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iPhone 5c Logic Board Replacement

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    1. iPhone 5c Logic Board Replacement, Logic Board: step 1, image 1 of 2 iPhone 5c Logic Board Replacement, Logic Board: step 1, image 2 of 2
      • Use the flat end of a spudger to disconnect the audio control cable connector from its socket on the logic board.

      • Disconnect the rear facing camera cable connector from its socket on the logic board.

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      • A small piece of tape may obscure the logic board grounding clip. If so, use a pair of tweezers to remove the tape.

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      • Remove the following screws securing the logic board grounding clip to the rear case:

      • 1.2 mm Phillips #000 in the top side-wall

      • 2.5 mm Phillips #000

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      • Use tweezers to remove the logic board grounding clip.

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      • Remove the following screws securing the logic board to the rear case:

      • Two 2.3 mm Phillips screws

      • Three 2.7 mm standoff screws

      • Standoff screws are best removed using a standoff screwdriver or bit.

      • In a pinch, a small flathead screwdriver will do the job—but use extra caution to ensure it doesn't slip and damage surrounding components.

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      • Holding the phone level, lift the bottom end of the logic board up enough to grasp it with your fingers.

      • Pull the logic board away from the rear-facing camera just enough to expose the gold contact cap under the top end of the board.

      • Remove the gold-colored contact cap from the threaded post in the rear case, and set it aside.

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      • Flip the logic board up toward the volume control buttons to expose the antenna connector.

      • Do not try to remove the logic board from the rear case yet, as it is still connected by an antenna cable on the back.

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      • Disconnect the antenna connector from the back of the logic board.

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    9. iPhone 5c Logic Board Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 1
      • Remove the logic board from the rear case.

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Conclusion

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

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