iPhone 17 Pro Max Pentalobe Screws Removal (Back Glass)

This includes safety precautions, cracked glass...

Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max Moderate No estimate Guide 197813

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Guide overview

Before you begin

This includes safety precautions, cracked glass information, and pentalobe screw removal

Step 1

Safety precautions

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Let your iPhone's battery drain below 25% before starting this repair—a charged lithium‑ion battery may catch fire if damaged.
Unplug all cables from your phone.
Hold the power and either volume button and slide to power off your phone.

Step 2

Cracked glass preparation

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Glass shards can complicate disassembly—or worse, cause injury. If your phone is cracked, follow this step.
Apply strips of packing tape to the cracked glass until it's completely covered—this will help keep the glass contained and allow the suction cup to stick.
Make sure there's a single strip of tape (not overlapping) across the bottom edge, big enough for a suction cup to fit on.
Only cover the glass itself—don't stick any tape to the frame.
Consider wearing safety glasses to protect your eyes from any glass shaken free during the repair.

Step 3

Remove the pentalobe screws

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Use a P2 pentalobe screwdriver to remove the two 7.5 mm‑long screws on either side of the charging port.