iPhone 6 Plus Home Button Assembly Replacement
Follow these instructions to substitute a new home button assembly.
- The Touch ID feature will only operate with the phone's factory-supplied home button assembly; replacement home button assemblies lack the necessary components for Touch ID functionality and will provide standard home button operation alone.
This document also provides instructions for substituting these components.
Step 1 | Pentalobe Screws
Begin by disconnecting the power supply, ensuring it is unplugged from the electrical outlet, then carefully remove the retaining screws—four in number—using a Phillips head screwdriver, and gently lift the control panel assembly free, observing that it is secured with a 12mm diameter copper grounding wire.
To prevent a potential fire or explosion hazard from the lithium-ion battery during disassembly, ensure its charge level is reduced to less than 25% beforehand; a fully charged battery poses a risk of ignition if damaged.
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 a potential fire or explosion hazard from the lithium-ion battery during disassembly, ensure its charge level is reduced to less than 25% beforehand; a fully charged battery poses a risk of ignition if damaged.
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
Using a 5/32-inch hex key, carefully loosen the four screws securing the fan assembly to the motor housing; exercise caution to avoid damaging the retaining clips and ensure the fan blade remains stable during removal.
To simplify the opening process, the following two steps utilize the Anti-Clamp tool; if you do not have this tool, proceed to the instructions three steps further down.
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 extend across the iPhone’s left or right side.
Affix two suction cups to the iPhone's front and rear surfaces, placing them close to the lower edge, directly above the home button.
Apply vacuum by pressing the cups firmly against the surface you intend to work on.
To improve the Anti-Clamp's adherence if the iPhone's exterior feels excessively slick, apply adhesive tape to the device's surface.
To simplify the opening process, the following two steps utilize the Anti-Clamp tool; if you do not have this tool, proceed to the instructions three steps further down.
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 extend across the iPhone’s left or right side.
Affix two suction cups to the iPhone's front and rear surfaces, placing them close to the lower edge, directly above the home button.
Apply vacuum by pressing the cups firmly against the surface you intend to work on.
To improve the Anti-Clamp's adherence if the iPhone's exterior feels excessively slick, apply adhesive tape to the device's surface.
Step 3
Using a 5/32-inch hex key, carefully tighten the three mounting screws securing the fan assembly to the motor housing, ensuring each is snug but not over-tightened to prevent damage; observe torque specifications of 6 in-lbs per screw.
To secure the arms, advance the blue handle in its direction.
Rotate the handle fully in a clockwise direction, completing a full circle, observing for the point when the cups begin to expand.
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 separation, reposition the handle by 90 degrees if the Anti-Clamp’s clearance is insufficient.
Allow the Anti-Clamp device to function and gradually loosen the fitting by rotating it no more than 90 degrees every few seconds.
To secure the arms, advance the blue handle in its direction.
Rotate the handle fully in a clockwise direction, completing a full circle, observing for the point when the cups begin to expand.
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 separation, reposition the handle by 90 degrees if the Anti-Clamp’s clearance is insufficient.
Allow the Anti-Clamp device to function and gradually loosen the fitting by rotating it no more than 90 degrees every few seconds.
Step 4 | Front Panel Assembly
Using a 5/32-inch hex key, carefully tighten the three retaining screws on the motor assembly to a torque of 3.5 inch-pounds; ensure the motor shaft remains aligned during this process to prevent damage.
Carefully employ one vacuum cup to raise the front panel.
Position a suction cup directly on the display surface, situated slightly higher than the home button's location.
Ensure a firm, even contact between the cup and the screen surface to create a leak-proof connection.
To facilitate suction cup attachment when a display exhibits severe cracking, apply a sheet of clear packing tape across the damaged area; as an alternative, a robust adhesive tape can be substituted for the suction cup. Should these methods prove ineffective, secure the suction cup directly to the fractured screen using superglue.
Carefully employ one vacuum cup to raise the front panel.
Position a suction cup directly on the display surface, situated slightly higher than the home button's location.
Ensure a firm, even contact between the cup and the screen surface to create a leak-proof connection.
To facilitate suction cup attachment when a display exhibits severe cracking, apply a sheet of clear packing tape across the damaged area; as an alternative, a robust adhesive tape can be substituted for the suction cup. Should these methods prove ineffective, secure the suction cup directly to the fractured screen using superglue.
Step 5
Using a 5/32-inch hex key, carefully tighten the four mounting screws securing the fan assembly to the motor housing, ensuring each is snug but not over-tightened to prevent damage; observe the torque limit of 3 in-lbs per screw.
Using one hand to secure the iPhone, lift the suction cup vertically to gently create a small gap between the front panel and the rear enclosure.
Exercise caution and use steady, even pressure when installing the display assembly, as it requires a significantly tighter fit than typical device components.
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 with the suction cup.
To release the front panel assembly from the rear case, carefully detach the multiple retaining clips, employing both the suction cup and plastic opening tool as needed.
Using one hand to secure the iPhone, lift the suction cup vertically to gently create a small gap between the front panel and the rear enclosure.
Exercise caution and use steady, even pressure when installing the display assembly, as it requires a significantly tighter fit than typical device components.
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 with the suction cup.
To release the front panel assembly from the rear case, carefully detach 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 to break the airtight seal.
Detach the display assembly's suction cup.
Detach the display assembly's suction cup.
