iPhone 6 Plus LCD and Digitizer Replacement
Employing our repair kit simplifies the process of replacing your iPhone’s complete display assembly, allowing you to utilize this condensed instruction set.
- Experienced technicians can utilize this guide to substitute the iPhone’s LCD and digitizer assembly, commonly referred to as the front panel.
- Before installation, carefully move the front-facing camera, earpiece speaker, LCD shield plate, and home button assembly from the old screen to the replacement screen.
To ensure Touch ID functionality after replacing the screen/display, the existing home button must be carefully moved to the replacement display assembly.
Step 1 | Pentalobe Screws
To prevent a fire hazard or explosion risk from a potentially damaged lithium-ion battery, ensure its charge level is less than 25% prior to beginning any disassembly procedures on your iPhone.
To prevent electrical shock or damage, ensure the iPhone is completely de-energized prior to starting the repair process.
Using a Pentalobe screwdriver, detach the two screws measuring 3.6 mm located adjacent to the Lightning connector.
To prevent electrical shock or damage, ensure the iPhone is completely de-energized prior to starting the repair process.
Using a Pentalobe screwdriver, detach the two screws measuring 3.6 mm located adjacent to the Lightning connector.
Step 2 | Taping Over The Display
To avoid injury and contain shattered fragments while you work, secure the cracked display glass with tape.
Completely cover the iPhone's screen with multiple layers of transparent packing tape, ensuring the entire display surface is protected.
To prevent glass fragments from scattering and maintain stability during the display separation process, this technique is essential.
To safeguard your eyes from potential glass fragments that may become dislodged during the repair process, always use safety glasses.
Should suction cup adhesion prove problematic due to shattered glass in subsequent procedures, a robust tape—like duct tape—can be fashioned into a lifting handle to maneuver the display.
Completely cover the iPhone's screen with multiple layers of transparent packing tape, ensuring the entire display surface is protected.
To prevent glass fragments from scattering and maintain stability during the display separation process, this technique is essential.
To safeguard your eyes from potential glass fragments that may become dislodged during the repair process, always use safety glasses.
Should suction cup adhesion prove problematic due to shattered glass in subsequent procedures, a robust tape—like duct tape—can be fashioned into a lifting handle to maneuver the display.
Step 3 | Anti-Clamp instructions
For those utilizing the Anti-Clamp tool, the following two steps detail its use to simplify the opening process; otherwise, proceed directly to the instructions three steps further down for an alternative approach.
Refer to the included guide for detailed procedures regarding Anti-Clamp operation.
To release the Anti-Clamp's arms, move the blue handle in a rearward direction.
Position the arms so they extend across the phone's left or right side.
Affix two suction cups, one to the front and one to the rear of the iPhone's lower edge, placing them directly above the home button.
Apply vacuum by pressing the cups firmly against the surface needing treatment.
To improve the Anti-Clamp's grip if the iPhone's exterior feels too slick, apply adhesive tape to the device's surface.
Refer to the included guide for detailed procedures regarding Anti-Clamp operation.
To release the Anti-Clamp's arms, move the blue handle in a rearward direction.
Position the arms so they extend across the phone's left or right side.
Affix two suction cups, one to the front and one to the rear of the iPhone's lower edge, placing them directly above the home button.
Apply vacuum by pressing the cups firmly against the surface needing treatment.
To improve the Anti-Clamp's grip if the iPhone's exterior feels too slick, apply adhesive tape to the device's surface.
Step 4
Moving the blue handle in a forward direction will engage the locking mechanism for the arms.
Rotate the handle fully, completing a 360-degree turn, observing for the initial expansion of the cups.
Maintain parallel positioning of the suction cups; should misalignment occur, gently release the suction cups' hold and reposition the arms.
Once sufficient space is created by the Anti-Clamp, use a separating tool or opening pick to gain access beneath the display.
To ensure adequate separation, reposition the handle by 90 degrees.
Allow the Anti-Clamp device to function and permit several seconds of waiting time between each incremental tightening, limiting each rotation to a maximum of 90 degrees.
Rotate the handle fully, completing a 360-degree turn, observing for the initial expansion of the cups.
Maintain parallel positioning of the suction cups; should misalignment occur, gently release the suction cups' hold and reposition the arms.
