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LG VX5500 Audio Port Replacement

Introduction

If no sound comes from headphones that are plugged into the audio port, you may need to install a new one. Follow this guide to diagnose and resolve the issue.

What you need

  1. LG VX5500 Audio Port Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 3 LG VX5500 Audio Port Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 2 of 3 LG VX5500 Audio Port Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 3 of 3

    • Remove the battery cover by placing your thumb on the small ridge near the top of the phone back and push downward, exposing the battery.

    • Our device did not come with a battery cover so it is not shown here.

    • Remove the battery using your finger to pry it out of the battery housing.

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  2. LG VX5500 Audio Port Replacement, Audio Port: step 2, image 1 of 2 LG VX5500 Audio Port Replacement, Audio Port: step 2, image 2 of 2
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    • Remove the (2) rubber screw covers located near the hinge of the phone using tweezers or a thumb tack.

    • Unscrew the (4) 3.6mm screws using a #00 Phillip's head screw driver.

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    • Carefully pry off the phone's backing using a plastic opening tool.

    • Slip the tool into the crack between the keypad (front panel) and the back panel.

    • Slide the tool along the sides of the phone to detach the tabs holding the backing on.

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    • Locate the audio port; this is what it should look like.

    • The audio port is mounted and connected at 6 points. Check the integrity of these connections.

    • If any of the connections are dislodged or the audio port is damaged, desolder the port and install a new one.

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Conclusion

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

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