iPhone 8 SIM Card Replacement

This guide shows how to remove the SIM card...

Apple iPhone 8 Easy 15 seconds - 1 minute Guide 111174

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Guide overview

Before you begin

This guide shows how to remove the SIM card tray to replace the network SIM card for the iPhone 8.

Step 1

Remove the SIM card

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP SIM Card Eject Tool Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Insert a SIM card eject tool, bit, or a straightened paperclip into the small hole in the SIM card tray.
Press to eject the tray.
This may require a significant amount of force. However, ensure the eject tool is properly aligned beforehand as to not damage the eject mechanism inside the phone.

Step 2

Repair step

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PART USED ON THIS STEP iPhone 8 SIM Card Tray Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Remove the SIM card tray from the iPhone.
The SIM card will fall out of the tray easily.
When reinserting the SIM card, ensure that it is in the proper orientation relative to the tray.
A thin rubber gasket around the SIM card tray provides water and dust protection. If this gasket is damaged or missing, replace the gasket or the entire SIM card tray to protect your iPhone's internal components.