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GoPro Hero4 Black Midframe Housing Replacement

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    • Remove the faceplate by carefully prying around the edge using a plastic opening tool. Loosen the clips on the edge, then pull the faceplate off.

    • Use the tweezers to lift the faceplate from the rest of the device.

    • The power button on the front of the GoPro may pop off. Ensure to align it properly during reassembly.

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    • Using a #00 Phillips head screwdriver, remove the following screws:

    • One 4.6 mm screw

    • Three 8.2 mm screws

    • Two 6.1 mm screws

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    • Insert a metal spudger between the back plastic housing and the camera board assembly. Working around the edge to be careful of the inner components, carefully remove the camera.

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    • Using tweezers, remove the ribbon strip by pulling on it. This will remove the connection.

    • Push down on the three wires with the metal spudger and the clip will disconnect from the motherboard.

    • The clip must be pulled up and away from the motherboard. Attempting to slide it out will damage the clip.

    • During reassembly, remove the black tape on the ribbon cable, turn the camera upside down so you can see the port, and reinsert the cable with tweezers. It's a lot easier!

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Conclusion

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

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