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iPod Touch 5th Generation Rear-Facing Camera Replacement

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    1. iPod Touch 5th Generation Rear-Facing Camera Replacement, Rear-Facing Camera: step 1, image 1 of 3 iPod Touch 5th Generation Rear-Facing Camera Replacement, Rear-Facing Camera: step 1, image 2 of 3 iPod Touch 5th Generation Rear-Facing Camera Replacement, Rear-Facing Camera: step 1, image 3 of 3
      • Insert the flat end of a spudger between the rear-facing camera and its frame.

      • Gently twist the spudger to free the camera.

      • Lift the rear-facing camera up out of its socket, and remove it from the iPod Touch.

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    2. iPod Touch 5th Generation Rear-Facing Camera Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 3 iPod Touch 5th Generation Rear-Facing Camera Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 3 iPod Touch 5th Generation Rear-Facing Camera Replacement: step 2, image 3 of 3
      • Gently slide the flat end of a spudger underneath the piece of foam tape covering the button ribbon cable.

      • Run the spudger along the full length of the tape to disconnect it from the rear case.

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    3. iPod Touch 5th Generation Rear-Facing Camera Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 iPod Touch 5th Generation Rear-Facing Camera Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2
      • Peel and remove the foam tape from the rear case of the iPod.

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    4. iPod Touch 5th Generation Rear-Facing Camera Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 3 iPod Touch 5th Generation Rear-Facing Camera Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 3 iPod Touch 5th Generation Rear-Facing Camera Replacement: step 4, image 3 of 3
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      • Use the tip of a spudger to peel up the edge of the tape covering the button ribbon cable.

      • Use tweezers or your fingers to peel the tape up from the rear case, and remove it from the iPod.

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Conclusion

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

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