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Motorola Defy XT Screen Replacement

Introduction

The screen is an essential component to all phones. There could be various instances when the screen of your phone begins to malfunction. The following guide will take you step by step on how to install a new screen on your Motorola Defy XT.

What you need

  1. Motorola Defy XT Screen Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Wedge the plastic opening tool in between the back cover and the body of the phone in the opening denoted by the arrow.

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  2. Motorola Defy XT Screen Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Once wedged in the opening, slide the opening tool sideways around the sides of the phone.

    • Remove the back cover and set it aside.

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  3. Motorola Defy XT Screen Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Insert the opening tool between the battery and the battery holder and wedge the battery out.

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  4. Motorola Defy XT Screen Replacement, SD Card: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Open the plastic cover with your finger, exposing the SD card.

    • Use the opening tool to grab the edge of the SD card and pull it straight out.

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  6. Motorola Defy XT Screen Replacement, Screen: step 5, image 1 of 2 Motorola Defy XT Screen Replacement, Screen: step 5, image 2 of 2

    • Use the Torx T4 screwdriver to remove the six 3 mm screws from the back case.

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  7. Motorola Defy XT Screen Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Use the plastic opening tool to pop the volume buttons off from the side of the phone.

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  8. Motorola Defy XT Screen Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Wedge the plastic opening tool between the plastic layer and the shiny front cover.

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  9. Motorola Defy XT Screen Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 1

    • Slide the plastic opening tool along the edge, wedging the the two pieces apart.

    • Potential for device damage: Do not completely separate the two pieces; there are still internal components that need to be disconnected.

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  10. Motorola Defy XT Screen Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 2 Motorola Defy XT Screen Replacement: step 9, image 2 of 2

    • Slide the screen out and disconnect the ribbon cable connecting the display to the motherboard by pulling straight outward.

    • Potential for device damage: Be careful when sliding out the screen because the front case and the motherboard are still connected by two other ribbon cables.

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    • Set the old screen aside and replace it with your new screen.

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Conclusion

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

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