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iPhone 14 Screen Replacement

If your iPhone 14 screen is cracked, not...

Apple iPhone 14 Moderate 45 minutes - 1 hour Guide 152975

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Guide overview

Before you begin

If your iPhone 14 screen is cracked, not responding to touch, or not showing a picture when your phone is powered on, use this guide to restore your iPhone to working order with a new screen, a.k.a. display assembly. This guide was created using the A2882 (international) model. If you're fixing a different iPhone 14 model, there may be some visual discrepancies, but the procedure should be the same. Note: On iOS 17.6 and earlier, True Tone and auto brightness functionality is disabled after a screen replacement, even when using an original Apple screen. Face ID is also disabled, unless the iPhone is running iOS 15.2 or newer. On the latest iOS version, you can calibrate your new screen using Apple's Repair Assistant to restore True Tone functionality. This may happen automatically. You’ll need replacement adhesive to reattach the screen when reassembling the device. Your device will function normally, but will most likely lose its IP (Ingress Protection) rating.

Step 1

Remove the pentalobe screws

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP P2 Pentalobe Screwdriver iPhone Referenced by the iFixit guide

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Tri-point Y000 Screwdriver Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Power off your iPhone before beginning disassembly.
Use a P2 pentalobe screwdriver to remove the two 6.8 mm‑long screws on either side of the charging port.

Step 2

Mark your opening picks

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP iFixit Opening Picks (Set of 6) Referenced by the iFixit guide

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Spudger Referenced by the iFixit guide

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If inserted too far, an opening pick can damage your device. Follow this step to mark your pick and prevent damage.
Measure 3 mm from the tip and mark the opening pick with a permanent marker.
You can also mark the other corners of the pick with different measurements.
Alternatively, tape a coin to a pick 3 mm from the tip.

Step 3

Tape over any cracks

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Safety Glasses Referenced by the iFixit guide

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Suction Handle Referenced by the iFixit guide

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If your iPhone has a cracked screen, keep further breakage contained and prevent bodily harm during your repair by taping over the glass.
Lay overlapping strips of clear packing tape over the iPhone's screen until the whole face is covered.
Wear safety glasses to protect your eyes from any glass shaken free during the repair.
If you can't get the suction cup to stick in the next few steps, fold a strong piece of tape (such as duct tape) into a handle and lift the screen with that instead.
If all else fails, you can superglue the suction cup to the screen.

Step 4

Screen information

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP iFixit Opening Picks (Set of 6) Referenced by the iFixit guide

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Spudger Referenced by the iFixit guide

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For easier screen removal in the next steps, note the following:
There's a plastic bezel on the underside of the screen. Your opening pick will go underneath this bezel.
There's a seam between the plastic bezel and the display panel. Don't insert your pick here or you'll separate the two.
Sometimes the display panel separates from the bezel before you even get a chance to insert a pick. This may be unavoidable depending on the condition of the adhesive.

Step 5

Heat the bottom edge

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Heat Gun Referenced by the iFixit guide

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP iFixit Opening Picks (Set of 6) Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Use a hair dryer or heat gun to heat the bottom half of the screen until it’s slightly too hot to touch. This softens the adhesive securing it.
Improper use of a heat gun can destroy the display and/or battery—review this guide for instructions. To prevent screen damage, keep your heat source moving rather than focused on one spot.
For tips on using a hair dryer to soften adhesive, check out this guide.

Step 6

Insert an opening pick

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Suction Handle Referenced by the iFixit guide

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP iFixit Opening Picks (Set of 6) Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Apply a suction handle near the bottom edge of the screen.
Pull up on the suction handle with firm, constant pressure to create a slight gap under the screen.
The adhesive holding the screen in place is very strong. If you're having a hard time, apply more heat, and gently rock the screen up and down to weaken the adhesive until you create enough of a gap to insert your tool.
Pull up on the suction cup with firm, constant pressure to create a slight gap between the screen and the frame.
Insert an opening pick beneath the screen and its plastic bezel.
Make sure to insert the opening pick under the thick plastic bezel to avoid damaging your screen. You should see a visual gap, and the pick shouldn't catch on anything. If you can't see the gap, you'll need to pull the screen up more.
If you can't create a gap, apply more heat to the edge and try again.

