iPhone 6s Speaker Replacement - iPhone 6s

Step 1 | SIM Tray

Begin the process by ensuring the 1.5mm Allen wrench is used to loosen the retaining screw securing the 3.2V regulator, taking care to avoid damaging the surrounding components and adhering to all safety precautions.Carefully position aUse the provided SIM card removal tool to release the SIM tray.To release the SIM card tray, insert a paperclip into the designated aperture. Apply considerable pressure while pushing to dislodge the tray.

Step 2

Using a 5/32-inch hex key, carefully loosen the four screws securing the fan assembly to the motor housing; exercise caution to prevent damage to the plastic fan blades and ensure the assembly remains stable during removal.Carefully detach the component, ensuring no damage occurs.The component housing the SIM card is referred to as the SIM card tray assembly.Confirm the SIM card's correct alignment with the tray when placing it back into the iPhone.

Step 3 | Pentalobe Screws

Using a 5/32-inch hex key, carefully tighten the retaining screw on the motor assembly to a torque of 3.5 Nm, ensuring the motor shaft aligns correctly and avoiding damage to the threads.To prevent a fire hazard or explosion due to accidental puncture, ensure the lithium-ion battery's charge level is less than 25% prior to any disassembly work on your iPhone. Completely shut down the device before proceeding with the disassembly process, and then remove the twoUse 3.4-millimeter P2 Pentalobe screws.Located along the iPhone's lower edge, flanking the Lightning connector, you'll find them.

Step 4 | Anti-Clamp instructions

Using a 5/32-inch hex key, carefully tighten the retaining screw on the motor assembly to a torque of 3.5 inch-pounds; observe caution to prevent damage to the threads.To simplify the opening process, utilize the Anti-Clamp tool—a specialized device developed for this purpose; if you choose not to use it, proceed to the instructions three steps later. Detailed Anti-Clamp usage instructions are available in a separate guide. Release the Anti-Clamp's gripping arms by retracting the blue handle. Then, position the arms across either the left or right side of the iPhone. Ensure the suction cups are located close to the iPhone’s lower edge, directly above the home button, with one cup on the front and one on the back. Firmly press the suction cups together to secure them to the iPhone's surface; if slippage occurs, apply tape to the iPhone's surface to enhance grip.

Step 5

Using a 5/32-inch hex key, carefully tighten the four mounting screws securing the fan assembly to the motor housing, ensuring each is snug but not over-tightened to prevent damage; observe a torque of 6 in-lbs per screw.To secure the arms, advance the blue handle. Then, rotate the handle clockwise a full 360 degrees, or until the cups begin to deform. Maintain alignment of the suction cups; should they become misaligned, slightly release the suction cups and reposition the arms. Once the Anti-Clamp has generated a noticeable separation, slide an opening pick beneath the screen. If the Anti-Clamp isn't creating a large enough gap, rotate the handle an additional 90 degrees, pausing for several seconds between each quarter-turn increment and avoiding rotations exceeding a quarter turn at a time, allowing the Anti-Clamp to gradually create the necessary space.

Step 6 | Opening Procedure

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 strip the threads; observe caution to prevent damage to the motor windings.In the absence of an Anti-Clamp tool, proceed with the subsequent three steps to utilize a suction handle.

Using a heat source like an iOpener or hair dryer, gently warm the bottom edge of the iPhone's casing for approximately 60 seconds.
Applying heat will loosen the adhesive that holds the display in place, simplifying the opening process.

Step 7

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 that you do not overtighten and damage the threads.To access the 6s display, carefully release the adhesive strip that runs along its edges; replacement adhesive strips should be prepared beforehand if you intend to use them, though the repair can be performed without replacement, with no impact on device operation.

Using a suction cup, secure its surface to the display assembly's lower left corner.
Avoid positioning the suction cup directly on the home button.
To facilitate suction cup attachment on a severely cracked display, apply a sheet of clear packing tape across the damage; as an alternative, a robust adhesive tape can be substituted for the suction cup. Should neither of these methods prove effective, secure the suction cup directly to the fractured screen using superglue.

Step 8

Carefully align the 4mm hex key to the setscrew, ensuring it engages fully, then gradually tighten the setscrew to a torque of 1.5 Nm using the hex key.Apply steady, even force to lift the suction cup, generating a small separation between the front panel and the rear case.

Exercise caution and use steady, even pressure during installation; the display unit’s fit is considerably snugger than typical device components and secured with adhesive.
To avoid display assembly damage, use minimal force to separate the display assembly from the rear case, creating a narrow space.
To ease separation of the display from the chassis, apply warmth to the front surface of the iPhone with an iOpener, hair dryer, or heat gun until the exterior reaches a temperature just beyond comfortable touch, which will loosen the adhesive bonds along the perimeter.

