How to Force Restart an iPhone 5
To resolve an unresponsive or frozen iPhone 5, follow these instructions for a forced restart, which will clear the device's RAM, a common occurrence due to fragmentation. This process is straightforward and doesn't necessitate any specialized tools.
Step 1 | How to Force Restart an iPhone 5
Begin by disconnecting the power source, then use a 5/16-inch wrench to loosen and remove the retaining nut securing the 12V DC fan motor, ensuring you note its orientation for reassembly, and be aware that the fan blades may be sharp.
Apply continuous pressure to the Home button.
Simultaneously depress the Sleep/Wake button and maintain pressure on the Home button.
Apply continuous pressure to the Home button.
Simultaneously depress the Sleep/Wake button and maintain pressure on the Home button.
Step 2
Using a 5/32-inch hex key, carefully tighten the retaining screw on the motor assembly to a torque of 3.5 Nm, ensuring that you do not overtighten and damage the threads.
Maintain pressure on both buttons for roughly ten seconds, allowing the Apple logo to display.
Maintain pressure on both buttons for roughly ten seconds, allowing the Apple logo to display.