3) Continue to pry underneath the adhesive and work your way around until you can release the touch screen and LCD combination screen.
(Figure 6.4) Remove the final flex cable from the housing.
Lastly, install the new parts while discarding the damaged parts and simply reverse these steps in order to reassemble your device.
RepairsUniverse's Repair Guides are for informational and instructional purposes only. Perform this repair at your own risk.

Maybe say something about how to reattain waterproof after you've opened up the phone...

How do you go about reassembling the phone's adhesive edges?

Are the adhesives at the back plate reusable?
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alexpraga said:
Are the adhesives at the back plate reusable?
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No. Unfortunately, you will need new adhesive strips.

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No. Unfortunately, you will need new adhesive strips.
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Will be attempting this repair very soon. Will 2mm 3M Double Sided Adhesive tape suffice for replacing these strips?

Hi, is possible remove screen without destroy it?After fall, i have broken frame.Screen and everything other is ok.

SCSweeps said:
How do you go about reassembling the phone's adhesive edges?
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alexpraga said:
Are the adhesives at the back plate reusable?
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airbus318 said:
Will be attempting this repair very soon. Will 2mm 3M Double Sided Adhesive tape suffice for replacing these strips?
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Unfortunately NO. None of the adhesive strips would be re-usable. In fact, Don't try re-using them as well or use any other double tapes if you expect your phone to be further waterproof. The best solution is to find the original adhesive tape which are specifically disigned for Xperia Z. you can fine both front and back pre-cut adhesive tape from ebay. just search for "xperia z Adhesive"
Good luck.
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Looking at replacing my screen as I've managed to put a crack into it.
Anyone know what parts exactly are required in the replacement and guide me in the right place to source them?

drowninflame said:
Looking at replacing my screen as I've managed to put a crack into it.
Anyone know what parts exactly are required in the replacement and guide me in the right place to source them?
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You have cracked the "touch screen digitizer", but you will want to replace that along with the LCD screen. Both parts need to be replaced because they come fused together and are EXTREMELY difficult to separate. You can purchase a combination screen (touch screen + LCD) at RepairsUniverse (dot) com.

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You have cracked the "touch screen digitizer", but you will want to replace that along with the LCD screen. Both parts need to be replaced because they come fused together and are EXTREMELY difficult to separate. You can purchase a combination screen (touch screen + LCD) at RepairsUniverse (dot) com.
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Very Helpfullllll. Thanx.

Applying Adhesive strips
Hey if I have the Adhesive strips, how can i use it to close the housing ?? I mean should I place the adhesive properly in its place, heat it, place the cover and let it cool down or what is the right way to do it ?

Hi is it possible to replace the flex cable of the screen? I damaged it while removing the battery (yes, the one that you said take care not to damage lol) If yes then could you kindly tell me where can I get a replacement part? I think there must be some lying around when users replaced their damaged screen!
Thanks!

kwongwt said:
Hi is it possible to replace the flex cable of the screen? I damaged it while removing the battery (yes, the one that you said take care not to damage lol) If yes then could you kindly tell me where can I get a replacement part? I think there must be some lying around when users replaced their damaged screen!
Thanks!
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Good question. Unfortunately we don't yet carry the part you mentioned. Our best advice would be to continue searching the web, perhaps someone with a broken Xperia Z could sell you the part? Best of luck

Wow, it sure is nice to have someone as knowledgeable as you around! My question is: can a sony certified repair shop know if I repaired the phone myself if I do it with sony material (Screen/adhesive tape)? In other words: will I loose warranty?

Can you tell me if this method works for the Z ultra?

