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RCA RCT6272W23 Display Replacement

Introduction

In this guide, you will learn how to replace the display screen on your device

What you need

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    • Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove both 4.1 mm screws at the top of the device which hold it together.

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    • Press the plastic opening tool into the space between the front and back portions of the case.

    • Run it along the perimeter of the device to unhook the plastic tabs.

    • Gently pull both sides apart.

    • The speaker is connected to the back cover, so be careful when separating.

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    • Use a soldering iron to remove the soldered connections on the motherboard

    • For your safety and to ensure a correct repair, be sure to exercise caution when using the soldering iron.

    • For more information about soldering, check out this guide.

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    • Use a philips #00 screwdriver to unscrew the three 4.064mm screws which attach the motherboard to the front of the device.

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    • Use your fingers to pop the three black tabs up to release the flat plastic data transfer cables.

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    • Pull up the motherboard from the rest of the body.

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    • Using a plastic opening tool, pry the battery off of the rest of the body

    • The battery is taped on with double sided tape. It would be a good idea to have another strip to reattach the battery.

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    • Using a spudger, separate the display surface and the front cover

    • Be careful not to break the tabs that hold the display screen in place

    • A second spudger may be necessary to help hold the position of the display screen

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Conclusion

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

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