iPhone 8 Plus LCD and Digitizer Replacement

• As a preliminary precaution, ensure your iPhone's battery level drops below 25% prior to commencing the repair process.A fully charged lithium-ion batteryposes a risk of ignition and/or detonation if it sustains accidental physical damage.
• Deactivate your iPhone by powering it down completely before you start taking it apart.
• Using a suitable tool, extract the pair of 3.5 mm pentalobe screws located along the iPhone's lower edge.
• Separating the iPhone's display assembly will damage the integrated waterproof barriers; therefore, prepare replacement seals beforehand, or exercise extreme caution to prevent moisture ingress if you intend to reassemble the device without new seals.

• To avoid potential harm to your device, ensure the opening pick isn't inserted beyond its intended depth; this procedure details how to mark the pick to safeguard against such damage.
• Determine the measurement of3 mmfrom the pick's leading edge and use a permanent marker to create a visible indication on the opening pick.
• For enhanced precision, consider marking the remaining corners of the pick with varying measurements as well.
• As an alternative method, affix a coin to the pick's shaft,3 mmaway from its tip.

• To mitigate additional shattering and potential injury while performing the repair on a cracked display, secure the glass with tape.
• Apply multiple, overlapping layers of transparent packing tape across the iPhone's screen surface, ensuring complete coverage of the face.
• The tape's purpose is to hold glass fragments in place and maintain the display's stability during the prying and lifting procedures.
• Always utilize safety glasses to shield your eyes from any loose glass particles that may become dislodged during the repair process.
• Should the fractured glass impede the adhesion of a suction cup in subsequent steps, consider using a robust piece of tape, like duct tape, folded into a handle to elevate the display.

• To minimize additional damage and potential injury while repairing a fractured iPhone display, secure the glass fragments with adhesive tape.
• Apply multiple layers of transparent packing tape across the iPhone's screen surface, ensuring complete coverage of the entire front face.
• Always utilize eye protection, such as safety glasses, to guard against glass shards that may become dislodged during the repair process.
• Should the suction cup fail to adhere properly during subsequent steps, create a handle by folding a robust tape, like duct tape, and employ it to gently raise the screen.
• As a last resort, secure the suction cup to the display surface using superglue.

• The following three actions illustrate the functionality of theAnti-Clamp, a specialized instrument developed to simplify the initial separation process. Should you choose not to utilize the Anti-Clamp, proceed to the instructions three steps further down for an alternative approach.
• Detailed guidance regarding the operation of the Anti-Clamp, is available in this separate document.
• To release the mechanism, draw the blue handle rearward, disengaging theAnti-Clamp's arms.
• Carefully position the arms across either the left or right side of your iPhone.
• Place the suction cups close to the lower edge of the iPhone, situated directly above the home button—one on the front face and one on the rear.
• Apply pressure by compressing the cups together to establish a secure suction bond to the intended location.
• Should the iPhone's surface prove excessively smooth, preventing the Anti-Clamp from maintaining a firm grip, applying adhesive tape can enhance the surface's tackiness.

1. To secure the arm assemblies, advance the blue handle in a forward direction.
2. Rotate the handle in a clockwise directioncovering a full circle of 360 degreesor continue rotation until the suction cups begin to expand.
3. Maintain proper alignment between the suction cups; should misalignment occur, slightly release the suction cups and reposition the arms.

1. Employ a heating device, such as aniOpenerto carefully maneuver it between the arms of theAnti-ClampA hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate may also be utilized; however, excessive heat poses a risk of display or internal battery degradation, necessitating cautious operation.
2. Position theiOpenerin a folded position, resting along the lower edge of the iPhone.
3. Allow a sixty-second interval to permit the adhesive to soften and generate a separation.
4. Introduce an opening tool beneath the display surface once theAnti-Clamphas established a substantial separation.
5. Should theAnti-Clampfail to produce an adequate gap, apply additional heat to the targeted region and rotate the handle by ninety degrees.
6. Incremental rotations, not exceeding ninety degrees, are recommended, with sixty-second pauses between adjustments. Rely on theAnti-Clampand time to facilitate the separation process.

The following three procedures detail the process of detaching the display assembly with the aid of a suction cup.
Applying heat to the iPhone's bottom edge facilitates the loosening of the adhesive bonds holding the display in place, thereby simplifying the separation process.
Employ a hairdryer, or alternatively prepare aniOpenerand apply it to the iPhone's lower edge for approximately 90 seconds to reduce the adhesive's tackiness.

