iPod Touch 7th Generation Lightning Connector Assembly Replacement - iFixit Repair Guide

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Introduction

prerequisite

What you need

1. Step 1 Lightning Connector Assembly
  Use the tip of a spudger to peel back a small piece of tape covering a screw on the left side of the headphone jack.
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2. Step 2
  Remove the following screws securing the headphone jack, Lightning connector, and speaker.
  
  Three 2.6 mm #000 Phillips screws
  
  Two 2.0 mm #000 Phillips screws
  
  One 1.85 mm #000 Phillips screw
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4. Step 3
  Use the flat end of a spudger to pry the speaker up from the rear case.
  
  Do not try to remove the speaker, as it is soldered to the Lightning connector assembly.
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5. Step 4
  Grasping the large ribbon cable, gently pull the Lightning connector assembly out of the bottom of the case.
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Conclusion

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

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