Coirpre said:
Wow, it sure is nice to have someone as knowledgeable as you around! My question is: can a sony certified repair shop know if I repaired the phone myself if I do it with sony material (Screen/adhesive tape)? In other words: will I loose warranty?
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Yes, u will lose ur warranty. First, u can't buy official Sony parts and change it by urself, only replacement parts. And second, with this method u will lose waterproof. U will also need new adhesive for the loudspeaker.
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EVO'D_OUT said:
Can you tell me if this method works for the Z ultra?
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Yes, this guide will work for the Ultra as well.

hi,
I broke the back coverv of my Xperia z and the network reception very, very bad now. can you tell me how to fix it? where is the antenna located?

Hi Guy,
I would like to ask it is possible to replace the highlighted parts without open the phone?
This part was broken into two parts when I try to make it out with pry tool..lol

How to Fix a Google Nexus 5 | Screen Replacement Repair Guide

This LG Google Nexus 5 Repair Guide will show you the best method on how to safely tear down your Nexus 5 for a repair. This Nexus 5 disassembly tutorial will teach you how to replace the LCD & Touch Screen Digitizer or other internal parts. Each picture you see below will walk you through each step to safely take apart your Nexus 5 and install your replacement parts. Don`t over jump or guess on anything you are repairing. If you have any questions please post them below. So lets get started.
The following repair guide will help you replace a Google Nexus 5 LCD + Touch Screen Digitizer or other internal components.
You will need the follow tools to perform this Nexus 5 repair.
Small Phillips Screwdriver
Safe Open Pry Tool
How to Fix a Google Nexus 5 (Step-by-Step Guide)
Make sure to turn off the device and remove the sim and sd card. Always do this before performing a repair.
Figures 1.1 and 1.2: Take your pry tool and remove the back cover. Start on the bottom right to get started and pry the back cover off.
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Figure 2.1: In the figure below you will see 10 Small Phillips screws circled in RED. Use your phillips screw driver to remove the screws. After you have removed them place them in a safe spot, Maybe a bowl or bag so you are not to lose theses screws.
Figures 3.1 and 3.2: Use your pry tool to lift up the back housing from the phone. There is two back covers. The top one can be removed by starting at the audio jack. For the bottom start right at the middle of the bottom of the phone. This will allow yourself to remove the back covers without breaking a cable.
Once your back covers are removed you will then need to remove the Five (5) flex cables from their pop connections. You can see these highlighted in yellow below. When removing them from their connection, take your safe pry tool to pop them up. If you find that its hard or not coming up. Do not force it to come up. Take a sec and see why. Maybe there is tape in the way. A phone is a puzzle find the right spots for each part.
You will have two antenna cables shown in red. Use your pry tool to release theses from their socket. Using your pry tool you will notice that the antenna cables are in place tightly. This is to allow for great connection to allow you to get data or wifi. When you are removing them go from the edge of the cable and not under the cable connection.
Figure 5.1 Will show you how to lift the top motherboard out. Take your pry tool and go from top. Wedge your tool in the top as you pry back the motherboard. You will notice how the motherboard can slide out when you start to pry it. Be mindful of the flex cables around the board. You do not want to rip or pull one of theses cables out.
Figure 5.2 You will now be removing the dock port flex assembly. Take your time as not to rip the cables. Take your pry tool and slide it from the bottom around the flex. You will see that once it starts to come up, it goes easy from there.
Figure 5.3 Now you can remove the battery with ease. There is a small amount of adhesive holding the battery in place. Use your pry tool and wedge it in the bottom of the battery. As you pry back you will feel the battery give way so it can be removed.
Figure 5.4 Take your pry tool as release the back facing camera with your pry tool. Do not rip the flex cable out. You will need to take your time as the adhesive is strong here.
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You have now taken apart your Google Nexus 5 and are able to install your replacement screen or other parts as necessary.
Notice: This repair guide is for learning purposes only and you should perform this repair at your own risk.