Securely affix a suction cup to the lower portion of the front panel, positioning it directly over the home button area.

• Ensure the suction cup's surface remains clear of the home button's location, because doing so will obstruct the creation of a proper bond between the suction device and the glass.

1. Apply steady, consistent upward force to the suction cup to generate a small separation between the front panel assembly and the device's rear casing.
   • Carefully slide an opening tool, or a similarly slender prying implement, into the newly formed gap, inserting it only a few millimeters.
2. Due to the robust, waterproof adhesive securing the display, establishing this initial separation requires considerable force; should you encounter difficulty, apply additional heat and gently oscillate the screen in an upward and downward motion to reduce the adhesive's strength, facilitating the creation of a sufficient gap for tool insertion.

Utilizing a specialized tool, carefully maneuver it along the device's corner and upward along the left side, progressing in the direction of the volume adjustment buttons and the silent switch to sever the adhesive securing the screen assembly.

• Pause your progress close to the upper-leftmost point of the display panel.

A fragile cable runs along the iPhone's right side; avoid inserting any tools in this area to prevent potential cable damage.

• To release the adhesive, carefully reposition your tool at the lower-right edge of the iPhone, then maneuver it along the corner and upwards along the right side, sliding it to detach the adhesive.
• Ensure your opening tool does not penetrate beyond 3 mm, to prevent potential harm to the delicate display cable connections.

• Carefully elevate the display's lower border by applying upward force to the suction cup.
• Avoid lifting the display beyond an angle of15°to prevent potential damage or separation of the flexible cable assemblies that interface with the display.

To detach the suction cup from the front panel, grasp and exert force on the small projection extending from its surface.

Carefully insert a separation tool beneath the screen's upper edge, working along the top to release the remaining adhesive bond.

• Initiate the iPhone's disassembly process by pivoting the screen upwards, originating from the left edge, mimicking the action of opening a book's cover.
• Refrain from completely disconnecting the display assembly at this stage, because multiple delicate ribbon cables remain attached to the device's main circuit board.
• Secure the display in an upright position using a support to maintain access to the internal components during the repair procedure.

• To detach the lower display cable bracket from the logic board, first, eliminate the four Phillips (JIS) screws that hold it in place, noting their specific lengths.
• Two screws, each measuring 1.3 millimeters in length, are required for this step.
• A single screw with a 1.4-millimeter length must also be removed.
• Additionally, one screw with a 2.7-millimeter length is present and needs to be taken out.

• Employ the tip of a spudgerto carefully lift the battery connector away from its corresponding receptacle on the logic board.
• Gently elevate the connector cable a small amount to avoid unintended electrical connections with the socket, which could inadvertently power the device during the repair process.

• Employ the pointed end of a spudgerCarefully release the substantial lower display connector's connection by applying upward force directly above it, separating it from its receptacle.
• When reinstalling connectors, apply pressure to one edge until a distinct clicking sound is heard, then repeat the process on the opposing edge; avoid applying pressure to the central portion. Even minor misalignment during reattachment can result in bending, potentially leading to irreversible damage.

To proceed, detach the connector for the second lower display cable, located immediately posterior to the connector previously released.

• To detach the bracket that covers the connector for the front panel sensor assembly, eliminate the pair of tri-point screws.Use a Y000 screwdriver.The bracket is held in place by two screws of differing sizes.
  
  • A single 1.0 mm screw is required.Additionally, a 1.2 mm screw is also needed.
  • Ensure both screw sizes are accounted for during removal.Proper screw identification is crucial for reassembly.

• Detach the display assembly from the device.
• If you intend to substitute the adhesive securing the display's perimeter, halt the procedure at this juncture.

• To detach the earpiece speaker bracket, first eliminate the five Phillips screws that hold it in place.
• The bracket is fastened with two screws, each measuring 1.8 millimeters in length.
• A single screw, with a length of 2.3 millimeters, is also used.
• Additionally, a 2.4-millimeter screw is present.
• Finally, one screw with a 2.8-millimeter length secures the bracket.

• Employ the planar edge of a spudger to disengage the front-facing camera assembly from its mounting.spudgerCarefully flex the camera's flexible circuit cable laterally, creating access to the earpiece speaker located directly beneath it.
• Gently bend the camera ribbon cable to the side to clear the way to the earpiece speaker underneath.

