Installing iPad 2 Wi-Fi EMC 2415 Speaker Assembly

Replace a damaged speaker assembly on your iPad 2 Wi-Fi EMC 2415.

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Use this guide to replace a damaged speaker assembly.

Relevant parts

iPad 2 Speaker Assembly

Tools

Heat gun or hair dryer iFixit Guitar Picks set of 6 iOpener Phillips 00 Screwdriver Plastic Opening Tools Spudger iPad 2 Speaker Assembly Removing iPad 3 4G Front Panel Installing iPad 2 Wi-Fi EMC 2415 LCD Installing iPad 2 Wi-Fi EMC 2415 Front Panel Assembly LCD Assembly Installing iPad 2 Wi-Fi EMC 2415 Logic Board Installing iPad 2 Wi-Fi EMC 2415 Battery In the following steps, you will be using a microwave to heat the iOpener, an insulated bag that will transfer heat to the adhesive strips around the iPad's screen. In the following steps, you will be using a microwave to heat the iOpener, an insulated bag that will transfer heat to the adhesive strips around the iPad's screen. We recommend that you clean your microwave before proceeding, as any nasty gunk stuck to the bottom of the microwave may end up stuck to the iOpener. We recommend that you clean your microwave before proceeding, as any nasty gunk stuck to the bottom of the microwave may end up stuck to the iOpener. Place the iOpener in the microwave and microwave it for one minute on the highest power setting. Place the iOpener in the microwave and microwave it for '''one minute''' on the highest power setting. Be careful not to overheat the iOpener during the repair procedure. We recommend waiting at least two minutes before reheating the iOpener. Be careful not to overheat the iOpener during the repair procedure. We recommend waiting at least two minutes before reheating the iOpener. If you have not heated your iOpener for some time, or this is the first time you are using the iOpener, we suggest microwaving the bag wrapped in a damp paper towel. This will prevent the contents of the bag from burning in the event of over-microwaving. If you have not heated your iOpener for some time, or this is the first time you are using the iOpener, we suggest microwaving the bag wrapped in a damp paper towel. This will prevent the contents of the bag from burning in the event of over-microwaving. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/ETNcKCPVQFBXqmDp http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/L6aixgZhH45qivCt http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/FsfYpfr3xaKMufOx Remove the iOpener from the microwave, holding it by one of the corners. Remove the iOpener from the microwave, holding it by one of the corners. Be careful when handling the bag, as it will be quite hot. Be careful when handling the bag, as it will be quite hot. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/J5WYkXXZq55Uk51L If you're removing a cracked screen, covering the glass in clear packing tape will hold it together while you work and minimize the mess. If you're removing a cracked screen, covering the glass in clear packing tape will hold it together while you work and minimize the mess. Lay the iOpener flat on the right edge of the iPad, smoothing it out so that there is good contact between the surface of the iPad and the iOpener. Lay the iOpener flat on the right edge of the iPad, smoothing it out so that there is good contact between the surface of the iPad and the iOpener. Let the bag sit on the iPad for approximately 90 seconds before attempting to open the front panel. Let the bag sit on the iPad for approximately 90 seconds before attempting to open the front panel. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/5NdlBiqsqnZsyMFx Make sure you place the tool in the proper spot. It is difficult to see the separation between the glass and the bezel. Make sure you place the tool in the proper spot. It is difficult to see the separation between the glass and the bezel. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/QmvgQquGIBYxZtev There is a small gap in the iPad's adhesive ring in the upper right corner of the iPad, approximately 2.0 inches (~5 cm) from the top of the iPad. You are going to exploit this weakness. There is a small gap in the iPad's adhesive ring in the upper right corner of the iPad, approximately 2.0 inches (~5 cm) from the top of the iPad. You are going to exploit this weakness. Insert the tip of a plastic opening tool into the gap between the front glass and the plastic bezel. Just insert the very tip of the opening tool, just enough to widen the crack. Insert the tip of a plastic opening tool into the gap between the front glass and the plastic bezel. Just insert the very tip of the opening tool, just enough to widen the crack. It may require some force to get the wedged tip of the opening tool between the glass and plastic. Work patiently and carefully, wiggling the plastic opening tool back and forth as necessary. It may require some force to get the wedged tip of the opening tool between the glass and plastic. Work patiently and carefully, wiggling the plastic opening tool back and forth as necessary. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/2PSPcOUgDDCBWQiO http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/rGJqvVQ4gi42cJDp http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/4AaeEduLCNDRkMvO Keeping the tip of the plastic opening tool wedged between the front glass and plastic bezel, slide a plastic guitar pick in the gap, right next to the plastic opening tool. Keeping the tip of the plastic opening tool wedged between the front glass and plastic bezel, slide a plastic guitar pick in the gap, right next to the plastic opening tool. