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Introduction

If for some reason, your screen is dysfunctional, you can replace it. Since it is near the bottom of the camera, it is not easy to replace. Grab your screwdrivers and tweezers and let's go!

What you need

Step 1 Casing

GoPro Hero LCD Screen Replacement, Casing: step 1, image 1 of 1

Power off your GoPro before beginning disassembly.
Unclip the black latch to the camera case and open the case.

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Step 2

Gently pry the back open by inserting a metal spudger between the case and back panel.

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Step 3

Disconnect the battery from the motherboard by unplugging the red, white, and black wires from the white adapter.

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Step 4

Disconnect the ribbon cable from the lens by lifting the black latch and gently pulling the ribbon cable from the socket.

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Step 5

Use a Phillips screwdriver (PH000) to remove the four screws around the white plastic piece.
Make sure to keep track of these screws as they are very small.

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Step 6

Carefully remove the motherboard and white plastic piece from the case.

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Step 7 LCD Screen

GoPro Hero LCD Screen Replacement, LCD Screen: step 7, image 1 of 2

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Remove the larger ribbon cable from the daughter board by lifting the black latch and pulling the ribbon cable gently from the socket.
Disconnect the smaller ribbon cable leading from the white plastic piece by simply pulling it from the socket.

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