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Motorola Xoom Wifi Earphone Port Replacement

Introduction

As this replacement guide works on an internal component of the Xoom Wifi, completion of prior steps to remove external parts is necessary.

What you need

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    • There are two 6.6 mm screws that hold ports into place as well as the back panel. Remove these with a T5 Torx screwdriver.

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    • Apply light pressure with hand and slide the back plate till it stops in this position.

    • There is a flex clip on both sides that need to be pushed down in order for the plate to slide off completely. Use a plastic opening tool to release the flex clips. They are located under the back cover near the sides.

    • As soon as the clips are released the back should slide off.

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    • Remove last two 4.2 mm screws from the remaining back piece with a T5 Torx screwdriver.

    • Once both screws are taken out, lift the rest of the backing out of the way.

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    • Remove one screw with a T-5 bit.

    • Lift the black casing off of the ports.

    • Remove earphone port from the motherboard.

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Conclusion

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

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