LG G6 Cameras Replacement
This repair guide is for replacing the cameras in an LG G6 device.
Step 1 | Rear Glass Panel
Careful handling is required when cutting through adhesive to avoid damaging the fingerprint sensor cable.
- Refer to the first photo for an illustration of the rear glass panel's backside, including its clearance from the ribbon cable.
- Pry carefully on the left side of the fingerprint sensor as viewed from outside the phone (third photo).
Do not insert an opening tool more than 3 mm into this area to avoid damaging or tearing the fingerprint sensor cable.
Step 2
Heat the backside of the G6 for 1 minute using a hairdryer, a heat gun, or an iOpener.
Be careful not to apply too much heat, which can cause damage.
Step 3
Attach a suction cup to the rear panel, near the heated edge.
Step 4
Prop up the heated phone edge using an object at least 0.5 inches (13 mm) thick, like an eraser.
- If no propping object is available, carefully perform this step near a desk or table for easier access.
Apply significant force to lift the rear panel's bottom edge with your suction cup.
- Heat the adhesive repeatedly if necessary to create a gap between the panel and frame.
- Press the flat end of an opening tool into the created gap carefully, avoiding excessive force or metal tools that may damage the rear glass panel.
Step 5
Slide the opening tool back and forth across the bottom edge of the phone.
- Continue until you cut through the adhesive securing the rear glass panel.
- Insert an opening pick into the gap to prevent re-bonding.
- Remove the opening tool.
Step 6
Reapply heat to each edge if necessary for easier removal.
- Apply multiple opening picks and leave one in place on each side after slicing.
- Slide an opening pick along the left edge of the phone to slice through the adhesive.
Step 7
- Insert the opening pick back into the phone's bottom edge.
- Slide the opening pick upwards along the phone's right edge to cut the adhesive.
Step 8
Be cautious when cutting through adhesive on the upper edges.
- Slide an opening pick along the top edge to separate the remaining adhesive from the rear glass panel.
Step 9
Use an opening pick to carefully pry up the rear glass panel.
- Continue prying until the panel comes free.
- Set the panel aside for later reinstallation.
Step 10
When reusing the rear glass panel, ensure you properly clean and prepare the surfaces for new adhesive.
- Use tweezers to remove remaining adhesive from the rear panel and phone chassis.
- Clean adhesion areas with high concentration isopropyl alcohol (at least 90%) and a lint-free cloth, swiping in one direction only.
Test your repair before installing new adhesive by turning on your phone.
- Peel away the replacement adhesive's liner and align it with the back of the phone.
- Press the adhesive into place, then remove any remaining liners.
Apply strong, steady pressure to secure the rear glass panel after installation, such as by placing it under a stack of heavy books for several minutes.
Alternatively, you can reinstall the rear panel without replacing the adhesive, but ensure it sits down flush. Remove any large chunks of adhesive.
After installation, heat the panel and apply pressure to secure it; note that the phone will not be waterproof, but residual adhesive is usually sufficient for holding the panel in place.
Step 11 | Battery Disconnect
Remove the four Phillips screws securing the lower antenna shield.
- Set aside the removed screws and shield for reassembly.
Be aware that removing this sticker does not void your warranty, as it was never valid in the first place.
Step 12
Insert spudger tip into small gap between antenna shield and metal frame.
- Pry up antenna shield gently.
- Remove antenna shield from phone.
Step 13
Remove the seven Phillips screws securing the upper antenna shield.
Step 14
Insert the flat end of a spudger into the small gap between the upper antenna shield and the phone chassis.
- Pry up, releasing the clips holding the shield in place.
- Remove the upper antenna shield and wireless charging coil.
Step 15
Disconnect the battery by prying up its press connector with a spudger at the end of its ribbon cable.
Step 16 | Motherboard
Do not proceed without removing the SIM/MicroSD tray — motherboard removal impossible.
- Insert a SIM removal tool or SIM removal bit into the hole opposite the volume buttons and press to release the SIM/MicroSD card tray.
- Remove the SIM/MicroSD tray.
Step 17
Use the flat end of a plastic spudger to carefully lift up the two press connectors at the bottom end of the motherboard above the USB-C port.
Step 18
Disconnect the motherboard sticker from the vibration motor.
Step 19
Hold the motherboard at the top, near the camera module, and carefully lift it upwards.
- Lift the motherboard slowly to avoid damaging the display connectors.
- Once lifted, you should see the flex cable attached to the bottom of the motherboard.
Step 20 | Cameras
Disconnect both rear-facing and front-facing camera connectors from the motherboard.
- Identify the correct camera connectors by their labeling on the motherboard.
- Pull the connectors away from the motherboard to release them.