Introduction
This guide will instruct how to replace the two front-facing cameras in an LG G8 ThinQ. You may want to replace these cameras if they are not working or have quality issues. Refer to our troubleshooting page to decide if this is the right repair for you.
This phone uses adhesive to increase the seal of the rear panel; this can be replaced to closer replicate factory fit and finish.
What you need
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Unplug and power off your phone before you begin.
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Insert the SIM card eject tool into the pinhole in the lower right side of the phone.
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Remove the SIM card and tray.
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Place the phone so that the screen is facing down.
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Insert opening cards between the back panel and frame of the phone to loosen the clips and adhesive.
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Using equal pressure, carefully pry the back panel away from the phone.
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Once enough space has been created, use an opening tool to completely separate the back panel from the phone.
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Remove all 14 screws from the midframe using a Phillips #000 screwdriver.
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Work an opening tool around the perimeter of the midframe to pry and remove it from the phone.
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Using an opening tool, carefully disconnect the ribbon cables from both cameras.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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