Once sufficient space is created by the Anti-Clamp, use a separating tool or opening pick to gain access beneath the display.
To ensure adequate separation, reposition the handle by 90 degrees.
Allow the Anti-Clamp device to function and permit several seconds of waiting time between each incremental tightening, limiting each rotation to a maximum of 90 degrees.
Step 5 | Front Panel Assembly
Carefully employ one suction cup to raise the front panel.
Secure a suction cup to the display surface, positioning it directly over the home button area.
Ensure a leak-proof connection by firmly applying pressure to the cup against the screen's surface.
To facilitate suction cup attachment when a display exhibits severe cracking, apply a sheet of clear packing tape across the damaged area; as an alternative, a robust adhesive tape can be substituted for the suction cup. As a last resort, secure the suction cup directly to the fractured screen using superglue.
Secure a suction cup to the display surface, positioning it directly over the home button area.
Ensure a leak-proof connection by firmly applying pressure to the cup against the screen's surface.
To facilitate suction cup attachment when a display exhibits severe cracking, apply a sheet of clear packing tape across the damaged area; as an alternative, a robust adhesive tape can be substituted for the suction cup. As a last resort, secure the suction cup directly to the fractured screen using superglue.
Step 6
Using a 5/32-inch hex key, carefully tighten the three retaining screws on the motor assembly to a torque of 3.5 inch-pounds, ensuring not to overtighten and potentially damage the threads.
Using one hand to secure the iPhone, lift the suction cup vertically to gently create a small gap between the front panel assembly and the rear case.
Exercise caution and use steady, even pressure when installing the display assembly, as its fit is significantly more snug than typical device components.
Carefully separate the rear case from the display assembly by gently levering it downwards with a plastic opening tool, maintaining upward traction on the display using a suction cup.
To release the front panel assembly from the rear case, carefully detach the multiple retaining clips by employing both the suction cup and plastic opening tool as needed.
Using one hand to secure the iPhone, lift the suction cup vertically to gently create a small gap between the front panel assembly and the rear case.
Exercise caution and use steady, even pressure when installing the display assembly, as its fit is significantly more snug than typical device components.
Carefully separate the rear case from the display assembly by gently levering it downwards with a plastic opening tool, maintaining upward traction on the display using a suction cup.
To release the front panel assembly from the rear case, carefully detach the multiple retaining clips by employing both the suction cup and plastic opening tool as needed.
Step 7
Carefully tighten the M6 x 12mm screw to a torque of 4.5 Nm using a 5mm Allen wrench, ensuring the component remains properly aligned and observing all safety precautions.
To detach the suction cup, depress the plastic projection that maintains the airtight seal.
Detach the display assembly's suction cup.
To detach the suction cup, depress the plastic projection that maintains the airtight seal.
Detach the display assembly's suction cup.
Step 8
Using a 5/32-inch hex key, carefully tighten the four retaining screws on the motor assembly to a torque of 3.5 inch-pounds, ensuring that the motor remains securely positioned and avoiding over-tightening which could damage the threads.
Carefully pivot the front panel assembly upwards, leveraging the phone's upper edge as a fulcrum to disengage the home button end from the rear case.
Carefully position the display at a 90-degree angle, then secure it in an upright position using a support to allow for hands-free access during the repair process.
To avoid stressing the display's wiring during the repair process, secure it temporarily with a rubber band.
As a temporary substitute, an unopened, sealed can of soda can be utilized to support the display during the repair process.
Carefully pivot the front panel assembly upwards, leveraging the phone's upper edge as a fulcrum to disengage the home button end from the rear case.
Carefully position the display at a 90-degree angle, then secure it in an upright position using a support to allow for hands-free access during the repair process.
To avoid stressing the display's wiring during the repair process, secure it temporarily with a rubber band.
As a temporary substitute, an unopened, sealed can of soda can be utilized to support the display during the repair process.
Step 9
Using a 5/32-inch hex key, carefully tighten the four retaining screws securing the fan motor to the blower housing, ensuring each is snug but not over-tightened to avoid damaging the threads; observe torque specifications of 3.5 inch-pounds per screw.
