LG Tribute 5 Speaker Replacement
Front speaker issues may be resolved by replacement.
- The following guide details the process for swapping out your LG Tribute 5's front speaker.
- A distorted or non-functioning front speaker can be caused by a faulty front speaker. Replacement is recommended in these cases.
Step 1 | Battery
Use an iFixit opening tool to pry the back cover away from the device by pulling it outward from the bottom left corner.
- Be gentle, as the cutout is a weak point in the phone's casing.
- Continue to pull the tool outward until the back cover comes loose and can be removed.
Step 2
- Lift the battery gently from its compartment.
- Use an iFixit opening tool to remove the SD card and nano sim card, as shown in the diagram.
Step 3 | Front Speaker
Remove the nine 2mm JIS #00 screws securing the mid-frame.
Step 4
- Remove the antenna extender using a iFixit opening tool
Step 5
Excessive force may cause damage to the device.
- Use an iFixit opening tool to remove the mid-frame.
- Avoid applying excessive pressure when separating the mid frame.
Step 6
Use an iFixit opening tool to gently lift the front speaker from its compartment at the top edge of the motherboard.