• To loosen the adhesive holding the sensors in place, apply warmth to the display's upper front surface using a hairdryer, heat gun, or an iOpener for approximately one minute.
• Exercise caution, as the sensors utilized in subsequent procedures are delicate; repeated application of heat as required can help prevent damage during removal. As an alternative, introducing a small quantity of isopropyl alcohol and allowing it to seep beneath the sensors prior to prying can also be beneficial.

• Carefully insert a spudger beneath the ambient light sensor's flexible cable, then gently raise the sensor assembly from its enclosure.

• Carefully insert the pointed end of a spudger between the proximity sensor flex cable and its surrounding structure, then gently raise the sensor to disengage it from its mounting.

• Position the pointed end of an iFixit opening tool beneath the camera module's flexible circuit cable, ensuring it's located on the side opposite the front-facing camera.
• Employ an iOpener or a hair dryer, if necessary, to apply heat to the display's upper surface, which will help to loosen the adhesive holding the flex cable in place.
• Apply upward force to disengage the edge of the flex cable from the rear surface of the display.

• Utilize the tip of a spudger to gently lift the edge of the flex cable, mirroring the separation performed in the prior step.
• Proceed with disengaging the remaining portion of the flex cable, employing the spudger to slide beneath the circular array of gold earpiece speaker connectors.

• Detach the front camera and its associated sensor cable assembly.
• A segment of black, double-sided insulating tape is situated between the display and a series of three rows of copper contacts located on the reverse side of the camera/sensor cable; this tape could adhere to the display surface or detach alongside the cable itself.
• During reassembly, confirm the presence of this tape, or alternatively, shield the contacts on the cable's rear surface with a suitable substitute, like Kapton tape.

• Detach the bracket that covers the home/Touch ID sensor assembly by unscrewing the four Y000 fasteners it uses:
  A single 1.2-millimeter screw is utilized.
  Three fasteners with a 1.3-millimeter dimension are also present.
• When reassembling the device, exercise caution to avoid applying excessive torque to these screws, as this could impair the functionality of the home button.

• Detach the retaining clip that fastens the home button and Touch ID sensor assembly in place.

• Carefully disengage the left side of the home button cable connector by applying leverage to release it from its mating socket.
• Should the entire connector assembly lift unexpectedly without releasing, apply downward pressure to the cable's upper edge, utilizing the broad, flat surface of your spudger, while continuing to apply upward force to the connector's left edge; exercise extreme caution to prevent damage to either the cable or connector, as such harm will render the sensor inoperable.

• Applying warmth to the region surrounding the home button and Touch ID sensor can loosen the adhesive securing its fragile cable, facilitating a safer removal process.
• Turn the display assembly around; then, utilize a hairdryer or an iOpener, directing heat towards the lower edge of the display for approximately 90 seconds to soften the adhesive situated beneath.
  Exercise caution to prevent overheating the display; its temperature should be marginally uncomfortable to the touch.

• Carefully detach the adhesive securing the home/Touch ID sensor cable to the rear surface of the display panel, utilizing a prying tool.

• Carefully detach the home/Touch ID sensor assembly by gently prying it upwards from the front surface of the display panel.
• During reassembly, guide the flex cable through the designated opening located on the front of the display, referencing the provided visual guide.
  If your new component includes additional Y000 screws positioned close to the Home Button, discard the surplus fasteners to facilitate proper reinstallation of the home button bracket.

• Carefully lift the top, rectangular section of the LCD shield plate adhesive label to detach it from the flexible circuit cable located directly below.Complete sticker removal is unnecessary, except when a replacement is planned.
• The adhesive label serves to protect the flex cable.

• Employ a Y000 driverto detach a trio of1.2 mm screwslocated on one side of the display's electromagnetic interference (EMI) shield.
  Should you encounter difficulty in releasing these fasteners, increase the driver's downward force while rotating it. As a supplementary measure, utilize the flat edge of a spudger to stabilize each display clip from the reverse side, enabling greater pressure to be applied to the screws without risking clip deformation.

• Employ a Y000 driverto detach an additional pair of 1.2 mm screwspositioned on the opposite side of the electromagnetic interference (EMI) shield.

• To proceed, detach the1.8-millimeter Phillips screwwhich fastens the electromagnetic interference (EMI) shield located close to the lower edge of the display panel.

• Elevate theLCD shield platewhile applying consistent downward pressure to theflex cablewhich is encompassed by it.
• Guide theflex cablethrough the opening present in theLCD shield plate, exercising caution to prevent any catching or damage.

The display screen and touch layer are the sole components that persist.