iPhone 6 Plus Audio Control and Rocker Switch Cable Replacement
Follow these instructions to substitute the cable connecting the audio control and rocker switch.
Step 1 | Pentalobe Screws
To prevent a potential fire or explosion hazard due to puncture, ensure the lithium-ion battery's charge level is less than 25% prior to beginning any disassembly procedures on your iPhone.
To prevent electrical shock or damage, ensure the iPhone is completely de-energized prior to starting the repair process.
Using a Pentalobe screwdriver, detach the two screws measuring 3.6 mm located adjacent to the Lightning connector.
To prevent electrical shock or damage, ensure the iPhone is completely de-energized prior to starting the repair process.
Using a Pentalobe screwdriver, detach the two screws measuring 3.6 mm located adjacent to the Lightning connector.
Step 2 | Anti-Clamp instructions
For those utilizing the Anti-Clamp tool, the following two actions illustrate its use to simplify the opening process; otherwise, proceed directly to the instructions three steps further down for an alternative approach.
Refer to the included guide for detailed procedures regarding Anti-Clamp operation.
To release the Anti-Clamp's arms, move the blue handle in a rearward direction.
Position the arms so they clear the left or right side of the iPhone, then move them into place.
Affix two suction cups, one to the front and one to the rear surface of the iPhone, close to the lower edge, situated directly above the home button.
Apply vacuum by pressing the cups firmly against the surface needing treatment.
To enhance the Anti-Clamp's grip if the iPhone's exterior feels excessively smooth, apply adhesive tape to the device's surface.
Refer to the included guide for detailed procedures regarding Anti-Clamp operation.
To release the Anti-Clamp's arms, move the blue handle in a rearward direction.
Position the arms so they clear the left or right side of the iPhone, then move them into place.
Affix two suction cups, one to the front and one to the rear surface of the iPhone, close to the lower edge, situated directly above the home button.
Apply vacuum by pressing the cups firmly against the surface needing treatment.
To enhance the Anti-Clamp's grip if the iPhone's exterior feels excessively smooth, apply adhesive tape to the device's surface.
Step 3
Moving the blue handle in a forward direction will engage the locking mechanism for the arms.
Rotate the handle fully, completing a 360-degree turn, observing for the initial signs of cup expansion.
Maintain parallel positioning of the suction cups; should misalignment occur, gently release the suction cups' hold and reposition the arms.
Once sufficient space is created by the Anti-Clamp, carefully slide a prying tool or opening pick beneath the display.
To ensure adequate space, reposition the handle by 90 degrees if the Anti-Clamp's current position isn't providing enough clearance.
Allow the Anti-Clamp device to function, pausing for several seconds and limiting each rotation to a maximum of 90 degrees to ensure proper seating.
Rotate the handle fully, completing a 360-degree turn, observing for the initial signs of cup expansion.
Maintain parallel positioning of the suction cups; should misalignment occur, gently release the suction cups' hold and reposition the arms.
Once sufficient space is created by the Anti-Clamp, carefully slide a prying tool or opening pick beneath the display.
To ensure adequate space, reposition the handle by 90 degrees if the Anti-Clamp's current position isn't providing enough clearance.
Allow the Anti-Clamp device to function, pausing for several seconds and limiting each rotation to a maximum of 90 degrees to ensure proper seating.
Step 4 | Front Panel Assembly
Carefully employ a suction cup to raise the front panel.
Securely affix a suction cup to the display surface, positioning it directly over the home button area.
Ensure the screen is firmly seated against the cup to create a complete seal.
To facilitate suction cup attachment when the display has severe cracking, apply a sheet of clear packing tape across the damaged area; as an alternative, a robust adhesive tape can be used in place of the suction cup. Should neither of these methods work, superglue can be employed to secure the suction cup directly to the fractured screen.
Securely affix a suction cup to the display surface, positioning it directly over the home button area.
Ensure the screen is firmly seated against the cup to create a complete seal.
