LG Optimus L9 P769 Display Screen Replacement
To replace the screen on your LG Optimus L9, ensure you're working in a static-free environment to prevent component damage.
- Understand the process of removing the motherboard for this repair.
- Be extremely cautious when disconnecting components, as permanent damage is possible if not done correctly.
Step 1 | Motherboard
Place the device face down on a flat surface.
Remove the back cove carefully to avoid damage.
- Lift out the battery using your finger or a prying tool.
Step 2
Careful not to damage the frame with excessive force.
- Remove the 10 x 4.5mm Phillips screws holding the back frame to the case.
- Pry off the back frame using a small plastic prying tool on the sides of the device.
Step 3
Pinch the antenna node sides with tweezers and pull straight up.
- Use a small prying tool to carefully remove the ribbon cables attached to the motherboard.
Step 4
Use a spudger or small prying tool to gently lift the motherboard away from the chassis.
Step 5 | Display Screen
Careful handling is required when removing the latches.
- Use a spudger or small prying tool to gently pry off the latches.
- Avoid forcing open as these latches are easily damaged.
Step 6
Turn the phone face down after removing the digitizer.
- Remove the plastic housing for the front speaker.
The plastic housing should come off easily.
Step 7
Disconnect the connector from its socket by sliding it out through the chassis hole, taking care not to damage it.
Step 8
Use a small opening tool and gently pry away the adhesive holding the primary or rear camera in place.
- Lift out the camera using a pair of tweezers.
- With the same small opening tool, carefully release the taped connector from the phone's chassis.
- Making sure all connection remnants are removed, verify that the connector can freely pass through its corresponding hole in the chassis.