The front panel assembly pivots due to multiple clips situated along its upper edge, creating a hinge-like action that enables it to open similarly to a book.
Ensure the clips, positioned directly beneath the rear case's upper border, are properly aligned before sliding the front panel upwards. The front panel's top edge should be level with the rear case's top edge upon completion.
The front panel assembly pivots due to multiple clips situated along its upper edge, creating a hinge-like action that enables it to open similarly to a book.
Ensure the clips, positioned directly beneath the rear case's upper border, are properly aligned before sliding the front panel upwards. The front panel's top edge should be level with the rear case's top edge upon completion.
Step 10
Using a 5/32-inch hex key, carefully tighten the four M4x8 screws securing the fan assembly to the heatsink, ensuring a torque of 4.5 in-lbs to prevent damage.
Using a Phillips screwdriver, detach the battery connector bracket by unscrewing the included screws.
A single screw, measuring 2.3 millimeters, is required.
A screw with a diameter of 3.1 millimeters is required.
Using a Phillips screwdriver, detach the battery connector bracket by unscrewing the included screws.
A single screw, measuring 2.3 millimeters, is required.
A screw with a diameter of 3.1 millimeters is required.
Step 11
Carefully detach the metal component securing the battery connector using appropriate tools.
Step 12
Carefully lift the battery connector away from its corresponding socket on the logic board, employing either a clean fingernail or the tip of a specialized opening tool to avoid damage.
To prevent damage, lift solely on the battery connector itself; applying force to the logic board socket risks irreversible connector breakage.
To prevent damage, lift solely on the battery connector itself; applying force to the logic board socket risks irreversible connector breakage.
Step 13
Using a Phillips screwdriver, detach the cable bracket from the front panel assembly by unscrewing the included screws.
Use three screws, each measuring 1.2 millimeters.
A screw with a 1.5 mm head diameter is required.
A screw with a 2.9 mm diameter is required.
Inserting screws with a length exceeding the specified size into the screw holes identified by the red markings risks causing permanent damage to the logic board.
Use three screws, each measuring 1.2 millimeters.
A screw with a 1.5 mm head diameter is required.
A screw with a 2.9 mm diameter is required.
Inserting screws with a length exceeding the specified size into the screw holes identified by the red markings risks causing permanent damage to the logic board.
Step 14
Detach the cable bracket securing the front panel assembly wiring harness from the logic board.
Step 15
During the following four procedures, ensure that lifting force is applied solely to the cable connectors themselves, avoiding any upward pressure on the corresponding sockets located on the logic board.
Carefully maintain support for the front panel and then, using a fingernail or a thin opening tool, release the front camera and earpiece speaker connector from its housing.
Carefully maintain support for the front panel and then, using a fingernail or a thin opening tool, release the front camera and earpiece speaker connector from its housing.
Step 16
Carefully detach the connector securing the home button cable.
Step 17
Prior to either detaching or reattaching the cable in this procedure, ensure the battery is disconnected.
Carefully detach the display data cable connector using a plastic opening tool.
Should the display data cable become detached from its connector during reassembly, powering on the device might produce a blank screen or display white lines; to resolve this, re-engage the cable with the connector and restart the phone, preferably by disconnecting and reconnecting the battery connector.
Carefully detach the display data cable connector using a plastic opening tool.
Should the display data cable become detached from its connector during reassembly, powering on the device might produce a blank screen or display white lines; to resolve this, re-engage the cable with the connector and restart the phone, preferably by disconnecting and reconnecting the battery connector.
Step 18
Carefully detach the digitizer cable connector.
To avoid component bending and potential digitizer damage, when attaching the digitizer cable, apply pressure to opposing ends of the connector instead of the central area.
To avoid component bending and potential digitizer damage, when attaching the digitizer cable, apply pressure to opposing ends of the connector instead of the central area.
Step 19
Detach the front panel assembly from the rear case.
Step 20 | Earpiece Speaker
Using a Phillips screwdriver, detach the upper component bracket by unscrewing the fasteners it's held with.
A screw with a 1.5 mm head diameter is required.
Use two screws, each measuring 2.3 millimeters.
A screw with a 1.5 mm head diameter is required.
Use two screws, each measuring 2.3 millimeters.
Step 21
Carefully detach the earpiece bracket, ensuring no damage, from the display assembly.
