LG Optimus T Motherboard Replacement
If your LG Optimus T is unresponsive and refuses to charge, a faulty motherboard might be the culprit, so replacing it could resolve the issue.
Step 1 | Motherboard
Working on a live device may result in electric shock.
- Shut down and unplug your device before proceeding.
- Use a plastic opening tool to remove the phone's back cover.
- Pry the cover off by inserting the tool into the indentation at the top of the phone.
Step 2
Locate the battery's release mechanism, indicated by a slight indentation to the left of the camera lens.
Pull up firmly on the battery to dislodge it from its seat.
Step 3
Remove the six 4.5mm screws with a J0 screwdriver.
Step 4
Prying the interior case can be challenging; use a metal spudger with care if the plastic tool fails.
- Insert the metal spudger into indentations at top or bottom of phone to pry off interior case.
- Remove interior case once separated.
Step 5
Release the connector by pulling the tab upwards.
Step 6
Remove SD card mount.
- Insert a plastic opening tool into the slot on the right side and pry off.
Step 7
- Remove the metal panel.
- Pry open the panel using a plastic opening tool at each of the four retaining points.
Step 8
Disconnect the motherboard from the charging port.
- Use a J0 screwdriver to remove two 1.8mm screws securing the charging port.
- Lift the motherboard out of its slot.