Start to Finish – iPhone 7 Plus Screen Replacement

iPhone 7 Plus Screen Replacement Guide

Introduction

• Objective: Guide to replace the screen of an iPhone 7 Plus.
• Note: Ensure safety measures like wearing eye protection.

Tools Required

• Pentalobe screwdriver.
• Y-shaped screwdriver.
• Phillips screwdriver.
• Plastic and metal prying tools.
• Tweezers (optional).

Steps for Screen Replacement

1. Power Off the Phone:

• Ensure the iPhone is turned off before starting the repair.

2. Removing Bottom Screws:

• Use the pentalobe screwdriver to remove the two screws at the bottom of the phone.

3. Opening the Screen:

• Insert a metal prying tool slightly and carefully run it along the edges to cut through the adhesive.
• Flip the screen to the right side, being cautious of the flex cables still attached.

4. Disconnecting Battery and Screen Cables:

• Remove the screws securing the bracket over the battery and screen connectors using a Y-shaped screwdriver.
• Use a plastic prying tool to disconnect the battery first, followed by the screen connectors.

5. Removing the Front Camera and Sensor Assembly:

• Remove the screws securing the bracket over the front camera.
• Gently pry out the front camera and sensor assembly.

6. Transferring Components to New Screen:

• Remove the backplate screws and gently lift the backplate.
• Carefully transfer the home button to the new screen. Ensure the alignment and connection are secure.
• Transfer the front camera and sensor assembly to the new screen.

7. Reassembly:

• Carefully reattach the backplate to the new screen.
• Reconnect the front camera and sensor assembly.
• Reattach the home button, ensuring it’s correctly aligned and connected.

8. Reconnecting Screen to Motherboard:

• Carefully reconnect the screen flex cables to the motherboard.
• Reconnect the battery connector last.
• Secure the brackets over the connectors.

9. Finalizing the Repair:

• Carefully align the top of the screen with the frame and gently press down the edges to snap the screen into place.
• Replace the two pentalobe screws at the bottom.
• Turn on the phone and test the new screen’s functionality.

Conclusion

• The iPhone 7 Plus screen replacement requires patience and careful handling of components.
• Ensure all connections are secure and properly aligned during reassembly.
• Test the phone’s functionality thoroughly after reassembly.