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Sony Xperia XA1 Audio Jack Replacement

Introduction

This is a replacement guide for the audio jack for the Sony Xperia XA1.

One of the problems experienced with this phone is with the headphones not working and not transmitting sound anymore.

Before using this guide, be sure to check out the troubleshooting page to ensure the speaker needs to be replaced.

What you need

  1. Sony Xperia XA1 Audio Jack Replacement, Phone Back Cover: step 1, image 1 of 3 Sony Xperia XA1 Audio Jack Replacement, Phone Back Cover: step 1, image 2 of 3 Sony Xperia XA1 Audio Jack Replacement, Phone Back Cover: step 1, image 3 of 3

    • Using a hair dryer, apply heat evenly around the edges of the back of the phone. This will loosen the adhesive and allow you to remove the back panel.

    • As you're heating up the phone, begin to pry open the back starting from the middle, and going to the corners.

    • Do not apply heat in one area for too long.

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  2. Sony Xperia XA1 Audio Jack Replacement, Audio Jack: step 2, image 1 of 3 Sony Xperia XA1 Audio Jack Replacement, Audio Jack: step 2, image 2 of 3 Sony Xperia XA1 Audio Jack Replacement, Audio Jack: step 2, image 3 of 3

    • Use a Phillips #000 Screwdriver to remove the three 3 mm screws from the top bracket.

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  4. Sony Xperia XA1 Audio Jack Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 3 Sony Xperia XA1 Audio Jack Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 3 Sony Xperia XA1 Audio Jack Replacement: step 3, image 3 of 3

    • Use a spudger to gently pry the three tabs at the top of the phone and release the camera cover.

    • Gently lift the cover.

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  5. Sony Xperia XA1 Audio Jack Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 3 Sony Xperia XA1 Audio Jack Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 3 Sony Xperia XA1 Audio Jack Replacement: step 4, image 3 of 3

    • Use the Phillips #000 Screwdriver to remove the 3 mm screw to the left of the audio jack component.

    • Use an opening tool to lift the audio jack connector.

    • Pinch the connector and remove the audio jack.

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Conclusion

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

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