iPhone 11 Screen Replacement Tutorial - How to fix your phone screen!

Introduction

In this tutorial, we'll guide you through the process of replacing a cracked or unresponsive screen on your iPhone 11. With the right tools and a bit of patience, you can restore your device without costly repair shop fees. This step-by-step guide is designed for beginners, ensuring you can follow along with ease.

Step 1: Prepare Your Workspace

• Power down your iPhone 11 to prevent any electrical issues during the repair.
• Gather the necessary tools:
  • Pentalobe screwdriver
  • Triwing screwdriver
  • Plastic spudger
  • Tweezers
  • Razor blade or thin knife
  • Isopropyl alcohol and a cleaning brush
  • Heavy object (like a mug) for support

Step 2: Remove the Bottom Screws

• Locate the two pentalobe screws at the bottom of the device.
• Use the pentalobe screwdriver to remove these screws and set them aside safely.

Step 3: Open the Display

• Insert a thin razor blade between the screen and the metal chassis to create a small gap.
• Carefully pry the screen away, creating a larger gap using a plastic spudger.
• Run the spudger along the edge to detach the screen from the chassis, focusing on the bottom and left edges.

Step 4: Disconnect the Battery

• Place a heavy object behind the phone for support.
• Remove the three screws securing the battery cover shield using the triwing screwdriver.
• Gently lift the shield with tweezers and disconnect the battery using a plastic spudger.

Step 5: Remove the Old Screen

• Remove the five triwing screws holding the shield for the front sensor and ear speaker.
• Disconnect the front sensor and ear speaker flex cables followed by the two display connectors (touch and LCD).
• Carefully detach the screen from the chassis.

Step 6: Clean the Chassis

• Use tweezers to remove any remaining adhesive from the chassis.
• Clean the edges with isopropyl alcohol and a cleaning brush or toothbrush to ensure a proper seal with the new screen.

Step 7: Prepare the New Screen

• Apply the new adhesive seal to the chassis, aligning it properly.
• Remove the first layer of protective film from the adhesive.

Step 8: Transfer Components to the New Screen

• Remove the ear speaker from the broken screen:
  • Unscrew the triwing screw and the three cross-head screws holding it in place.
  • Carefully unfold and detach the ear speaker from the flex cable.
• Lift and remove the proximity sensor, microphone, and ambient light sensor using tweezers after warming the area slightly with a hairdryer.

Step 9: Install Components on New Screen

• Attach the ear speaker and sensors to the new display:
  • Align and secure the proximity sensor, ambient light sensor, and microphone.
  • Reinsert the small metal bracket and secure the ear speaker with the previously removed screws.

Step 10: Test the New Display

• Connect the display flex cables to the logic board.
• Power on the device to test the new display and touch functionality before sealing it up.

Step 11: Reassemble the iPhone

• Secure the shields back in place:
  • Reattach the shield for the front sensors with the five triwing screws.
  • Reconnect the battery and secure its shield.
• Carefully press the new screen into place, ensuring it fits flush with the chassis.

Step 12: Finalize the Repair

• Replace the two pentalobe screws at the bottom of the device.
• Ensure everything is secure and the screen is properly seated.
• Power on the device to confirm the repair was successful.

Conclusion

Congratulations on successfully replacing your iPhone 11 screen! You’ve saved money and learned valuable repair skills. If you encounter any issues, review the steps or consult further resources. For ongoing tech tutorials, consider subscribing to our channel for more tips and tricks!