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Circuit Board Housing Removal

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    • Locate the horizontal grip located on the back cover of the phone.

    • Slide the back cover down and off of the phone.

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    • Insert a plastic opening tool into the battery release point located above the battery.

    • Pull outwards in order to release the battery.

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    • Locate the 5 screws holding the body of the phone together.

    • The top screw will have a plastic cover, remove it using tweezers.

    • Using a Philips head screwdriver, twist counterclockwise to remove the screws.

    • Take special care with the screw located at the top of the phone. It is smaller and more likely to be damaged or improperly attached.

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    • Lift the back cover starting at the bottom of the phone.

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    • Remove the back cover completely from the phone.

Conclusion

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

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