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/pwUD2bCKNuZHVLU5 http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/HlU6l6oRDnbXkjkp Remove the plastic opening tool from the iPad, and push the guitar pick further underneath the front glass to a depth of ~0.5 inches. Remove the plastic opening tool from the iPad, and push the guitar pick further underneath the front glass to a depth of ~0.5 inches. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/wfFQibWyLkgFIItB http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/VZPRrN161OBO14cm While you work on releasing the adhesive on the right side of the iPad, reheat the iOpener, and replace it on the bottom edge of the iPad. While you work on releasing the adhesive on the right side of the iPad, reheat the iOpener, and replace it on the bottom edge of the iPad. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/FFn16vPYF1VPkJgo While the bottom edge is being heated by the iOpener, begin releasing the adhesive from the right edge of the iPad. While the bottom edge is being heated by the iOpener, begin releasing the adhesive from the right edge of the iPad. Slide the guitar pick down along the edge of the iPad, releasing the adhesive as you go. Slide the guitar pick down along the edge of the iPad, releasing the adhesive as you go. The adhesive is very strong, and some serious force may be required. Work carefully. The adhesive is very strong, and some serious force may be required. Work carefully. If you can see the tip of the guitar pick underneath the front glass, pull the guitar pick out just a little bit. While using the guitar pick this deep won't damage anything, it may get adhesive residue all over the LCD. If you can see the tip of the guitar pick underneath the front glass, pull the guitar pick out just a little bit. While using the guitar pick this deep won't damage anything, it may get adhesive residue all over the LCD. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/OO42HCZckZ21Ayaf http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/ZCnFfqfsoMmtJj2n http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/eNBvPvsy6E5kVJNw It may be necessary to move the heated iOpener back onto the right edge of the iPad as you release the adhesive. This depends on how long the iPad has been able to cool while you were working on it. It may be necessary to move the heated iOpener back onto the right edge of the iPad as you release the adhesive. This depends on how long the iPad has been able to cool while you were working on it. If the guitar pick gets stuck in the adhesive, "roll" the guitar pick along the side of the iPad, continuing to release the adhesive. If the guitar pick gets stuck in the adhesive, "roll" the guitar pick along the side of the iPad, continuing to release the adhesive. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/mI5VXI4FbrwxCaxS http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/UHlMLFhHN3bJfp1b http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/BHVwtoeYSfMMiQAx Before removing the first guitar pick from the bottom corner of the iPad, insert a second guitar pick under the right edge of the front glass to keep the adhesive from re-adhering. Before removing the first guitar pick from the bottom corner of the iPad, insert a second guitar pick under the right edge of the front glass to keep the adhesive from re-adhering. Re-heat the iOpener, and move it to the top edge of the iPad. Re-heat the iOpener, and move it to the top edge of the iPad. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/AA3MXqmFt3RoEXaD http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/Aa4WZLCXtZMekWe4 The next few steps require extreme caution. The next few steps require extreme caution. The Wi-Fi antenna is attached to the bottom right edge of the rear case of the iPad via screws and a cable. Because of the orientation of the Wi-Fi antenna, it is imperative to proceed with caution otherwise irreversible damage to the Wi-Fi antenna may result. The Wi-Fi antenna is attached to the bottom right edge of the rear case of the iPad via screws and a cable. Because of the orientation of the Wi-Fi antenna, it is imperative to proceed with caution otherwise irreversible damage to the Wi-Fi antenna may result. You will have to release the adhesive securing the antenna to the front panel without damaging the delicate parts attaching the antenna to the bottom of the iPad. Follow the next steps carefully. You will have to release the adhesive securing the antenna to the front panel without damaging the delicate parts attaching the antenna to the bottom of the iPad. Follow the next steps carefully. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/oGyetMIL5K1ptMf5 Slide the guitar pick around the bottom right corner of the iPad, releasing the adhesive there. Slide the guitar pick around the bottom right corner of the iPad, releasing the adhesive there. Do not slide the guitar pick further than the bottom right corner. You may damage the Wi-Fi antenna by doing so. Do not slide the guitar pick further than the bottom right corner. You may damage the Wi-Fi antenna by doing so. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/D3jnF4kF5UhKHHJf http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/1ipbJBEP6vvWNbTd This step requires you to move the guitar pick along the bottom right edge of the front panel. The Wi-Fi antenna is very close to the corner and is easily severed if the adhesive is released improperly. This step requires you to move the guitar pick along the bottom right edge of the front panel. The Wi-Fi antenna is very close to the corner and is easily severed if the adhesive is released improperly. Do not completely remove the guitar pick from under the front glass, but pull it out just a litttle bit so that ~1/8" of the tip is still under the front glass. Do not completely remove the guitar pick from under the front glass, but pull it out just a litttle bit so that ~1/8" of the tip is still under the front glass. Slide the tip of the guitar pick along the bottom edge of the iPad, releasing the adhesive underneath the Wi-Fi antenna. Slide the tip of the guitar pick along the bottom edge of the iPad, releasing the adhesive underneath the Wi-Fi antenna. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/waXhiPNJCqXYW5Xa http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/SbSXQiiMg2APULiu Once you have moved past the Wi-FI antenna (approximately 3" from the right edge, or right next to the home button) re-insert the guitar pick to its full depth. Once you have moved past the Wi-FI antenna (approximately 3" from the right edge, or right next to the home button) re-insert the guitar pick to its full depth. Slide the guitar pick to the right, releasing the adhesive securing the Wi-Fi antenna to the front glass. Slide the guitar pick to the right, releasing the adhesive securing the Wi-Fi antenna to the front glass. The antenna it attached to the bottom of the iPad via screws and a cable. This step detaches the antenna from the front panel, ensuring that when you remove the panel, the antenna will not be damaged. The antenna it attached to the bottom of the iPad via screws and a cable. This step detaches the antenna from the front panel, ensuring that when you remove the panel, the antenna will not be damaged. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/KdJ5XSWYsyDdUqLn http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/OTKFFMb5MTOKIsM6 Continue releasing the adhesive along the bottom of the iPad, pulling the guitar pick out far enough to go around the home button, and re-inserting it once the guitar pick is past the home button. Continue releasing the adhesive along the bottom of the iPad, pulling the guitar pick out far enough to go around the home button, and re-inserting it once the guitar pick is past the home button. If the adhesive has cooled too much along the bottom edge, re-microwave the iOpener and reheat the adhesive where you are working. If the adhesive has cooled too much along the bottom edge, re-microwave the iOpener and reheat the adhesive where you are working. Do not heat the iOpener more than a minute at a time, and always allow at least two minutes before reheating it. Do not heat the iOpener more than a minute at a time, and always allow at least two minutes before reheating it. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/OQq4SgXmA2uUDrnC http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/tkqWaRtqnHCeXuiO http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/OfYsS4IH1O1VxncC Continue releasing the adhesive all the way along the bottom edge of the iPad. Continue releasing the adhesive all the way along the bottom edge of the iPad. Leave the guitar pick wedged underneath the front glass near the home button. Leave the guitar pick wedged underneath the front glass near the home button. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/N2oMAxZ12qvPUSjc http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/X6lZ5JJbmxG2WOdL Insert another guitar pick adjacent to the placeholder guitar pick underneath the right edge of the iPad. Insert another guitar pick adjacent to the placeholder guitar pick underneath the right edge of the iPad. Slide the guitar pick towards the top of the iPad, releasing the adhesive as you go. Slide the guitar pick towards the top of the iPad, releasing the adhesive as you go. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/nQ5S3nalmVbaZC6R http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/T3BHai2dZAkmYXMT http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/QWVf2AgO6qmXAyvL Reheat the iOpener in the microwave and set it on the left edge of the iPad to start warming the adhesive in that section. Reheat the iOpener in the microwave and set it on the left edge of the iPad to start warming the adhesive in that section. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/xrZKHgwPwIshSlOJ Slide the guitar pick along the top edge of the iPad, pulling it out slightly to go around the front-facing camera bracket. Slide the guitar pick along the top edge of the iPad, pulling it out slightly to go around the front-facing camera bracket. The adhesive along this section is very thick, and a fair amount of force may be required. Work carefully and slowly, making sure to not slip and damage yourself or your iPad. The adhesive along this section is very thick, and a fair amount of force may be required. Work carefully and slowly, making sure to not slip and damage yourself or your iPad. If the adhesive has cooled too much, replace the iOpener along the top edge and continue working. If the iOpener has cooled too much, reheat it. If the adhesive has cooled too much, replace the iOpener along the top edge and continue working. If the iOpener has cooled too much, reheat it. If the guitar pick is getting stuck in the adhesive, "roll" the guitar pick as shown in <a href="/Guide/Removing+iPad+3+4G+Front+Panel/10808/2#s38829">step 9</a>. If the guitar pick is getting stuck in the adhesive, "roll" the guitar pick as shown in [guide|10808|step 9|stepid=38829]. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/hvqfpTtTsJlhTLRE http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/5GjnZiATIwN5DMwj http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/VguToRCdGehUxOuH Continue releasing the adhesive along the top edge of the iPad, and slide the guitar pick around the top left corner. Continue releasing the adhesive along the top edge of the iPad, and slide the guitar pick around the top left corner. If the adhesive is warm enough, remove the iOpener from the iPad for convenience. However, if the adhesive is still quite sticky, re-heat the iOpener and lay it on the left edge while you work. If the adhesive is warm enough, remove the iOpener from the iPad for convenience. However, if the adhesive is still quite sticky, re-heat the iOpener and lay it on the left edge while you work. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/FN5fcGPuYlNDFtFg http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/QsDtOPZyZXTo2GVH Slide the guitar pick along the left edge of the iPad, releasing the adhesive as you go. Slide the guitar pick along the left edge of the iPad, releasing the adhesive as you go. The digitizer cable is located approximately 2" from the bottom of the iPad. Stop sliding the guitar pick when you get ~2.25" from the bottom of the iPad. The digitizer cable is located approximately 2" from the bottom of the iPad. Stop sliding the guitar pick when you get ~2.25" from the bottom of the iPad. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/61v6j3CjbWWPGvWn http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/gQeGZERJuU5wSRKU http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/pulLlKBFeww6FK2R Using the guitar pick that is still underneath the bottom edge of the iPad, release the adhesive along the bottom left corner. Using the guitar pick that is still underneath the bottom edge of the iPad, release the adhesive along the bottom left corner. The bottom of the digitizer cable is only ~1" from the bottom of the iPad. Work carefully and slowly, making sure to not sever this cable. The bottom of the digitizer cable is only ~1" from the bottom of the iPad. Work carefully and slowly, making sure to not sever this cable. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/GYuao4clOKRGqMEk http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/JXQnCRfVXwwvhfSH Using one of the guitar picks, pry up the bottom right corner of the iPad and grab it with your fingers. Using one of the guitar picks, pry up the bottom right corner of the iPad and grab it with your fingers. Some of the adhesive along the perimeter of the iPad may have stuck back down again. If this is the case, slide a guitar pick underneath the edge of the iPad where the front glass is still stuck and "cut" the adhesive. Some of the adhesive along the perimeter of the iPad may have stuck back down again. If this is the case, slide a guitar pick underneath the edge of the iPad where the front glass is still stuck and "cut" the adhesive. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/G4MR1cap1hLoqZnx http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/FCHTsGFUiPJXBh6P Holding the iPad by the top and bottom right corners, rotate the front glass away from the iPad. Holding the iPad by the top and bottom right corners, rotate the front glass away from the iPad. Be careful of any adhesive that may still be attached, and use a guitar pick to cut any adhesive that may still be holding the front panel down. Be careful of any adhesive that may still be attached, and use a guitar pick to cut any adhesive that may still be holding the front panel down. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/PZakxmpL6G5vWVhC http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/QcGqFZQVJPyTDtDZ Remove the four 2.0 mm Phillips screws securing the LCD to the rear case. Remove the four 2.0 mm Phillips screws securing the LCD to the rear case. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/riGblv1jTdyCireK The front panel ribbon cables are connected beneath the LCD. To access them, you'll need to temporarily flip the LCD over and out of the way. The front panel ribbon cables are connected beneath the LCD. To access them, you'll need to temporarily flip the LCD over and out of the way. Be very careful when moving the LCD, and do not attempt to remove it from the iPad—its display data cable will remain connected while it is rotated over. Be very careful when moving the LCD, and do not attempt to remove it from the iPad—its display data cable will remain connected while it is rotated over. Lift the LCD from its long edge closest to the volume buttons and gently flip it out of the rear case—like turning the page in a book. Lift the LCD from its long edge closest to the volume buttons and gently flip it out of the rear case—like turning the page in a book. Set the LCD face down on the front panel. Set the LCD face down on the front panel. