Asus Zenfone Max M2 Screen Replacement
Before attempting repairs, ensure you have the correct tools and a replacement screen in hand to avoid any damage or complications.
- Verify your Asus Zenfone Max M2's symptoms: lines on the screen or non-responsive touch.
- Check the tools list and acquire all necessary components, including a replacement screen.
Step 1 | Remove back cover
Power down the device to prevent data loss and damage.
- Remove the SIM card tray.
Careful: Pry open the back cover starting at the SIM card slot, using a plastic pick.
- Work your way around the phone to detach the back cover.
Step 2 | Remove screws for top cross-bracket
Remove any adhesive tape covering the fingerprint sensor.
- Lift up the fingerprint sensor.
- Use a screwdriver to remove the three screws securing the bracket underneath.
Step 3 | Remove hardware below battery
Remove the 7 screws securing the speaker plastic, then pry it up.
- Disconnect the antenna cable
- Disconnect the interconnect cable near the battery
Be careful with the cables to avoid damage or short circuits.
- Remove the remaining screws holding the daughterboard, then remove it as shown
- Disconnect the connectors underneath the top bracket
Step 4 | Remove broken screen
Apply suction cups to pull back on broken screen.
- If the screen is heavily cracked, cover it with tape to improve suction cup grip and prevent glass shards from falling off.
- The screen is secured by tape; be gentle when detaching.
Reinstall the back cover for added leverage if necessary.
- During reassembly, test the new screen before applying adhesive:
- Reconnect display cables and power on your phone to ensure proper function.
- Power off your phone before continuing with reassembly.
Step 5 | Install 3M 9448A tape
Scrape off old adhesive residue from phone's front using a spudger.
- Set aside the old screen.
- Apply 3M 9448A tape to inside edge, covering as much surface area as possible.
Do not touch tape with fingers, as this will compromise adhesive strength.
- During reassembly, use a pair of tweezers to install new adhesive.
- Remove front backing and install new screen.
Step 6 | Attach new screen
Remove all packaging from the new screen.
- Thread the ribbon cable through the slot in the phone.
- Align and attach the new screen to the tape, using light pressure for secure adhesion.
- Flip the phone over.
Step 7 | Connect the new screen
Reinsert the charging circuit board.
- Reconnect the ribbon cable that spans the battery.
- Ensure the screen is securely connected to the phone's body.
Step 8 | Reassemble
- Snap the bottom plastic speaker back into place, then screw it in.
- Reattach the top cross-bracket and fingerprint sensor, securing with a screw.
- Reinstall the back cover and SIM card tray.
Step 9 | Enjoy your new screen!
Remove the plastic film from your new screen.
- Verify all phone functions are operational.
- Perform a thorough testing of the new screen.