To facilitate suction cup attachment when the display has severe cracking, apply a sheet of clear packing tape across the damaged area; as an alternative, a robust adhesive tape can be used in place of the suction cup. Should neither of these methods work, superglue can be employed to secure the suction cup directly to the fractured screen.
Step 5
Using one hand to secure the iPhone, lift the suction cup vertically to gently create a small gap between the front panel and the device's back cover.
Exercise caution and use steady, even pressure when installing the display assembly, as its tolerances are significantly less forgiving than those typically found in other devices.
Carefully separate the rear case from the display assembly by gently levering it downwards with a plastic opening tool, maintaining upward traction on the display using a suction cup.
To release the front panel assembly from the rear case, carefully disengage the multiple retaining clips, employing both the suction cup and plastic opening tool as needed.
Exercise caution and use steady, even pressure when installing the display assembly, as its tolerances are significantly less forgiving than those typically found in other devices.
Carefully separate the rear case from the display assembly by gently levering it downwards with a plastic opening tool, maintaining upward traction on the display using a suction cup.
To release the front panel assembly from the rear case, carefully disengage the multiple retaining clips, employing both the suction cup and plastic opening tool as needed.
Step 6
To detach the suction cup, depress the plastic projection that maintains the airtight seal.
Detach the display assembly's suction cup.
Detach the display assembly's suction cup.
Step 7
Gently pivot the front panel assembly upward, using the phone's upper edge as a fulcrum to separate the home button end from the rear case.
Carefully position the display at a roughly 90-degree angle, then secure it in an upright position using a support to prevent movement during the repair process.
To avoid stressing the display's wiring during the repair process, secure it with a rubber band.
As a temporary substitute, an unused, sealed can of soda can be employed to support the display during the repair.
Carefully position the display at a roughly 90-degree angle, then secure it in an upright position using a support to prevent movement during the repair process.
To avoid stressing the display's wiring during the repair process, secure it with a rubber band.
As a temporary substitute, an unused, sealed can of soda can be employed to support the display during the repair.
Step 8
The front panel assembly pivots outward, resembling a book opening, due to multiple clips situated along its upper edge, which collectively function as a partial hinge.
Position the clips beneath the rear case's upper border, then advance the front panel vertically until its superior edge is level with the rear case's top edge.
Position the clips beneath the rear case's upper border, then advance the front panel vertically until its superior edge is level with the rear case's top edge.
Step 9
Using a Phillips screwdriver, detach the battery connector bracket by unscrewing the included fasteners.
A single screw, measuring 2.3 millimeters, is required.
A single screw, measuring 3.1 millimeters, is required.
A single screw, measuring 2.3 millimeters, is required.
A single screw, measuring 3.1 millimeters, is required.
Step 10
Detach the bracket securing the battery connector using a tri-point screwdriver, ensuring no damage occurs to surrounding components.
Step 11
Carefully lift the battery connector away from its corresponding socket on the logic board, employing either a clean fingernail or the tip of a specialized opening tool to avoid damage.
To avoid damaging the logic board, apply lifting force solely to the battery connector; applying force to the socket itself risks irreversible connector breakage.
To avoid damaging the logic board, apply lifting force solely to the battery connector; applying force to the socket itself risks irreversible connector breakage.
Step 12
Using a Phillips screwdriver, detach the cable bracket from the front panel assembly by unscrewing the screws that hold it in place.
Use three screws, each measuring 1.2 millimeters.
Use a 1.5-millimeter screw.
A single screw, measuring 2.9 millimeters, is required.
Inserting screws with a length exceeding the specified size into the screw holes identified by the red markings risks causing permanent damage to the logic board.
Use three screws, each measuring 1.2 millimeters.
Use a 1.5-millimeter screw.
A single screw, measuring 2.9 millimeters, is required.
Inserting screws with a length exceeding the specified size into the screw holes identified by the red markings risks causing permanent damage to the logic board.
Step 13
Detach the bracket securing the front panel assembly cable to the logic board.
Step 14
When proceeding with the following four steps, ensure that lifting force is applied solely to the cable connectors themselves, avoiding any pressure on the sockets they connect to on the logic board.
