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Motorola Moto X 2nd Generation Power and Volume flex cable Replacement

Introduction

Before you begin, download the Rescue and Smart Assistant app to backup your device and diagnose whether your problem is software or hardware related.

What you need

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    • Remove SIM card tray.

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    • Remove back cover.

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    • Remove those two rubber cover.

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    • Release power connecting flex connector and battery connector.

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    • Twist off all 18 black torx screws and remove the middle housing from front assembly.

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    • Release power flex connector from connecting flex.

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    • Remove securing bracket and side buttons.

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    • Pry up and remove the power flex.

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Conclusion

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

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3 Comments

Followed your instructions. Volume works, power button still no go.

It clicks fine, but nothing happens..

Carlo Petermann - Reply

I have the same issue. Any ideas? Resolutions?

sagar bhale -

The screwdriver is T4 on my european moto X 2014, not T3!!

Clément Masci - Reply

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