Introduction

If your photos appear blurry or the camera lens is visibly cracked or scratched, replacing the camera lens on your HTC Touch can restore photo clarity. This guide will show you how to safely remove and replace the rear camera lens using basic tools.

Warning: Make sure you are grounded whenever handling a circuit or logic board.

Before you begin this repair, make sure to power off your phone and disconnect the charger.

What you need

Step 1 Camera Lens

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Slide the back panel upward using the grip at the bottom until it releases.
Lift and remove the panel.

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Step 2

Use your fingers to grip the battery and remove it from its compartment.
Set it aside in a safe place.

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Step 3

Remove the 4 torx-head screws in the corners of the phone using the T5 Torx Screwdriver.
Keep the screws in a safe place so you don’t lose them.

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Step 4

Use the plastic opening tool to remove the front panel from the phone.
Place a spudger or an opening tool under the edge of the press connector and pry straight up to disconnect it.
Make sure to pry under the edge of the connector itself, and not under the socket on the board. Otherwise, you risk permanently damaging the socket.
To reconnect, align the connector carefully over its socket and press down with your fingertip—first on one of the short sides, then the other—until it clicks into place. Don't try to force the connector into place. If you're having trouble, reposition it and try again.

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Step 5

Unscrew the torx-head screws at the base of the LCD screen using the T5 Torx Screwdriver.

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Step 6

Seperate the motherboard from the black plastic casing.
Unplug the black and red wire from the motherboard.
Unplug the black and red wire from the black plastic casing.

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Step 7

Use a spudger to lift the black flap lock next to the orange ribbon cable and slide the cable from the socket.
Remove the LCD screen.

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Step 8

Place a spudger or an opening tool under the edge of the press connector and pry straight up to disconnect it.
Remove the camera lens from the motherboard using the plastic opening tool.
Align and insert the new camera lens into the opening. Press it into place until it is secure.

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Conclusion

You've successfully replaced your HTC Touch's camera lens! Test your camera to ensure the new lens works properly and your images are clear. To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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