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GSM iPad 2 with 16, 32, or 64 GB of storage, and a Dual Core A5 Processor. Model Number A1396. Repair is complicated and requires heat and prying.

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Best way to remove old adhesive

What is the best way to remove the old adhesive on an iPad 2 screen in order to help the new adhesive to adhere properly?

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What I would recommend, is to first scrape as much off as you can using an exact-o knife, then apply very small amounts of goo-gone to the remaining adhesive with Q-tips and rub it off. Its very important to get all the goo-gone off, or the new adhesive wont stick well.

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