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Sony Ericsson Xperia Play Touch Screen Glass Digitizer Replacement

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Sony Ericsson Xperia Play Touch Screen Glass Digitizer Replacement

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If you touchscreen / digitizer is broken or not working, with this manual we will show you how to replace it.


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      • Remove the battery cover and the battery.

      • Unscrew the 7x black screws and 6x silver screws.

      • Remove the rear bezel.

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      • after removing the 2x black philips screws, use a plastic tool to disconnect the main flex cable connector.

      • Disconnect the gaming keyboard flex cable.

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      • Remove the motherboard and the gaming keyboard.

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      • Remove the 4x philips screws and the small black sticker on the corner.

      • Disconnect the touchscreen flex cable connector.

      • Disassemble the front bezel.

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      • To separate the touchscreen from the base bezel use hot air and plastic tools.

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      • Use double side adhesive tape to assemble the touch screen.

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Conclusion

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

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