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/R5puEyqOvXOfWooc http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/GQpI4mgDyiMvPGAE Use the edge of a plastic opening tool to carefully flip up the retaining flaps on the two digitizer ribbon cable ZIF sockets. Use the edge of a plastic opening tool to carefully flip up the retaining flaps on the two digitizer ribbon cable ZIF sockets. Be sure you are prying up on the hinged retaining flaps, not the sockets themselves. Be sure you are prying up on the hinged retaining flaps, '''not''' the sockets themselves. The retaining flaps are highlighted in red in the second picture. The retaining flaps are highlighted in red in the second picture. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/sOjDOyxrblZC4KLj http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/WIMfjudEmSQHw6PL Use the edge of a plastic opening tool to peel the digitizer cable off the shields on the logic board. Use the edge of a plastic opening tool to peel the digitizer cable off the shields on the logic board. Carefully pull the digitizer cable off the adhesive securing it to the side of the rear case. Carefully pull the digitizer cable off the adhesive securing it to the side of the rear case. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/A5ba3YavJdNDIbxT http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/Yr5JuLJyEfUVjVhW Pull the digitizer ribbon cable straight out of its two sockets on the logic board. Pull the digitizer ribbon cable straight out of its two sockets on the logic board. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/q4FI2ubOww1SMWNF In order to remove the front panel assembly, the ribbon cable needs to slide out between the case and the LCD. You'll need to move the LCD to make some room. In order to remove the front panel assembly, the ribbon cable needs to slide out between the case and the LCD. You'll need to move the LCD to make some room. Be very careful when moving the LCD, and do not attempt to remove it from the iPad—its cable will remain connected while it is rotated over. Be very careful when moving the LCD, and do not attempt to remove it from the iPad—its cable will remain connected while it is rotated over. Lift the LCD from its long edge farthest from the digitizer cable and gently flip it toward the rear case—like closing a book. Lift the LCD from its long edge farthest from the digitizer cable and gently flip it toward the rear case—like closing a book. While holding the LCD up, gently slide the front panel away from the iPad. Be careful not to snag the digitizer cable on the rear case or LCD. While holding the LCD up, gently slide the front panel away from the iPad. Be careful not to snag the digitizer cable on the rear case or LCD. Set the LCD back into the body for safekeeping. Set the LCD back into the body for safekeeping. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/aoIQML5QhEcPTJA6 http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/nOFR1NISKHRyQbAk In order to work on the iPad's innards, we need to flip the LCD back out of the case. In order to work on the iPad's innards, we need to flip the LCD back out of the case. Lift the LCD from its long edge closest to the volume buttons and gently flip it out of the rear case—like turning the page in a book. Lift the LCD from its long edge closest to the volume buttons and gently flip it out of the rear case—like turning the page in a book. Set the LCD face down on a clean surface. You may want to rest it on a soft cloth to prevent scratches. Set the LCD face down on a clean surface. You may want to rest it on a soft cloth to prevent scratches. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/JuCPWeixCVtP6dUl Use a plastic opening tool to lift the display data cable lock upwards. Use a plastic opening tool to lift the display data cable lock upwards. Pull the display data cable out of its socket. Pull the display data cable out of its socket. Be careful not pull the connector upward as you disconnect it from its socket. Be careful not pull the connector upward as you disconnect it from its socket. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/pFUWlfXNMRFeUQiT http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/He1pAxTYQrXc66SS http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/XdfMZ2piIfJEq4qV Remove the LCD assembly from the rear panel assembly. Remove the LCD assembly from the rear panel assembly. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/Z4WRHFKMJEQjYAtn If present, use a plastic opening tool to help remove the piece of tape covering the end of the dock connector cable. If present, use a plastic opening tool to help remove the piece of tape covering the end of the dock connector cable. Use the edge of a plastic opening tool to carefully pry the dock connector cable's connector up from its socket on the logic board. Use the edge of a plastic opening tool to carefully pry the dock connector cable's connector up from its socket on the logic board. Peel the dock connector ribbon cable off the rear panel. Peel the dock connector ribbon cable off the rear panel. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/HB2mKZ5oYH1qKKMB http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/OXpFCacFvgQrHW4Q http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/PS55EIJqO6KmglEO Pry the speaker cable connector straight up from its socket on the logic board. Pry the speaker cable connector straight up from its socket on the logic board. Be careful to pry only the connector, not the socket on the logic board, or you may destroy the socket. Be careful to pry only the connector, not the socket on the logic board, or you may destroy the socket. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/YPBss4jHEIySRwwV Use the edge of a plastic opening tool to flip up the retaining flap on the headphone jack and front camera cable ZIF socket. Use the edge of a plastic opening tool to flip up the retaining flap on the headphone jack and front camera cable ZIF socket. Be sure you are prying upward on the hinged retaining flap, not the socket itself. Be sure you are prying upward on the hinged retaining flap, '''not''' the socket itself. Peel the headphone jack and front camera cable off the rear case. Peel the headphone jack and front camera cable off the rear case. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/oGY3CxgexBvG2jH1 http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/qYYkYpEj3gJRLJvY Pull the headphone jack and front camera ribbon cable straight out of its socket on the logic board. Pull the headphone jack and front camera ribbon cable straight out of its socket on the logic board. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/2WBGAdrQ1T3UiXka Use the edge of a plastic opening tool to flip up the retainer securing the control board cable connector to its socket on the logic board. Use the edge of a plastic opening tool to flip up the retainer securing the control board cable connector to its socket on the logic board. Pull the connector away from its socket on the logic board. Pull the connector away from its socket on the logic board. Do not lift the cable upward as you disconnect it. Do not lift the cable upward as you disconnect it. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/jRmpoSiOD5V413pp http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/2XlQilRNIKunDCjt Remove the two 2.1 mm Phillips screws securing the logic board bracket to the rear case near the digitizer cable socket. Remove the two 2.1 mm Phillips screws securing the logic board bracket to the rear case near the digitizer cable socket. Remove the logic board bracket from the rear case. Remove the logic board bracket from the rear case. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/pd5Y1PGQhSaDu1ZS http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/ffjTsu54UiZOsC1T Remove the remaining three 2.6 mm Phillips screws securing the logic board to the rear case. Remove the remaining three 2.6 mm Phillips screws securing the logic board to the rear case. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/AvOTpM4Hg2LSFZQM Use the edge of a plastic opening tool to gently pry the logic board up from the adhesive securing it to the rear case. Use the edge of a plastic opening tool to gently pry the logic board up from the adhesive securing it to the rear case. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/ANHTJp15gNJxOOFu Lift the logic board out from the rear case and tilt it slightly toward the battery. Lift the logic board out from the rear case and tilt it slightly toward the battery. Do not try to completely remove it just yet. There is still an antenna cable attached to it. Do not try to completely remove it just yet. There is still an antenna cable attached to it. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/RpB2EDrZIBTaprZD Use the edge of a plastic opening tool to pry the Wi-Fi antenna connector up from its socket on the logic board. Use the edge of a plastic opening tool to pry the Wi-Fi antenna connector up from its socket on the logic board. Remove the logic board from the iPad 2. Remove the logic board from the iPad 2. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/naMdsO5agq2v1rGV Reheat the iOpener in the microwave for one minute. Reheat the iOpener in the microwave for '''one minute'''. Remember to be careful not to overheat the iOpener during the repair procedure. Wait at least two minutes before reheating the iOpener, and never microwave it for more than one minute. Remember to be careful not to overheat the iOpener during the repair procedure. Wait at least two minutes before reheating the iOpener, and never microwave it for more than one minute. Place the heated iOpener on the back of the iPad just right of center (the side opposite the rear facing camera). Let it sit there for 90 seconds to soften the battery adhesive. Place the heated iOpener on the back of the iPad just right of center (the side opposite the rear facing camera). Let it sit there for 90 seconds to soften the battery adhesive. Move the iOpener to the center of the back of the iPad and let the iOpener sit for another 90 seconds. Move the iOpener to the center of the back of the iPad and let the iOpener sit for another 90 seconds. If the iOpener cools significantly between sittings, reheat it for another minute. If the iOpener cools significantly between sittings, reheat it for another minute. Move the iOpener to the left edge (the side with the rear facing camera) of the back of the iPad and let the iOpener sit for another 90 seconds. Move the iOpener to the left edge (the side with the rear facing camera) of the back of the iPad and let the iOpener sit for another 90 seconds. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/uHEM2UMUtJfYbxBB http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/5sHZRXELCDaWMO6b http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/IQhEDHTFqFOb13oV Starting with the battery cell closest to the dock connector, run a plastic opening tool underneath the edge of the battery closest to the logic board void to make enough room to insert the flat end of a spudger Starting with the battery cell closest to the dock connector, run a plastic opening tool underneath the edge of the battery closest to the logic board void to make enough room to insert the flat end of a spudger Run the flat end of a spudger along the two long sides of each battery cell to completely separate them from the adhesive securing them to the rear case. Run the flat end of a spudger along the two long sides of each battery cell to completely separate them from the adhesive securing them to the rear case. If the adhesive is very difficult to separate, reheat the rear panel and try again. If the adhesive is very difficult to separate, reheat the rear panel and try again. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/hGNvXJiKnKXT5cwS http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/AZChBlWLPLejOvt2 Before prying up the middle battery cell, use the edge of a plastic opening tool to lift the battery connector board away from the rear panel. Before prying up the middle battery cell, use the edge of a plastic opening tool to lift the battery connector board away from the rear panel. Do not excessively bend the battery connector board. Be especially careful when prying up around the screw post on the aluminum rear case. Do not excessively bend the battery connector board. Be especially careful when prying up around the screw post on the aluminum rear case. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/FD5REhr5CFZIwYcd Next use your spudger to separate the adhesive along the long sides of the middle battery cell. Next use your spudger to separate the adhesive along the long sides of the middle battery cell. Repeat the process for the final battery cell, reheating the case if necessary. Repeat the process for the final battery cell, reheating the case if necessary. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/eX5olrxiffGIVYNw Carefully lift the battery out of the rear panel and remove it from the iPad 2. Carefully lift the battery out of the rear panel and remove it from the iPad 2. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/qoyZB5SkWWknuuC4 Carefully peel up the dock connector and speaker cables to reveal the Wi-Fi antenna cable. Carefully peel up the dock connector and speaker cables to reveal the Wi-Fi antenna cable. Peel the Wi-Fi antenna cable off the rear panel. Peel the Wi-Fi antenna cable off the rear panel. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/NUIaHTUKMGNcgKak http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/MUD6EwGYFIU4HKkd Remove the following four screws: Remove the following four screws: Two 2.0 mm Phillips screws Two 2.0 mm Phillips screws Two 1.7 mm Phillips screws Two 1.7 mm Phillips screws http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/N3Ff3gV6r6TFJ5Iq Peel the Wi-Fi antenna off the speaker enclosure and remove it from the iPad 2. Peel the Wi-Fi antenna off the speaker enclosure and remove it from the iPad 2. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/wpIkJZPO1PcESYwR Peel the dock connector cable off the speaker cable. Peel the dock connector cable off the speaker cable. Be sure the small rings of EMI foam remain stuck to the dock connector cable. Be sure the small rings of EMI foam remain stuck to the dock connector cable. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/XU3KPfWdMoWrNR2f Use the edge of a plastic opening tool to peel up the edge of the large strip of tape securing the speaker assembly to the rear panel. Use the edge of a plastic opening tool to peel up the edge of the large strip of tape securing the speaker assembly to the rear panel. Use your fingers to peel the strip of tape off the speaker assembly. Use your fingers to peel the strip of tape off the speaker assembly. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/sFY2Pb52dJpMeEqa Remove the following two screws: Remove the following two screws: One 3 mm Phillips screw One 3 mm Phillips screw One 2.1 mm Phillips screw One 2.1 mm Phillips screw http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/laxiuAiEOHGm6tqW Use the edge of a plastic opening tool to help push the speaker assembly out from under the right side of the rear panel. Use the edge of a plastic opening tool to help push the speaker assembly out from under the right side of the rear panel. Remove the speaker assembly from the iPad 2. Remove the speaker assembly from the iPad 2. http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/RT62B31Q6AVrqIKt http://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/VrQ3guJgppNywojI

To reassemble your device, follow these directions in reverse and use our iPad 2 Wi-Fi Front Panel Adhesive strips guide to reattach the front panel.