Nokia 8290 Antenna Replacement

Introduction

Installing a new antenna may be necessary if you are having trouble sending and receiving calls. Installation should only be done as a last resort, after trying all other possible solutions as listed in the Nokia 8290 Troubleshooting Guide. Installation requires no prior knowledge of mobile phone antennas.

What you need

Step 1 Front Cover

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Locate the small button on the top of the phone.
Depress the button.
With your other hand, pull the front cover away from the phone.

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Step 2 Antenna

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Remove all six 5.3 mm long T6 screws.
Remove the circuit board/faceplate sub-assembly from the back of the phone.
Take care to place screws in a safe location.

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Step 3

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After removing the circuit board/faceplate sub-assembly, locate the antenna.
Remove the antenna by prying it out with your fingers or a prying tool. It may help to turn the back portion of the phone over to allow the antenna to fall away.

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