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Alcatel Go Flip V Flip Phone Camera Replacement

Introduction

The 2 megapixel fixed focus rear camera is mounted in the display assembly and can be replaced.

What you need

  1. Alcatel Go Flip V Flip Phone Camera Replacement, Remove the Screen Cover: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Heat the screen cover with an iOpener, a heat gun or even a hair dryer to soften the adhesive holding it to the display frame.

    • Use caution with a heat gun as you could easily melt the plastic screen cover.

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  2. Alcatel Go Flip V Flip Phone Camera Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 Alcatel Go Flip V Flip Phone Camera Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Insert a curved razor blade under the screen cover to pry it open.

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  3. Alcatel Go Flip V Flip Phone Camera Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 Alcatel Go Flip V Flip Phone Camera Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Use plastic picks to separate the adhesive. Metal is not advised as it will scratch the plastic material the cover is made of. Add more heat as needed.

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  5. Alcatel Go Flip V Flip Phone Camera Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 2 Alcatel Go Flip V Flip Phone Camera Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the plastic screen cover.

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  6. Alcatel Go Flip V Flip Phone Camera Replacement, Remove the Rear Cover: step 5, image 1 of 2 Alcatel Go Flip V Flip Phone Camera Replacement, Remove the Rear Cover: step 5, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the four 3.5mm Phillips screws holding the rear cover in place.

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  7. Alcatel Go Flip V Flip Phone Camera Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 3 Alcatel Go Flip V Flip Phone Camera Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 3 Alcatel Go Flip V Flip Phone Camera Replacement: step 6, image 3 of 3

    • Starting at the hinge side, insert a metal opening tool between the rear cover and the display's frame.

    • Continue down the side of the phone, releasing clips as you go.

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    • Work your way across the bottom and up the other side.

    • And finally the rear cover is free.

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  9. Alcatel Go Flip V Flip Phone Camera Replacement, Remove the Camera: step 8, image 1 of 2 Alcatel Go Flip V Flip Phone Camera Replacement, Remove the Camera: step 8, image 2 of 2

    • Using a spudger, disconnect the camera's flex cable.

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  10. Alcatel Go Flip V Flip Phone Camera Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 2 Alcatel Go Flip V Flip Phone Camera Replacement: step 9, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the camera from the display.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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