Step 9

To initiate separation of the device's housing, begin applying gentle separating force near the display's lower edge, specifically at the indentation located directly above the headphone jack.
Using the straight side, position the tool against.Use a spudger.Position the tool precisely within the space separating the display assembly from the back cover, located immediately above the headphone jack.

Step 10

Rotate theUse a plastic pry tool, often referred to as a spudger.Carefully increase the separation between the front panel assembly and the main phone body.

Step 11

Using the tool's straight edge, carefully slide it into the designated space.Use a plastic pry tool, often referred to as a spudger, to gently separate components.Locate the component on the device's left lateral surface, positioned in the space separating the display assembly and the rear case.
Carefully move theUse a plastic pry tool, often referred to as a spudger, to avoid scratching surfaces.Carefully lift the phone's side to release the adhesive, then disengage the retaining clips.

Step 12

Carefully detach the component, ensuring all original specifications—including dimensions, numerical values, required tools, safety precautions, and part designations—are maintained throughout the process.Use a plastic pry tool to gently separate.Carefully position the component back into its original location along the lower edge of the device, ensuring it aligns with the point where separation occurred.
Carefully move theUse a plastic pry tool to gently separate.Locate the edge of the device on its right side, following the lower perimeter.

Step 13

Using a spudger, carefully work along the right edge of the iPhone to release the adhesive bond and disengage the display retaining clips.

Step 14

Carefully employ the suction cup to separate the display assembly, ensuring complete release of the remaining adhesive bond.
To prevent damage to the three cables securing the display at the top, limit its opening angle to a maximum of 90 degrees; exceeding this could cause them to tear.

Step 15

To detach the suction cup, grasp the small projection located on its upper surface and lift, separating it from the front panel.

Step 16

Using a 5/32-inch hex key, carefully tighten the four M4x8 screws securing the fan assembly to the heatsink, ensuring a torque of no more than 0.5 Nm to prevent damage.

Employing the top edge's retaining clips as a pivot point, carefully raise the display assembly to separate the front panel and access the phone's interior.
Carefully position the display at a 90-degree angle, then secure it in an upright position using a support to prevent movement during the repair process.
To avoid stressing the display's wiring during the repair process, secure it with a rubber band.
As a temporary measure, an unused, sealed can of soda can substitute for the display during the repair process.
If you intend to substitute fresh adhesive along the display's perimeter during reassembly, stop at this point.
To ensure proper alignment during reassembly, position the screen's camera-facing end beneath the main body's edge, then guide the screen frame's hooks beneath the main body's rim. Apply pressure toward the camera end to secure the hooks and facilitate cover closure and correct clipping.
Ensure these clasps, not hinges, are positioned correctly beneath the phone's outer edge to facilitate smooth, gentle screen closure, allowing it to snap securely back into position.

Step 17 | Battery Connector

Using a 5/32-inch hex key, carefully tighten the four securing screws on the motor mount bracket to a torque of 3.5 Nm, ensuring the motor remains aligned and avoiding damage to the threads; observe caution to prevent over-tightening.

Using a Phillips screwdriver, detach the two screws—each measuring the same length—that hold the battery connector bracket in place.
- Begin the process by executing the action designated as "One."Two point nine millimeters.Fasten with a screw.
- Begin the process by executing a single action.Two point two millimeters.Fasten with a screw.

Carefully organize all screws during the repair process, noting their original locations, as incorrect reassembly can cause damage to the iPhone.

Step 18

Using a 5/32-inch hex key, carefully tighten the four M4x8 screws securing the fan assembly to the heatsink, ensuring they are snug but not over-tightened to avoid damaging the threads.

Using a 5mm hex screwdriver, detach the bracket securing the battery connector.

Step 19

Carefully align the 4mm hex key to the setscrew, ensuring the screwdriver bit is fully seated, and then tighten the setscrew to a torque of 1.5 Nm using the hex key.

Carefully separate the battery connector from the logic board by applying upward pressure with a spudger.

Step 20

Using a 5/32-inch hex key, carefully tighten the four M4x8 pan head screws securing the fan assembly to the heatsink, ensuring a torque of 4 in-lbs to prevent damage.

To prevent unintended power-ups during the repair process, carefully detach the battery connector from its socket on the logic board, ensuring it remains disconnected.