Step 7

Separate the bottom edge adhesive

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP iFixit Opening Picks (Set of 6) Referenced by the iFixit guide

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Spudger Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Don't insert your opening pick deeper than 3 mm along the bottom edge.
Slide your pick back and forth along the bottom edge to separate the adhesive.
Leave your pick inserted in the bottom right corner to prevent the adhesive from re-sealing.

Step 8

Heat the right edge

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PART USED ON THIS STEP iPhone 14 Screen Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Heat the right edge of the iPhone (the edge with the power button) until the screen is slightly too hot to touch.

Step 9

Separate the right adhesive

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP iFixit Opening Picks (Set of 6) Referenced by the iFixit guide

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Spudger Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Slide the opening pick around the bottom right corner of the iPhone to separate its adhesive.
Continue sliding up the right edge of the iPhone until you reach the top right corner.
Don't insert your pick more than 3 mm, as you may damage internal components.
Leave the pick in the top right corner before continuing.

Step 10

Heat the top edge

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PART USED ON THIS STEP iPhone 14 Screen Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Heat the top edge of the iPhone until the screen is slightly too hot to touch.

Step 11

Separate the top adhesive

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP iFixit Opening Picks (Set of 6) Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Don't insert your pick deeper than 3 mm along the top edge.
Slide your pick around the top right corner and along the top edge to release the two clips and adhesive securing it.

Step 12

Heat the left edge

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PART USED ON THIS STEP iPhone 14 Screen Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Heat the left edge of the iPhone until the screen is slightly too hot to touch.

Step 13

Separate the left adhesive

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PART USED ON THIS STEP iPhone 14 Screen Referenced by the iFixit guide

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Spudger Referenced by the iFixit guide

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There are delicate cables along the left edge of your iPhone. Don't insert your pick deeper than 2 mm here, as you may damage the cables.
Rotate your pick around the top left corner of the screen.
Slide your pick to the bottom left corner of the screen to separate the adhesive.
If you're having trouble separating the adhesive, reheat the left edge.

Step 14

Open the iPhone

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Suction Handle Referenced by the iFixit guide

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PART USED ON THIS STEP iPhone 14 Screen Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Remove your suction handle from the screen.
Rotate your iPhone so the right edge faces you.
Open your iPhone by swinging the screen up from the right side, like the front cover of a book.
Lean the screen against something to keep it propped up while you're working on the phone.
If you don't have anything at hand to lean the screen against, your suction handle can do the trick.
During reassembly, lay the screen in position, align the clips along the top edge, and carefully press the top edge into place before snapping the rest of the screen down. If it doesn't click easily into place, check the condition of the clips around the perimeter of the screen and make sure they aren't bent.

Step 15

Unfasten the display connector bracket screw

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PART USED ON THIS STEP iPhone 14 Screen Referenced by the iFixit guide

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP P2 Pentalobe Screwdriver iPhone Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Use a Y000 screwdriver to remove the 0.9 mm-long screw securing the display connector bracket.
Throughout this repair, keep track of each screw and make sure it goes back exactly where it came from to avoid damaging your iPhone.
During reassembly, this is a good point to power on your iPhone and test all functions before you seal the screen in place. Be sure to power your iPhone back down completely before you continue working.

Step 16

Remove the display connector bracket

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Tweezers Referenced by the iFixit guide

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP P2 Pentalobe Screwdriver iPhone Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Grasp the screw hole end of the connector bracket with a pair of tweezers.
Lift the bracket slightly to loosen the latch on the other edge.
Remove the display connector bracket.
During reassembly, make sure the bracket latches properly.

