iPhone 13 mini Pentalobe Screws Replacement
Employ this instructional document to detach or substitute the pair of fasteners holding the iPhone 13 mini display panel in place.These two screws represent the sole exterior fasteners for the iPhone.Apple utilizes a distinctive five-point head design for these screws, necessitating a specialized P2 pentalobe driver for their disassembly.Successful removal demands the use of a P2 pentalobe driver, specifically designed to interface with the screws’ unique geometry.The display panel is affixed by two screws, which are the only external fasteners on the device.
Step 1 | Remove the screws
To ensure personal safety, the battery must be discharged to a state below 25% capacity prior to commencing phone disassembly, minimizing the potential for hazardous overheating should accidental battery damage occur during the repair process; exercise caution if the battery exhibits swelling.
- Deactivate the iPhone's power supply before initiating the disassembly procedure.
- Using an appropriate tool, extract the pair of 6.8 mm-length pentalobe P2 screws located on the iPhone's lower edge.
- Separating the iPhone's display assembly will irreversibly damage its water resistance; therefore, acquire replacement sealing components beforehand, or meticulously prevent moisture ingress if the device is reassembled without seal replacement.