Step 7
Carefully pivot the front panel assembly upwards, leveraging the phone's upper edge as a fulcrum to disengage the home button area from the rear case.
To facilitate access for repair, carefully position the display screen at approximately 90 degrees and secure it in an upright position using a support to prevent movement during the procedure.
To avoid stressing the display's wiring during the repair process, secure it with a rubber band.
As a temporary support, an unopened, sealed can of soda may be utilized to secure the display.
To facilitate access for repair, carefully position the display screen at approximately 90 degrees and secure it in an upright position using a support to prevent movement during the procedure.
To avoid stressing the display's wiring during the repair process, secure it with a rubber band.
As a temporary support, an unopened, sealed can of soda may be utilized to secure the display.
Step 8
The front panel assembly pivots due to multiple clips situated along its upper edge, creating a hinged motion similar to opening a book.
Ensure the clips positioned beneath the rear case's upper border are properly aligned before proceeding with reassembly, and subsequently move the front panel vertically until its uppermost surface is level with the rear case's top edge.
Ensure the clips positioned beneath the rear case's upper border are properly aligned before proceeding with reassembly, and subsequently move the front panel vertically until its uppermost surface is level with the rear case's top edge.
Step 9
Using a Phillips screwdriver, detach the bracket securing the battery connector 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.
Step 11
Carefully lift the battery connector away from its corresponding socket on the logic board, employing a clean fingernail or the tip of a specialized opening tool to avoid damage.
To avoid damaging the logic board socket, apply lifting force solely to the battery connector; applying pressure to the socket itself risks irreparable damage to the connector.
To avoid damaging the logic board socket, apply lifting force solely to the battery connector; applying pressure to the socket itself risks irreparable damage to the connector.
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.
A screw with a 1.5 mm diameter is required.
A screw with a 2.9 mm diameter is required.
Inserting screws with greater length than those specified for the red-marked screw holes risks causing permanent damage to the logic board.
Use three screws, each measuring 1.2 millimeters.
A screw with a 1.5 mm diameter is required.
A screw with a 2.9 mm diameter is required.
Inserting screws with greater length than those specified for the red-marked screw holes 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 actions, ensure that lifting force is applied solely to the cable connectors themselves, avoiding any upward pressure on the corresponding sockets located 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-facing 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-facing 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.
To prevent electric shock or damage to the unit, disconnect the power cord from the outlet and allow the capacitor to fully discharge before proceeding with any internal adjustments or repairs, as it may hold a residual voltage of up to 320V.To avoid a blank screen or display anomalies like white lines after reassembly, ensure the display data cable remains securely attached to its connector; should this issue arise, restore functionality by re-engaging the cable and then performing a power cycle, which is most reliably achieved by briefly disconnecting and reconnecting the battery connector.
Carefully detach the display data cable connector using a plastic opening tool.
To prevent electric shock or damage to the unit, disconnect the power cord from the outlet and allow the capacitor to fully discharge before proceeding with any internal adjustments or repairs, as it may hold a residual voltage of up to 320V.To avoid a blank screen or display anomalies like white lines after reassembly, ensure the display data cable remains securely attached to its connector; should this issue arise, restore functionality by re-engaging the cable and then performing a power cycle, which is most reliably achieved by briefly disconnecting and reconnecting the battery connector.
Step 17
Carefully detach the digitizer cable connector.
To prevent electric shock or injury, disconnect the power supply and allow the component to cool completely before proceeding with any maintenance or repair procedures.To avoid potential digitizer damage or component bending, apply pressure to opposing ends of the digitizer cable connector during reconnection, rather than the central portion.
To prevent electric shock or injury, disconnect the power supply and allow the component to cool completely before proceeding with any maintenance or repair procedures.To avoid potential digitizer damage or component bending, apply pressure to opposing ends of the digitizer cable connector during reconnection, rather than the central portion.
Step 18
Detach the front panel assembly from the rear case.
Step 19 | Home Button Assembly
Using a Phillips screwdriver, detach the home button bracket from the front panel by unscrewing the pair of 1.8 mm screws that hold it in place.
Step 20
Detach the bracket securing the home button from the front panel assembly.
Step 21
Carefully separate the home button connector from its corresponding socket on the home button cable using the pointed end of a spudger.
Step 22
Using a spudger, gently insert the tip between the home button connector cable and its housing.
Using a spudger, carefully disengage the adhesive holding the home button connector cable to the front panel assembly.
To ease separation if the cable resists, gently warm the adhesive with an iOpener or hair dryer, exercising caution to prevent cable damage.
Using a spudger, carefully disengage the adhesive holding the home button connector cable to the front panel assembly.
To ease separation if the cable resists, gently warm the adhesive with an iOpener or hair dryer, exercising caution to prevent cable damage.
Step 23
Due to its minimal thickness, the home button's rubber gasket is susceptible to tearing.
To loosen the adhesive holding the home button gasket in place, gently warm the area using an iOpener, heat gun, or hair dryer.
Apply steady, moderate upward force to the home button via the display assembly's front surface, carefully disengaging the rubber gasket from the front panel.
To loosen the adhesive holding the home button gasket in place, gently warm the area using an iOpener, heat gun, or hair dryer.
Apply steady, moderate upward force to the home button via the display assembly's front surface, carefully disengaging the rubber gasket from the front panel.
Step 24
Employing a spudger's tip with precision, complete the detachment of the home button assembly from the front panel.
Step 25
Carefully detach the home button assembly from the front panel assembly.