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LG G8 ThinQ Motherboard Replacement

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  1. LG G8 ThinQ Motherboard Replacement, SIM Card Tray: step 1, image 1 of 3 LG G8 ThinQ Motherboard Replacement, SIM Card Tray: step 1, image 2 of 3 LG G8 ThinQ Motherboard Replacement, SIM Card Tray: step 1, image 3 of 3

    • Unplug and power off your phone before you begin.

    • Insert the SIM card eject tool into the pinhole in the lower right side of the phone.

    • Remove the SIM card and tray.

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  2. LG G8 ThinQ Motherboard Replacement, Back Panel: step 2, image 1 of 3 LG G8 ThinQ Motherboard Replacement, Back Panel: step 2, image 2 of 3 LG G8 ThinQ Motherboard Replacement, Back Panel: step 2, image 3 of 3

    • Place the phone so that the screen is facing down.

    • Insert opening cards between the back panel and frame of the phone to loosen the clips and adhesive.

    • Using equal pressure, carefully pry the back panel away from the phone.

    • Once enough space has been created, use an opening tool to completely separate the back panel from the phone.

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  3. LG G8 ThinQ Motherboard Replacement, Midframe: step 3, image 1 of 3 LG G8 ThinQ Motherboard Replacement, Midframe: step 3, image 2 of 3 LG G8 ThinQ Motherboard Replacement, Midframe: step 3, image 3 of 3

    • Remove all 14 screws from the midframe using a Phillips #000 screwdriver.

    • Work an opening tool around the perimeter of the midframe to pry and remove it from the phone.

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  4. LG G8 ThinQ Motherboard Replacement, Speaker System: step 4, image 1 of 3 LG G8 ThinQ Motherboard Replacement, Speaker System: step 4, image 2 of 3 LG G8 ThinQ Motherboard Replacement, Speaker System: step 4, image 3 of 3

    • Using an opening tool, carefully pry out remove the speaker system from the phone.

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  6. LG G8 ThinQ Motherboard Replacement, Headphone Jack: step 5, image 1 of 3 LG G8 ThinQ Motherboard Replacement, Headphone Jack: step 5, image 2 of 3 LG G8 ThinQ Motherboard Replacement, Headphone Jack: step 5, image 3 of 3

    • Using an opening tool, carefully disconnect the ribbon cable connecting the 3.5mm audio jack to the motherboard.

    • Remove the screw holding the 3.5 mm audio jack in place using a Phillips #000 screwdriver.

    • Remove the audio jack from the phone.

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  7. LG G8 ThinQ Motherboard Replacement, Battery: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Flip phone so that screen is facing up.

    • Using a heating pad, hairdryer, or heat gun, apply heat to loosen the adhesive beneath the battery.

    • Be careful to not overheat the phone; the screen and battery are susceptible to damage.

    • The adhesive can be difficult to soften; it may take many attempts.

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  8. LG G8 ThinQ Motherboard Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 2 LG G8 ThinQ Motherboard Replacement: step 7, image 2 of 2

    • Using an opening tool, carefully pry up the ribbon cable to disconnect the battery.

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  9. LG G8 ThinQ Motherboard Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 3 LG G8 ThinQ Motherboard Replacement: step 8, image 2 of 3 LG G8 ThinQ Motherboard Replacement: step 8, image 3 of 3

    • Using opening cards or an opening tool, carefully pry around the edges of the battery.

    • If you have trouble prying up the battery, the adhesive may not be loose enough. Re-apply heat, or use some isopropyl alcohol under the battery, allowing it to penetrate for several minutes to weaken the adhesive.

    • Remove the battery from the phone.

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  10. LG G8 ThinQ Motherboard Replacement, Motherboard: step 9, image 1 of 2 LG G8 ThinQ Motherboard Replacement, Motherboard: step 9, image 2 of 2

    • Use an opening tool to disconnect the two coaxial cables from the motherboard.

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  11. LG G8 ThinQ Motherboard Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 3 LG G8 ThinQ Motherboard Replacement: step 10, image 2 of 3 LG G8 ThinQ Motherboard Replacement: step 10, image 3 of 3

    • Using an opening tool, carefully disconnect the screen ribbon cable from the motherboard.

    • Using an opening tool, carefully pry up the motherboard from the frame and remove it from the phone.

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Conclusion

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

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