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Disassembling LG Vortex

  1. Disassembling LG Vortex, Disassembly of LG Vortex: step 1, image 1 of 1
    • Power the phone off

    • The power button is located on top of the phone

  2. Disassembling LG Vortex: step 2, image 1 of 3 Disassembling LG Vortex: step 2, image 2 of 3 Disassembling LG Vortex: step 2, image 3 of 3
    • Using the blu plastic opening tool find the two thumbnail ridges. One is next to the micro SD slot, and the other is at the top of the phone.

    • Once the ridges are located and the back cover is loose, remove the back cover and set it to the side.

  3. Disassembling LG Vortex: step 3, image 1 of 1
    • Remove the battery. There is a small thumbnail ridge at the top left corner of the battery for ease of removal. Use the small pry bar for extra leverage if needed.

    • Use the precision screwdriver to remove the 6 screws along the edges of the phone.

    • There are 2 screws at the top in each corner, 2 in the middle on the sides, and 2 in the bottom corners.

    • Place the screws in the small container to ensure they aren't lost.

  4. Disassembling LG Vortex: step 5, image 1 of 3 Disassembling LG Vortex: step 5, image 2 of 3 Disassembling LG Vortex: step 5, image 3 of 3
    • Use the pry bar tool to remove the back frame.

    • The best place to find leverage to pry is at the micro SD slot. Push the cover for the SD slot down and pry the frame away from the face.

    • Pry your way around the entire phone to separate the face from the frame.

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