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iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement

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  1. iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Remove the pentalobe screws: step 1, image 1 of 2 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Remove the pentalobe screws: step 1, image 2 of 2
    • Before you begin, discharge your iPhone battery below 25%. A charged lithium-ion battery can catch fire and/or explode if accidentally punctured.

    • Power off your iPhone before beginning disassembly.

    • Remove the two 6.7 mm-long pentalobe screws at the bottom edge of the iPhone.

    • Opening the iPhone's display will compromise its waterproof seals. Have replacement seals ready before you proceed past this step, or take care to avoid liquid exposure if you reassemble your iPhone without replacing the seals.

    Wie soll mann das Handy ausschalten wenn das Display defekt ist oder nicht angeht?

    Elias_Will Diamondblock - Reply

  2. iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Mark your opening picks: step 2, image 1 of 3 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Mark your opening picks: step 2, image 2 of 3 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Mark your opening picks: step 2, image 3 of 3
    • If inserted too far, an opening pick can damage your device. Follow this step to mark your pick and prevent damage.

    • Measure 3 mm from the tip and mark the opening pick with a permanent marker.

    • You can also mark the other corners of the pick with different measurements.

    • Alternatively, tape a coin to a pick 3 mm from the tip.

    Got to step 2 and realized the fix kit doesn't include an opening pick! Looks like a guitar pick, and I have those lying around. Is that expected? Looks like the pick is used in many steps below. There's a little blue crowbar that isn't mentioned in the instructions. Perhaps that replaces the opening pick?

    Sloan Looney - Reply

    Hi! I can't see which guide you were using when writing this comment. Can you reply here with which guide and fix kit you used?

    Clay Eickemeyer -

    I see you posted this in Meta. I hope it's resolved soon! In the meantime, a guitar pick may work well enough for your repair.

    Clay Eickemeyer -

    what fix kit?

    Meow Purr -

    My fix kit didn't include an opening pick either

    WILLIAM HARRIS - Reply

    Make sure you check inside the black boxes after emptying them. My pick was stuck inside one of the boxes.

    AndyF - Reply

    My AliExpress refurbished screen came with a pick that has a coin-like circle that pops out, so no modification was necessary

    Gijs Leegwater - Reply

  3. iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Tape over any cracks: step 3, image 1 of 3 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Tape over any cracks: step 3, image 2 of 3 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Tape over any cracks: step 3, image 3 of 3
    • If your iPhone has a cracked screen, keep further breakage contained and prevent bodily harm during your repair by taping over the glass.

    • Lay overlapping strips of clear packing tape over the iPhone's screen until the whole face is covered.

    • Wear safety glasses to protect your eyes from any glass shaken free during the repair.

    • If you can't get the suction cup to stick in the next few steps, fold a strong piece of tape (such as duct tape) into a handle and lift the screen with that instead.

    • If all else fails, you can superglue the suction cup to the screen.

  4. iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Anti-Clamp instructions: step 4, image 1 of 3 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Anti-Clamp instructions: step 4, image 2 of 3 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Anti-Clamp instructions: step 4, image 3 of 3
    Tool used on this step:
    Anti-Clamp
    $24.95
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    • The next three steps demonstrate the Anti-Clamp, a tool we designed to make the opening procedure easier. If you aren't using the Anti-Clamp, skip down three steps for an alternate method.

    • For complete instructions on how to use the Anti-Clamp, check out this guide.

    • Pull the blue handle backwards to unlock the Anti-Clamp's arms.

    • Slide the arms over either the left or right edge of your iPhone.

    • Position the suction cups near the bottom edge of the iPhone—one on the front, and one on the back.

    • Squeeze the cups together to apply suction to the desired area.

    • If you find that the surface of your iPhone is too slippery for the Anti-Clamp to hold onto, you can use tape to create a grippier surface.

  5. iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 3 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 3 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement: step 5, image 3 of 3
    • Pull the blue handle forward to lock the arms.

    • Turn the handle clockwise 360 degrees or until the cups start to stretch.

    • Make sure the suction cups remain aligned with each other. If they begin to slip out of alignment, loosen the suction cups slightly and realign the arms.

  6. iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 3 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 3 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement: step 6, image 3 of 3
    • Heat an iOpener and thread it through the arms of the Anti-Clamp.

    • You can also use a hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate—but extreme heat can damage the display and/or internal battery, so proceed with care.

    • Fold the iOpener so it lays on the bottom edge of the iPhone.

    • Wait one minute to give the adhesive a chance to release and present an opening gap.

    • Insert an opening pick into the gap under the screen and the plastic bezel, not the screen itself.