Step 17

Disconnect the display connector

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Spudger Referenced by the iFixit guide

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Tweezers Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Use the pointed end of a spudger to disconnect the display cable by prying the connector straight up from its socket.
To re-attach press connectors like this one, carefully align and press down on one side until it clicks into place, then repeat on the other side. Do not press down on the middle. If the connector is misaligned, the pins can bend, causing permanent damage.

Step 18

Unfasten the front sensor connector bracket

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP P2 Pentalobe Screwdriver iPhone Referenced by the iFixit guide

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Tri-point Y000 Screwdriver Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Use a Y000 screwdriver to remove the 0.9 mm-long screw securing the front sensor connector bracket.

Step 19

Remove the front sensor connector bracket

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Tweezers Referenced by the iFixit guide

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP P2 Pentalobe Screwdriver iPhone Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Grasp the screw hole end of the connector bracket with a pair of tweezers.
Lift the bracket slightly to loosen the latch on the other edge.
Remove the front sensor connector bracket.
During reassembly, make sure the bracket latches properly.

Step 20

Disconnect the front sensor cable

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Spudger Referenced by the iFixit guide

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Tweezers Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Use the pointed end of a spudger to disconnect the front sensor cable by prying the connector straight up from its socket.

Step 21

Remove the screen

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP iFixit Opening Picks (Set of 6) Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Remove the screen.
Apply new adhesive where it's necessary after cleaning the relevant areas with isopropyl alcohol (>90%).
During reassembly, pause here if you wish to replace the screen adhesives.

Step 22

Front sensors information

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The front sensor assembly is located behind the screen, directly beneath the cut‑out for the Face ID sensors.
Check if the replacement screen comes with one installed. If it does, skip the rest of these steps.

Step 23

Unfasten the front sensor bracket

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP P2 Pentalobe Screwdriver iPhone Referenced by the iFixit guide

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Tri-point Y000 Screwdriver Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Use a Y000 screwdriver to remove the two 1.4 mm-long screws securing the sensor assembly bracket.

Step 24

Remove the front sensor bracket

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Tweezers Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Use tweezers, or your fingers, to remove the front sensor assembly bracket.

Step 25

Heat the front sensor assembly

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Heat Gun Referenced by the iFixit guide

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP iOpener Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Heat an iOpener and apply it to the top edge of the screen for two minutes.
A hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate may also be used, but be careful not to overheat the phone—the display is susceptible to heat damage.

Step 26

Disconnect the ambient light sensor

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP iFixit Opening Picks (Set of 6) Referenced by the iFixit guide

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Spudger Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Insert an opening pick between the ambient light sensor and its recess in the screen.
Pry up with the pick to separate the ambient light sensor from the screen.

Step 27

Disconnect the proximity sensor

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP iFixit Opening Picks (Set of 6) Referenced by the iFixit guide

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Spudger Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Insert an opening pick between the proximity sensor and its recess on the screen.
Pry up with the pick to separate the proximity sensor from the screen.

Step 28

Reposition the proximity sensor

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Tweezers Referenced by the iFixit guide

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Spudger Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Use tweezers, or your fingers, to move the proximity sensor cable away from the screen.

Step 29

Disconnect the microphone

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP iFixit Opening Picks (Set of 6) Referenced by the iFixit guide

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Spudger Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Insert an opening pick under the microphone cable, close to the microphone (the metal rectangle).
Slide the opening pick around the perimeter of the microphone to separate its adhesive.

Step 30

Remove the front sensor assembly

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP iOpener Referenced by the iFixit guide

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP iFixit Opening Picks (Set of 6) Referenced by the iFixit guide

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At this point, the adhesive may have cooled down. If so, apply a heated iOpener to the assembly for one minute before continuing.
Insert an opening pick under the left side of the front sensor assembly.
Slide the pick under the assembly to separate it from the frame.

Step 31

Repair step

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Remove the front sensor assembly.