Step 22
Carefully separate the front-facing camera and display cables from their connectors by using the flat edge of a spudger to lever them upwards, then move them out of the way.
Step 23
Employing tweezers, carefully secure a firm grip on the earpiece speaker and detach it from the display assembly.
Step 24 | Front Facing Camera and Sensor Assembly
Carefully lift the sensor cable assembly from its housing within the display assembly using the pointed end of a spudger.
A small amount of adhesive secures the cable.
A small amount of adhesive secures the cable.
Step 25
Carefully detach the microphone, camera, and sensor cable connectors from the display assembly using prying tools.
Step 26
Detach the display assembly from the front camera and its associated sensor cable.
If the replacement assembly lacks the speaker mesh, the original mesh from the removed part can be salvaged and reapplied; to detach it, apply warmth using a hair dryer and carefully release it with tweezers.
If the replacement assembly lacks the speaker mesh, the original mesh from the removed part can be salvaged and reapplied; to detach it, apply warmth using a hair dryer and carefully release it with tweezers.
Step 27 | Home Button Assembly
Using a Phillips screwdriver, detach the home button bracket from the front panel by unscrewing the two fasteners, each measuring 1.8 mm.
Step 28
Detach the bracket securing the home button from the front panel assembly.
Step 29
Carefully employ the pointed end of a spudger to release the home button connector from its corresponding receptacle on the home button cable.
Step 30
Using a spudger, gently insert the tip between the home button connector cable and its housing.
Using a spudger, carefully disengage the adhesive holding the home button connector cable to the front panel assembly.
To ease separation when the connector is stuck, gently warm the adhesive with an iOpener or hair dryer, exercising caution to prevent cable damage.
Using a spudger, carefully disengage the adhesive holding the home button connector cable to the front panel assembly.
To ease separation when the connector is stuck, gently warm the adhesive with an iOpener or hair dryer, exercising caution to prevent cable damage.
Step 31
Due to its minimal thickness, the home button's rubber gasket is prone to tearing.
To loosen the adhesive holding the home button gasket in place, gently warm the area using an iOpener, heat gun, or hair dryer.
Apply steady, upward pressure to the home button via the display assembly’s front surface, employing your fingertip to carefully detach the rubber gasket from the front panel.
To loosen the adhesive holding the home button gasket in place, gently warm the area using an iOpener, heat gun, or hair dryer.
Apply steady, upward pressure to the home button via the display assembly’s front surface, employing your fingertip to carefully detach the rubber gasket from the front panel.
Step 32
Employing a spudger's pointed end, gently complete the detachment of the home button assembly from the front panel.
Step 33
Carefully detach the home button assembly from the front panel assembly.
Step 34 | LCD and Digitizer
Using a Phillips screwdriver, detach the LCD shield plate from the display assembly by unscrewing the two 1.7 mm screws—one located on the top surface and the other on the bottom.
Step 35
Using a Phillips screwdriver, detach all six 1.3 mm screws—three from the left side and three from the right—securing the LCD shield plate.
Step 36
To proceed, carefully separate the home button cable—identified by the red highlighting in the second image—from the adhesive securing it to the rear of the display assembly. Applying heat to the display assembly’s underside, directly over the home button, with an iOpener is strongly advised to soften the adhesive.
Step 37
Using caution, raise the LCD shield plate slightly, just a few millimeters, gripping the edge closest to the earpiece speaker to avoid detaching it from the display assembly.
Carefully raise the display assembly's opposite edge, the one closest to the home button, to detach the home button cable.
Exercise extreme care when separating the home button cable, as it is delicate. Should you encounter any significant resistance beyond a gentle pull, it's advisable to reapply heat and utilize the iOpener again to loosen the adhesive.
Carefully detach the LCD shield plate from the display assembly.
The display assembly is still attached.
Carefully raise the display assembly's opposite edge, the one closest to the home button, to detach the home button cable.
Exercise extreme care when separating the home button cable, as it is delicate. Should you encounter any significant resistance beyond a gentle pull, it's advisable to reapply heat and utilize the iOpener again to loosen the adhesive.
Carefully detach the LCD shield plate from the display assembly.
The display assembly is still attached.