LG Optimus 3D Screen Replacement

Locate and gently pry open the back cover using your fingernail.

Use the notch at the bottom of the phone for added leverage.

The battery is located in the lower section of the phone, identified by its large black rectangular shape.

• Locate the semi-circular notch at the bottom edge of the battery.
• Press against and up on the battery to release it from its compartment.

Remove all PH00 screws marked on the diagram.

• Extract 9 screws with a length of 5.5mm.
• Extract 4 screws with a length of 4mm.

Remove the bottom cover by gently pulling it downwards.

Use a plastic opening tool to carefully pry around the device's perimeter.

Be cautious not to damage the delicate ribbons behind the buttons and ports.

• Remove the button covers, located under the Mid-Cover Bezel.
• Set the button covers aside for later use.

Disconnect the ribbon cable from the black SIM card board using a spudger or plastic opening tool.

Never apply excessive heat — risk of damage or burn.

• Apply heat using a hair-dryer on high or a heat-gun on low.
• Heat for 1 minute at a time, allowing the device to cool slightly before reheating.
• Avoid heating for more than 30 seconds consecutively.

Use a plastic spudger to gently pry the board upwards.

• Pry the small tab attached to the camera unit at the same time.

If separation is difficult, apply additional heat before retrying.

Use a spudger or plastic opening tool to gently lift the ribbon cables connected to the motherboard.

• Be careful not to damage the ribbon cables — risk of electrical damage.

• Gently lift out the button tabs, held in with light adhesive, using a spudger.

Disconnect the antenna cable from both its mounting points.

• Release the connection near the bottom of the phone.
• Remove the other end connected to the motherboard.

Use a spudger to carefully lift the motherboard assembly out of the case.

• Be mindful of the camera's ribbon cable to avoid snagging the motherboard.

Disconnect the ribbon cable attached to the headphone jack assembly using a plastic opening tool.

Remove the Headphone Jack by gently prying it away from the phone's body.

Be careful not to damage the LCD when prying.

• Use a pry tool to gently remove the front bezel.
• Take your time as there are many clips holding it together.

Do not poke too far into the phone to avoid damaging internal components.

• Pull the ribbon cable through the slot on the back.
• This will allow you to fully separate the front and back portions of the phone.

Avoid touching the LCD and digitizer panels to prevent damage.

• Pry the LCD from the phone half using care.
• Avoid contact with the front of the digitizer panel or its back side.
• If the glass is cracked, be cautious to prevent cuts from falling shards.

Ensure the LCD ribbon cable is fed through its designated slot before reassembling the phone.

• Align the front and back sections of the phone for proper reassembly.
• Guide the LCR (Liquid Crystal Ribbon) cable into the correct position on the motherboard.