    • If the Anti-Clamp doesn't create a sufficient gap, apply more heat to the area and rotate the handle a quarter turn.

    • Don't crank more than a quarter turn at a time, and wait one minute between turns. Let the Anti-Clamp and time do the work for you.

    • Skip the next three steps.

  7. iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Heat the lower edge of the phone: step 7, image 1 of 1
    • Heating the lower edge of the iPhone helps soften the adhesive securing the display, making it easier to open.

    • Use a hairdryer or heat gun or prepare an iOpener and apply it to the lower edge of the iPhone for about a minute in order to soften up the adhesive underneath.

  8. iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 2 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement: step 8, image 2 of 2
    • If you're using a single suction handle, apply it to the bottom edge of the phone, while avoiding the curved portion of the glass.

  9. iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Lift the display slightly: step 9, image 1 of 3 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Lift the display slightly: step 9, image 2 of 3 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Lift the display slightly: step 9, image 3 of 3
    • Pull up on the suction cup with firm, constant pressure to create a slight gap between the front panel and rear case.

    • Insert an opening pick into the gap.

    • The watertight adhesive holding the display in place is very strong; creating this initial gap takes a significant amount of force. If you're having a hard time opening a gap, apply more heat, and gently rock the screen up and down to weaken the adhesive until you create enough of a gap to insert your tool.

  10. iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Separate the screen adhesive: step 10, image 1 of 3 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Separate the screen adhesive: step 10, image 2 of 3 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Separate the screen adhesive: step 10, image 3 of 3
    • Slide the opening pick around the lower left corner and up the left edge of the iPhone, slicing through the adhesive holding the display in place.

    • Don't insert your pick more than 3 mm, as you may damage internal components.

  11. iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Screen information: step 11, image 1 of 1
    • There's a delicate cable along the right edge of your iPhone. Don't insert your pick here, as you may damage the cable.

  12. iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement: step 12, image 1 of 3 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement: step 12, image 2 of 3 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement: step 12, image 3 of 3
    • Re-insert your pick at the bottom edge of the iPhone, and slide it up the right side to continue separating the adhesive.

    • Don't insert your pick more than 3 mm, as you may damage the display cables.

  13. iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement: step 13, image 1 of 3 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement: step 13, image 2 of 3 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement: step 13, image 3 of 3
    • The top edge of the display is secured with both glue and clips.

    • Gently pull the right edge of the display down slightly (in the direction of the Lightning port).

    • Insert your pick into the top-right corner of the phone.

  14. iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement: step 14, image 1 of 2 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement: step 14, image 2 of 2
    • Continue pulling the display down (toward the Lightning port) as needed in order to make a gap large enough for the pick.

    • Slide the pick to the top left corner and cut any remaining adhesive securing the display.

    • Don't insert your pick more than 3 mm, as you may damage the front panel sensor array.

  15. iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Remove the suction cup: step 15, image 1 of 1
    • Pull on the small nub on the suction cup to remove it from the front panel.

  16. iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Open the iPhone: step 16, image 1 of 3 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Open the iPhone: step 16, image 2 of 3 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Open the iPhone: step 16, image 3 of 3
    • Open the iPhone by swinging the display up from the left side, like the back cover of a book.

    • Don't try to fully separate the display yet, as several fragile ribbon cables still connect it to the iPhone's logic board.

    • Lean the display against something to keep it propped up while you're working on the phone.

    • During reassembly, lay the display in position, align the clips along the top edge, and carefully press the top edge into place before snapping the rest of the display down. If it doesn't click easily into place, check the condition of the clips around the perimeter of the display and make sure they aren't bent.

  17. iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Unscrew the battery connector cover: step 17, image 1 of 2 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Unscrew the battery connector cover: step 17, image 2 of 2
    Tool used on this step:
    Magnetic Project Mat
    $19.95
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    • Remove two 1.3 mm long Y000 screws securing the battery cover bracket.

    • Throughout this repair, keep track of each screw and make sure it goes back exactly where it came from to avoid damaging your iPhone.

    • During reassembly, this is a good point to power on your iPhone and test all functions before you seal the display in place. Be sure to power your iPhone back down completely before you continue working.

    My Y000 didn’t work on my screws. Does anyone know why?!

    Ivan - Reply

  18. iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Remove the battery connector cover: step 18, image 1 of 1
    • Remove the bracket.

  19. iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Disconnect the battery: step 19, image 1 of 2 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Disconnect the battery: step 19, image 2 of 2
    • Use a spudger or a clean fingernail to pry the battery connector up from its socket on the logic board.

    • Try not to damage the black silicone seal surrounding this and other board connections. These seals provide extra protection against water and dust intrusion.

