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Nokia XL Dual Sim Front Camera Replacement

Introduction

Use this guide on your quest to becoming a "selfie master" by replacing a damaged or non-functioning front facing camera on your Nokia XL Dual Sim.

What you need

  1. Nokia XL Dual Sim Front Camera Replacement, Back Cover Removal: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • You will first need to separate the back cover from the device.

    • Gently pry open each side of the device at the indicated locations. It is best to use a plastic opening tool or similar tool.

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  2. Nokia XL Dual Sim Front Camera Replacement, Battery Removal: step 2, image 1 of 2 Nokia XL Dual Sim Front Camera Replacement, Battery Removal: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the back cover.

    • Use a plastic opening tool to lift the battery. Then, remove it.

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  4. Nokia XL Dual Sim Front Camera Replacement, Screen Separation part 1: step 3, image 1 of 2 Nokia XL Dual Sim Front Camera Replacement, Screen Separation part 1: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • To access the inner components of the device, remove the various screws. Keep them separate, and organize them by size.

    • You will need a T5 Precision Torx screw driver to remove the screws.

    • The locations of the T5x3.4mm screws are indicated in the picture.

    • The locations of the T5x4.1mm screws are indicated in the picture.

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  5. Nokia XL Dual Sim Front Camera Replacement, Screen Separation part 2: step 4, image 1 of 3 Nokia XL Dual Sim Front Camera Replacement, Screen Separation part 2: step 4, image 2 of 3 Nokia XL Dual Sim Front Camera Replacement, Screen Separation part 2: step 4, image 3 of 3

    • Use the plastic opening tool to gently pry the device apart.

    • There are flaps on both sides of the phone as indicated in the picture. This is what you will need to pry apart.

    • Please be cautious when opening the device. There are various connectors inside the device that must be handled with care.

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  6. Nokia XL Dual Sim Front Camera Replacement, System components: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Once the device is open, take note of all the components.

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  7. Nokia XL Dual Sim Front Camera Replacement, Camera Removal: step 6, image 1 of 3 Nokia XL Dual Sim Front Camera Replacement, Camera Removal: step 6, image 2 of 3 Nokia XL Dual Sim Front Camera Replacement, Camera Removal: step 6, image 3 of 3

    • With Tweezers, gently unsnap the front camera motherboard connector.

    • The front camera component can now be gently removed.

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Conclusion

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

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