Carefully maintain support for the front panel and then, using a fingernail or a thin opening tool, separate the connector that links the front camera and earpiece speaker.
Carefully maintain support for the front panel and then, using a fingernail or a thin opening tool, separate the connector that links the front camera and earpiece speaker.
Step 15
Carefully detach the connector securing the home button cable.
Step 16
Prior to either detaching or reattaching the cable in this procedure, ensure the battery is disconnected.
Carefully detach the display data cable connector using a plastic opening tool.
Should the display data cable become detached from its connector during reassembly, a blank screen or white lines may appear upon powering on the device; to resolve this, re-establish the cable's connection and restart the phone, preferably by disconnecting and reconnecting the battery connector to ensure a complete power cycle.
Carefully detach the display data cable connector using a plastic opening tool.
Should the display data cable become detached from its connector during reassembly, a blank screen or white lines may appear upon powering on the device; to resolve this, re-establish the cable's connection and restart the phone, preferably by disconnecting and reconnecting the battery connector to ensure a complete power cycle.
Step 17
Carefully detach the digitizer cable connector.
To avoid damaging the digitizer, ensure the connector is properly seated by applying pressure to its opposing ends, rather than the central area; central pressure can deform the component.
To avoid damaging the digitizer, ensure the connector is properly seated by applying pressure to its opposing ends, rather than the central area; central pressure can deform the component.
Step 18
Detach the front panel assembly from the rear case.
Step 19 | Battery
Carefully separate the adhesive securing the battery by lifting the bottom right corner of the battery's adhesive tab.
Exercise caution and use either your fingertips or a tool with a rounded, non-sharp tip to avoid damaging components, especially when in the vicinity of the lithium-ion battery; a puncture to this battery type poses a risk of releasing hazardous substances and potentially igniting a fire.
Exercise caution and use either your fingertips or a tool with a rounded, non-sharp tip to avoid damaging components, especially when in the vicinity of the lithium-ion battery; a puncture to this battery type poses a risk of releasing hazardous substances and potentially igniting a fire.
Step 20
To prevent the strips from adhering and tearing, maintain their flatness and avoid creases throughout this step.
Gently draw the adhesive strip, extending it downwards along the iPhone's length, separating it from the battery surface with a slow, controlled motion.
Gently extend the strip to allow for give before applying additional force; if resistance isn't noticeable, reduce the pulling pressure to prevent breakage.
Gently draw the strip outwards, maintaining a shallow angle to prevent the adhesive from adhering to any nearby parts along the phone's bottom edge.
Avoid applying pressure to the battery while removing the strip.
Apply gentle, consistent tension to the strip; it is designed to extend significantly beyond its initial size. Maintain this slow, steady force until the strip detaches and clears from beneath the battery.
Should the battery's adhesive strips tear apart while removing it, carefully gather any detached adhesive fragments with your fingers or a tool possessing a flat, non-piercing edge, then proceed with the extraction.
Should the adhesive securing the battery tear or become inaccessible during removal, carefully detach any visible portions of the strips and continue with the subsequent steps.
Gently draw the adhesive strip, extending it downwards along the iPhone's length, separating it from the battery surface with a slow, controlled motion.
Gently extend the strip to allow for give before applying additional force; if resistance isn't noticeable, reduce the pulling pressure to prevent breakage.
Gently draw the strip outwards, maintaining a shallow angle to prevent the adhesive from adhering to any nearby parts along the phone's bottom edge.
Avoid applying pressure to the battery while removing the strip.
Apply gentle, consistent tension to the strip; it is designed to extend significantly beyond its initial size. Maintain this slow, steady force until the strip detaches and clears from beneath the battery.
Should the battery's adhesive strips tear apart while removing it, carefully gather any detached adhesive fragments with your fingers or a tool possessing a flat, non-piercing edge, then proceed with the extraction.
Should the adhesive securing the battery tear or become inaccessible during removal, carefully detach any visible portions of the strips and continue with the subsequent steps.
