iPhone 13 screen repairment Replacement

Step 1

Switching off your IPhone 13

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• To initiate, press and hold both the side and volume down keys concurrently for a brief moment. Then, swipe across the displayed slider from left to right to proceed.

Step 2

Unscrewing The Case

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• First, loosen the two Pentalobe screws located on either side of the Lightning connector. Next, securely place them in a designated screw storage for safekeeping.

Step 3

Heating up the edges of the screen

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• Use a hot air device to evenly heat the edge of the screen.

Step 4

Lifting Up The Screen

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• Affix a suction cup to the bottom edge of the screen, then pull it upwards firmly to create a slender gap between the screen and the casing. Insert a flat, sturdy tool into the gap to widen it further.

Step 5

Detaching The Screen

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• Glide the plastic tool once around the perimeter of the screen, simultaneously applying upward pressure to disengage its hooked lugs from the casing. Once the screen is fully detached, cautiously pivot it towards the volume buttons and prop it against a sturdy surface for support.

Step 6

Removing The Cover Plates

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• First, remove the six screws securing the two cover plates and store them in your screw storage. Then, delicately extract the plates from your device using a pair of tweezers.

Step 7

Disconnecting The Battery

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• First, remove the six screws securing the two cover plates and store them in your screw storage. Then, delicately extract the plates from your device using a pair of tweezers.

Step 8

Disconnecting The Screen

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• Gently disconnect the two screen connectors from the logic board using a spudger. Once detached, set the fully removed screen aside.

Step 9

Removing The Sensor Cables Cover Plate

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• Remove the three Y-type screws securing the cover plate above the sensor cable. Set the loosened cover plate aside for safekeeping.

Step 10

Detaching The Sensor Cable

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• Apply heat to the adhesive securing the sensor cable using a hot air gun. Slide a flat tool beneath the cable to detach it from the screen unit. Carefully pry the sensors integrated on the cable out of their guides.

Step 11

Preparing The New Screen

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• Before installation, ensure your replacement screen is ready by peeling off all protective films from the inside. For added protection against scratches, it's advisable to leave the film covering the screen glass intact until the repair process is complete.

Step 12

Attaching The Sensor Cable

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• Position the sensor cable precisely over the new screen unit and gently reinsert the sensors into their respective guides. Next, firmly press down on the cable to ensure a snug fit. The adhesive residue on its back should provide ample strength for secure reattachment.

Step 13

Installing The Sensor Cables Cover Plate

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• Position the cover plate accurately over the sensor cable. Secure the plate in place using the three Y-type screws.

Step 14

Installing a New Adhesive Frame

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• Warm the adhesive frame with heat and gradually peel it off using tweezers. Once removed, discard the carrier film and affix the adhesive frame onto the edge of the case. Subsequently, peel off the protective film from the upper side of the adhesive frame.

Step 15

Connecting The Screen

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• Prop the screen securely against a stable surface to facilitate connection. Sequentially, delicately press each of the two screen connectors onto the logic board. Ensure you hear and feel a satisfying click as they firmly seat into position.

Step 16

Connecting The Battery

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• Gently but firmly press the connector onto the logic board until you hear and feel it audibly click into place.

Step 17

Testing The New Screen

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• Gently fold the screen around, but refrain from pressing it into the case just yet. Power on your iPhone and swipe an app across the screen to verify proper touch functionality throughout. If any issues arise, double-check that all components are correctly installed and securely attached.

Step 18

Installing The Cover Plates

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• Align the two cover plates over the connectors, utilizing the screw holes to aid in precise positioning. Secure the cover plates in position by fastening the screws. Use tweezers to hold them firmly in place to prevent any shifting during the process.

Step 19

Installing The Display

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• If you've installed a new adhesive frame, remove any remaining protective film at this stage. Carefully flip the screen and firmly press it into the case frame to ensure even alignment. Listen for and feel the reassuring click as it settles into position. To ensure proper bonding, gently apply heat to the edge of the screen using hot air.

Step 20

Screwing The Screen Tight

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• Secure the screen by reattaching the two rear case screws.