    • Bend the connector slightly away from the logic board to prevent it from accidentally making contact with the socket and providing power to the phone during your repair.

    The second connection from the battery to the daughterboard should also be disconnected even just as an extra precaution.

    Keegen Payne - Reply

  20. iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Unscrew the logic board cover screws: step 20, image 1 of 2 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Unscrew the logic board cover screws: step 20, image 2 of 2
    • Use a Y000 driver to remove six 1.3 mm screws securing the logic board cover bracket.

    What do you do if one of the screws gets stripped? I can get it out.

    Zach - Reply

    Solder a paper clip to it

    Akeem Scrubb -

  21. iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Remove the logic board cover bracket: step 21, image 1 of 1
    • Remove the bracket.

  22. iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Disconnect the OLED display cable: step 22, image 1 of 2 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Disconnect the OLED display cable: step 22, image 2 of 2
    • Use a spudger or a fingernail to disconnect the OLED panel cable connector.

    • To re-attach press connectors like this one, carefully align and press down on one side until it clicks into place, then repeat on the other side. Do not press down on the middle. If the connector is misaligned, the pins can bend, causing permanent damage.

  23. iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Disconnect the front sensors + digitizer: step 23, image 1 of 3 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Disconnect the front sensors + digitizer: step 23, image 2 of 3 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Disconnect the front sensors + digitizer: step 23, image 3 of 3
    • Use a spudger or a fingernail to disconnect the front sensor assembly cable connector.

    • Use a spudger or a fingernail to disconnect the digitizer cable connector.

    • If any part of your screen doesn't respond to touch after your repair, disconnect the battery and then re-seat this connector, making sure it clicks fully into place and that there's no dust or other obstruction in the socket.

  24. iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Remove the display assembly: step 24, image 1 of 1
  25. iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Unscrew the Face ID flex cable bracket: step 25, image 1 of 2 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Unscrew the Face ID flex cable bracket: step 25, image 2 of 2
    • Use a Y000 driver to remove the two 1.5 mm screws on the left side of the rear camera cover.

  26. iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Remove the bracket: step 26, image 1 of 2 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Remove the bracket: step 26, image 2 of 2
    • Remove the Face ID flex cable bracket.

    • During re-assembly, reinstall the bracket so that it keeps the flex cables separate from the battery. Don't try to slide it between the flex cables and the logic board/camera area.

  27. iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Unscrew the rear camera cover: step 27, image 1 of 2 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Unscrew the rear camera cover: step 27, image 2 of 2
    • Use a Y000 driver to remove the two 1.2 mm screws securing the rear camera cover.

  28. iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Remove the camera cover: step 28, image 1 of 3 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Remove the camera cover: step 28, image 2 of 3 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Remove the camera cover: step 28, image 3 of 3
    • Lift the camera cover from the edge closest to the battery, and remove it.

    • To reinstall the camera cover, follow the images exactly in reverse: first, lower the outside edge until the two protruding tabs on the cover slot securely into the bracket on the outer edge of the camera module. Then, hinge the cover closed.

    • If the two tabs are not seated correctly, the cover will not lay flat.

  29. iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Disconnect two cameras: step 29, image 1 of 3 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Disconnect two cameras: step 29, image 2 of 3 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Disconnect two cameras: step 29, image 3 of 3
    • Use a spudger or a fingernail to disconnect the first two camera cable connectors by prying them straight up from their sockets.

  30. iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Disconnect the third camera: step 30, image 1 of 2 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Disconnect the third camera: step 30, image 2 of 2
    • Use a spudger to disconnect the third camera—its connector lies underneath the cable you disconnected in the previous step.

  31. iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Loosen the camera assembly: step 31, image 1 of 2 iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Loosen the camera assembly: step 31, image 2 of 2
    • Slide the point of your spudger under the left edge of the camera assembly.

    • Gently lift up to lever the cameras out of the iPhone.

    • The camera assembly is not glued down, but it is firmly press-fit into place.

  32. iPhone 11 Pro Max Rear-Facing Cameras Replacement, Remove the camera assembly: step 32, image 1 of 1
    • Remove the rear-facing camera assembly.

    رائع جدا جدا جدا

    احمد السعيدات - Reply

Conclusion

Compare your new replacement part to the original part—you may need to transfer remaining components or remove adhesive backings from the new part before installing.

To reassemble your device, follow the above steps in reverse order.

Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.

Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our iPhone 11 Pro Max Answers community for help.

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Great guide, everything worked well. Was able to replace the rear camera on the iPhone 11 pro max w/o any problems.

Cal - Reply

رائع جدا لتخيير شاشة

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