Step 21
Carefully separate the second adhesive layer securing the battery from its opposite side.
Gently draw the adhesive tab outward, extending it gradually to free it from the space between the battery and the rear case.
Gently draw the adhesive tab outward until it detaches fully from the battery; should the tab fracture, attempt to recover any remaining portion and continue the pulling action, or follow the subsequent steps.
Gently draw the adhesive tab outward, extending it gradually to free it from the space between the battery and the rear case.
Gently draw the adhesive tab outward until it detaches fully from the battery; should the tab fracture, attempt to recover any remaining portion and continue the pulling action, or follow the subsequent steps.
Step 22
Carefully separate the remaining battery adhesive strip from the battery's lower edge.
Carefully lift the battery's adhesive tab, separating it from the battery surface while permitting the adhesive strip to gradually detach from the space between the battery and the rear case.
To prevent the battery from being ejected unexpectedly, maintain firm contact with it as the last adhesive strip is fully released from the iPhone.
Gently draw the adhesive strip outward until it fully detaches from the iPhone's casing.
Should all three adhesive strips detach cleanly, proceed to step 24; however, if the adhesive tears away from the battery and becomes irretrievable, carefully apply a small quantity of isopropyl alcohol with a concentration exceeding 90% beneath the battery's edge, specifically targeting the location of the damaged adhesive strip(s).
Allow approximately one minute for the isopropyl alcohol to soften the adhesive securing the battery, then carefully separate the battery from the device casing using the spudger’s flat edge.
To avoid damage, do not use excessive force when removing the battery. If the battery remains stuck, add additional alcohol to dissolve more of the adhesive. Ensure the pry tool does not bend or penetrate the battery casing during removal.
To prevent irreversible logic board damage, avoid applying force during separation. Exercise caution when releasing the battery adhesive, specifically in the area above the volume up button and mute switch, as the audio controls cable—bonded to the rear case directly below the battery—is susceptible to damage.
If the battery remains adhered, proceed to the following instructions.
Carefully lift the battery's adhesive tab, separating it from the battery surface while permitting the adhesive strip to gradually detach from the space between the battery and the rear case.
To prevent the battery from being ejected unexpectedly, maintain firm contact with it as the last adhesive strip is fully released from the iPhone.
Gently draw the adhesive strip outward until it fully detaches from the iPhone's casing.
Should all three adhesive strips detach cleanly, proceed to step 24; however, if the adhesive tears away from the battery and becomes irretrievable, carefully apply a small quantity of isopropyl alcohol with a concentration exceeding 90% beneath the battery's edge, specifically targeting the location of the damaged adhesive strip(s).
Allow approximately one minute for the isopropyl alcohol to soften the adhesive securing the battery, then carefully separate the battery from the device casing using the spudger’s flat edge.
To avoid damage, do not use excessive force when removing the battery. If the battery remains stuck, add additional alcohol to dissolve more of the adhesive. Ensure the pry tool does not bend or penetrate the battery casing during removal.
To prevent irreversible logic board damage, avoid applying force during separation. Exercise caution when releasing the battery adhesive, specifically in the area above the volume up button and mute switch, as the audio controls cable—bonded to the rear case directly below the battery—is susceptible to damage.
If the battery remains adhered, proceed to the following instructions.
Step 23 | Alternative methods to unstick the battery from the case
To free a battery adhered to the back cover, apply heat using an iOpener or a hair dryer, directing the warmth specifically to the area behind the battery.
Carefully raise the battery from its compartment using a plastic opening tool.
Exposure to excessive heat presents a fire risk for the iPhone's battery.
To release the battery from the rear case, use dental floss or, for greater separation force, an unwound guitar string—specifically, a 0.009 E string from a 12-string guitar set.
Using floss or string, gently work it between the battery and its housing, moving back and forth like a saw to break the adhesive bond.
Carefully raise the battery from its compartment using a plastic opening tool.
Exposure to excessive heat presents a fire risk for the iPhone's battery.
To release the battery from the rear case, use dental floss or, for greater separation force, an unwound guitar string—specifically, a 0.009 E string from a 12-string guitar set.
