iPhone 16 Pro Max Earpiece Speaker Removal

Removal steps for the earpiece speaker in the...

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max Moderate 1 - 2 hours Guide 181175

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Guide overview

Before you begin

Removal steps for the earpiece speaker in the iPhone 16 Pro Max.

Step 1

Remove the earpiece speaker

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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 point of a spudger to pry up and disconnect the earpiece speaker connector.

Step 2

Repair step

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Phillips #000 Screwdriver Referenced by the iFixit guide

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Standoff Screwdriver for iPhones Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Remove the six screws securing the earpiece speaker:
One 2.4 mm‑long Phillips screw
Three 1.3 mm‑long Phillips screws
One 1.6 mm‑long Phillips screw
One 3.3 mm‑long standoff screw
Standoff screws are best removed using a dedicated standoff driver or driver bit. In a pinch, a small flathead screwdriver will do the job—but use extra caution to ensure it doesn't slip and damage surrounding components.

Step 3

Repair step

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Tweezers Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Use tweezers to lift and remove the earpiece speaker.
You may feel some resistance near the top edge, where the speaker gasket seals against the frame. Pull the speaker out gently to release the seal.