I'd suggest iFixit for high quality photos of the teardown process. http://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/Nexus+5+Teardown/19016 :good:

I tried taking my back cover off to fix the loose power button, but i could not get one of the clips to come undone. It's the one right below the volume rocker and no matter what i tried i couldn't get it. I actually dented the plastic side and cover trying to pry it off. Nobody else seems to have this problem, is there some special trick to get that one undone? All the other clips came out no problem. It's really bugging me

Spunky_Monkey said:
I tried taking my back cover off to fix the loose power button, but i could not get one of the clips to come undone. It's the one right below the volume rocker and no matter what i tried i couldn't get it. I actually dented the plastic side and cover trying to pry it off. Nobody else seems to have this problem, is there some special trick to get that one undone? All the other clips came out no problem. It's really bugging me
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Same issue w/mine. Hmm...

Spunky_Monkey said:
I tried taking my back cover off to fix the loose power button, but i could not get one of the clips to come undone. It's the one right below the volume rocker and no matter what i tried i couldn't get it. I actually dented the plastic side and cover trying to pry it off. Nobody else seems to have this problem, is there some special trick to get that one undone? All the other clips came out no problem. It's really bugging me
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Kwongger said:
Same issue w/mine. Hmm...
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Sorry you guys haven some problems. What are you using to pry the back cover off?

I tried using multiple safe open pry tools and the guitar pick thing. Nothing worked, it just won't release. Even tried pushing inwards on the clip with no luck

repairsuniverse said:
Sorry you guys haven some problems. What are you using to pry the back cover off?
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I have used 3 different case opening tools. Small, medium-ish, and a Pick type one. All to no avail.

The leaked service manual indicates to remove the SIM tray, and use that as your starting point, moving UP and around the corner, then over the top, around the other corner, down the opposing side, around the bottom corners, and finishing at back at the SIM tray opening.

Kwongger said:
I have used 3 different case opening tools. Small, medium-ish, and a Pick type one. All to no avail.
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wideasleep1 said:
The leaked service manual indicates to remove the SIM tray, and use that as your starting point, moving UP and around the corner, then over the top, around the other corner, down the opposing side, around the bottom corners, and finishing at back at the SIM tray opening.
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Kwongger, Can you upload a picture of the tool(s) you are using to open the back cover?
Wideasleep , You can do this. Just be mindful as you can damage the sim tray.

repairsuniverse said:
Wideasleep , You can do this. Just be mindful as you can damage the sim tray.
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That advice applies regardless. There is a reason LG suggests this method in its service manual ( I assume a 'soft point' of attachment) and I reported it in hopes of helping those having difficulty in the volume button area. LG says approach from the top.
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great guide
I broke my last note n7000 screen twice..
i hope i am not with my new nex 5... or will fix it by self.

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meethere said:
great guide
I broke my last note n7000 screen twice..
i hope i am not with my new nex 5... or will fix it by self.
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Thanks!

caribouxda said:
No video, no fun.
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We also have a video of this guide available on our site (link found in our signature).

Thanks for the guide. I probably going to need it as i smashed 2 of my previos phones screen :laugh:

benvaj said:
Thanks for the guide. I probably going to need it as i smashed 2 of my previos phones screen :laugh:
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No problem, hope it helps!

very helpful thanks

colander said:
very helpful thanks
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Glad you liked it. It is a bummer if you break your phone. Hope this helps and makes the repair easy as it can be to get your phone up and running.:laugh:

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Glad you liked it. It is a bummer if you break your phone. Hope this helps and makes the repair easy as it can be to get your phone up and running.:laugh:
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So, I may have missed it but where might one purchase new glass for the nexus 5? Mine shattered after being in my pocket while I was playing air hockey... No blunt force whatsoever but I'm guessing all the movement and the pressure of my jeans against the glass flexed it enough to shatter...?? So disappointing. Google said that they would replace the phone however if, upon detailed inspection of my broken screen, they determine it was customer induced, they will charge me in full for another phone. They also told me that they do not repair these phones, so just paying for the repair fees is not an option, at least only through Google. I haven't tried contacting LG yet. Suggestions??

I need a new back cover. How do I go about ordering one?