iPhone 8 Screen Replacement Guide

Tools Needed

• White Tip Double Zero or Triple Zero Screwdriver
• Basic Phillips Head Double Zero or Triple Zero Screwdriver
• Pentalobe Proprietary Screwdriver
• Set of Tweezers
• Plastic Prying Tool
• Suction Cup
• Triangular Plastic Tool
• Metallic Tool for Prying

Instructions

1. Power Down the Phone

• Ensure the phone is completely powered off.

2. Remove Pentalobe Screws

• Locate the two pentalobe screws near the charging port.
• Use the pentalobe screwdriver to remove both screws.

3. Use Suction Cup

• For a damaged screen, apply packing tape for a smooth surface.
• Place the suction cup near the home button.
• Pinch the sides of the phone and tug on the suction cup.

4. Insert Metal Tool

• Gently insert the metallic prying tool just below the home button.
• Make sure to go gently to avoid damaging internal components.
• Use the plastic prying tool to further separate the screen after initial gap is created.

5. Separate Screen

• Be cautious around the right side where two fragile cable connections are located.
• Tilt the screen to loosen the top slightly and separate the top portion.

6. Disconnect Components

• Top Camera Connection:
  • Remove shield secured with three Phillips head screws.
  • Lift the shield and disconnect the camera connection using a plastic prying tool.
• LCD Connection:
  • Remove shield secured with four Phillips head screws.
  • Disconnect the LCD and digitizer ribbon cables.

7. Remove Components from Old Screen

• Remove Bracket Holding Ear Speaker:
  • Remove three Phillips head screws securing the bracket.
  • Remove two screws securing the ear speaker to the screen.
• Remove Camera:
  • Gently lift and push the camera over to the left.
  • Pry out ambient sensors carefully using the metallic prying tool.
• Transfer Home Button:
  • Remove shield secured with four white tip screws around the home button.
  • Carefully lift and disconnect the home button cable.

8. Remove Shield from Screen

• Remove six tri-wing screws securing the shield.
• Peel back the shield slowly, as it may be glued at the bottom.

Reassembly Steps

1. Attach New Screen

• Lay the shield onto the new screen without tucking under cables.
• Secure with three white tip screws on each side.
• Tuck the home button cable underneath the screen and secure it.

2. Reattach Camera and Speaker

• Fold in two sensors and align them into their sockets.
• Reconnect the speaker using the two Philips head screws.
• Place the shield back over the camera and speaker, securing it with three Phillips head screws.

3. Reconnect Screen

• Align the top camera connection and secure it with three Phillips head screws.
• Reconnect the digitizer and screen connections, ensuring they click firmly into place.
• Cover both cables with a protective cover and secure with four Phillips head screws.

4. Close the Phone

• Clamp the phone by closing it like a book, applying pressure on both sides.
• Ensure everything clicks into place around the contour.

5. Final Steps

• Reinsert the two pentalobe screws near the charging port.
• Power on the phone and perform a test.

Conclusion

• This guide provides a step-by-step process for replacing the iPhone 8 screen.
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