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Motorola Moto G3 Motherboard Replacement

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Introduction

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In this guide we will be removing and replacing the motherboard, which is the main source for all the other guides.

What you need

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    • Use the plastic opening tool to open the back cover as shown in the photo.

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    • Heat an iOpener in the microwave for 30 seconds.

    • Place the heated iOpener on all four edges of the screen for approximately 2 minutes.

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    • Apply the plastic opening tool on the edge of the screen near the front camera.

    • After creating enough space, allow the opening tool to be inserted on the side of the phone.

    • Create another space on the other side of the screen.

    • Leave the opening tool inserted.

    • Carefully apply the larger plastic opening tool by sliding it through the longer edge of the screen.

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    • A strip will be attached to the motherboard as shown.

    • Using tweezers, carefully detach the strip from the motherboard.

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    • With a T4 screwdriver, remove the10 "yellow" 2mm screws and 4 "black" 2mm screws.

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    • Use the metal spudger and lift the back cover on the bottom side of the phone (this is attached to the motherboard).

    • Remove the motherboard from the device.

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Conclusion

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

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i broke my battery connectig port where we plug in the battery. What should i do?

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