Step 21 | Unfasten the display cable bracket

Detach the component.Utilize three fasteners, each measuring 1.2 millimeters in diameter.
Carefully detach the component.Utilize a 2.8-millimeter screw.

Step 22

Using a Phillips head screwdriver, detach the bracket securing the display cable.

Step 23

Carefully detach the front camera flex cable from its connector on the logic board by gently lifting it vertically with a spudger or a clean fingernail.

Step 24

Using a prying tool, carefully release the digitizer cable from its connection on the logic board by applying upward force.
To avoid damage during reattachment, apply pressure to one edge of the digitizer cable connector, then to the opposing edge, rather than the central area.Applying pressure to the connector's central area risks component deformation and potential damage to the digitizer..

Step 25

To prevent electrical hazards, detach the battery before proceeding with cable disconnection or reconnection.
Using a prying motion, carefully separate the display cable from its connection on the logic board, ensuring it moves vertically.

Step 26

Carefully detach the display assembly, ensuring all previously connected components are disconnected and secured to prevent damage.
If you intend to substitute fresh adhesive along the display's perimeter during reassembly, stop at this point.

Step 27 | Speaker

Carefully employ the tip of a screwdriver to apply pressure.Use a spudger.Carefully separate the antenna cable from its connection at the logic board's lower edge.
With the connector properly oriented to the socket, gently push it into place, ensuring a secure connection, and then utilize the flat end of a screwdriver to firmly seat it.Use a plastic pry tool, often referred to as a spudger.Ensure the component seats properly by applying pressure until a distinct click confirms its secure positioning; if this doesn't occur, verify correct orientation, and avoid applying undue force.

Step 28

Carefully employ the tip of a screwdriver to apply pressure.Use a plastic pry tool, often referred to as a spudger.Carefully raise the Lightning connector ribbon cable and detach it from the corresponding socket on the logic board.

Step 29

During Lightning connector replacement, the antenna cable can remain attached, allowing you to bypass these two steps; however, exercise extreme caution to avoid damaging the fragile cable.Connect the antenna cable.As the loudspeaker's position changes.
Carefully insert the tip of a screwdriver to.Use a plastic pry tool, often referred to as a spudger.Carefully raise and detach theConnect the antenna cable.Carefully detach the component from its receptacle located on the logic board's upper edge.

Step 30

Gently raise theConnect the antenna cable.Carefully detach the component from the phone's edge using a pointed tool.Use a plastic pry tool, often referred to as a spudger, to gently separate components.Employing a flathead screwdriver, gently pry upward on the cable to disengage it from the securing clips.
To ensure sufficient clearance for cable routing, reduce the tightness of this.Employ a screwdriver with a Phillips head to engage the screw.To allow for easier manipulation during the repair process, loosen the logic board’s mounting screws; remember to fully tighten them again when you finish.
Ensure the cable is directed along the designated path during reassembly.Connect the antenna cable.Locate the area at the base of the logic board's corner.
Following the rerouting of the antenna cable, the SIM card tray can be placed back into its slot.Connect the antenna cable..
Cease operation immediately if you encounter any impediment and verify the tray's freedom of movement, ensuring it isn't catching on any components.Connect the antenna cable..

Step 31

Detach the listed components.Use a Phillips head screwdriver.Using four 4mm pan head screws, fasten the speaker to the rear case, ensuring proper alignment.
- Use two screws, each measuring 2.6 millimeters.
- Carefully remove any tape covering the 2.3 mm screw.
- Distinguish this 2.3 mm screw from the previous one to prevent misidentification and incorrect assembly.
- A screw with a 3.0 mm diameter is required.

Step 32

Using a screwdriver with a flat head, carefully slide the flat end into the designated slot.Use a plastic pry tool, often referred to as a spudger.Position the speaker module so its long side aligns with the case wall.
Carefully apply separating force to release the speaker module.
Carefully raise the speaker module, now detached, from within the device to fully extract it.

Step 33 | Wi-Fi Diversity Antenna

Carefully peel back the adhesive tape securing the antenna cable located along the speaker's perimeter.

Step 34

Detach the securing clip located on the speaker's left-hand side.

Step 35

Using an iOpener, gently apply it across the antenna's surface to loosen the adhesive bond holding it in place on the speaker.

Carefully insert a plastic opening pick between the antenna and the speaker to release the adhesive bond.

Step 36

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.Detach the speaker's antenna.

Step 37 | Speaker

Using a 5/32-inch hex key, carefully tighten the four M4x8 pan head screws securing the fan assembly to the heatsink, ensuring a torque of 4.5 in-lbs to prevent damage.

The speaker is the sole component still present.