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iPad Mini 3 Left Antenna Cable Replacement

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What you need

  1. iPad Mini 3 Left Antenna Cable Replacement, Left Antenna Cable: step 1, image 1 of 1
    • Remove the following Phillips #00 screws from the left antenna:

    • One 2.6 mm screw

    • Two 1.5 mm screws

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    • Use the flat end of a spudger to loosen the foam adhesive securing the Wi-Fi antenna to the left speaker.

  3. iPad Mini 3 Left Antenna Cable Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 iPad Mini 3 Left Antenna Cable Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2
    • Use the flat end of a spudger to fold the wide left-hand piece of tape away from the left speaker.

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    • Use the tip of a spudger to pry the antenna cable tape up from the rear case of the iPad.

    • Gently pull the antenna cable out of the way as you work along the piece of tape to free it and keep it from resealing.

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    • Pull the antenna cable from the clip behind the Lightning connector.

Conclusion

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

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