Using floss or string, gently work it between the battery and its housing, moving back and forth like a saw to break the adhesive bond.
Step 24
Disconnecting the iPhone's internal battery requires careful attention to avoid damage; therefore, proceed with its removal.
Carefully slide the protective plastic covering off the new battery, ensuring you don't snag or damage the ribbon cable during removal.
To prevent damage, ensure any residual alcohol solution is completely removed by wiping with a clean cloth or by permitting full evaporation before proceeding with battery installation.
To confirm correct positioning within its designated space, briefly plug the battery connector back into the logic board socket prior to securing the new battery.
Secure the battery in place, then sever its electrical connection before proceeding with the remaining assembly steps.
To secure a battery lacking factory-applied adhesive, follow the instructions in this guide for adhesive strip replacement.
Following reassembly, execute a factory reset to mitigate potential problems and streamline any subsequent diagnostic procedures.
Carefully slide the protective plastic covering off the new battery, ensuring you don't snag or damage the ribbon cable during removal.
To prevent damage, ensure any residual alcohol solution is completely removed by wiping with a clean cloth or by permitting full evaporation before proceeding with battery installation.
To confirm correct positioning within its designated space, briefly plug the battery connector back into the logic board socket prior to securing the new battery.
Secure the battery in place, then sever its electrical connection before proceeding with the remaining assembly steps.
To secure a battery lacking factory-applied adhesive, follow the instructions in this guide for adhesive strip replacement.
Following reassembly, execute a factory reset to mitigate potential problems and streamline any subsequent diagnostic procedures.
Step 25 | Antenna Assembly
Using the appropriate screwdriver, detach the antenna bracket from the rear case by unscrewing the specified fasteners.
Utilize a Phillips screwdriver, size #00, to engage a 1.5 mm screw.
Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to tighten a 2.8 mm screw.
Utilize a Phillips screwdriver, size #00, to engage a 1.5 mm screw.
Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to tighten a 2.8 mm screw.
Step 26
Using tweezers, carefully detach the antenna bracket from the iPhone.
Step 27
Using a plastic tool designed for delicate work, gently lift the antenna connector away from the logic board.
Step 28
Using tweezers, carefully detach the antenna connector from its securing clip on the logic board.
Step 29
A single adhesive tab secures the two connectors together; separation may result in both components releasing simultaneously.
Carefully detach the power button cable connector and the audio control cable connector from their designated sockets on the logic board.
Carefully detach the power button cable connector and the audio control cable connector from their designated sockets on the logic board.
Step 30
Detach the top cellular antenna from the rear case by unscrewing the fasteners listed below.
- A Phillips head screw, size #00 and measuring 2.8 millimeters.
- Use Phillips head screwdrivers, size #00, to tighten two screws, each measuring 1.6 mm.
Step 31
Carefully extract the cellular antenna from the iPhone using tweezers.
When putting the antenna assembly back together, position the small washer precisely in the upper left corner.
When putting the antenna assembly back together, position the small washer precisely in the upper left corner.
Step 32 | Audio Control and Rocker Switch Cable
Carefully remove the adhesive securing the tab located atop each connector for both the power button and the audio control/rocker switch cables, utilizing tweezers.
Step 33
Detach the audio control and rocker switch cable from the rear case by unscrewing the screws holding it in place.
Use two Phillips head screws, size #00 and 2.0 mm in length.
A Phillips head screw, size #00 and measuring 2.5 millimeters.
Use two Phillips head screws, size #00 and 2.0 mm in length.
A Phillips head screw, size #00 and measuring 2.5 millimeters.
Step 34
Using tweezers, carefully hold the cable connecting the audio control and rocker switch.
Carefully detach the cable connecting the audio controls and rocker switch from the back panel.
Gently separate the cable from the rear case, noting that it is affixed with a light adhesive.
Carefully detach the cable connecting the audio controls and rocker switch from the back panel.
Gently separate the cable from the rear case, noting that it is affixed with a light adhesive.