Nexus 4 Plastic Midframe Replacement
- Midframe removal is necessary for accessing internal components.
Step 1 | Back Cover
Press and hold the power button for 10 seconds.
Power must be completely off before proceeding — risk of electrical shock.
- Insert the SIM Card Eject Tool into the SIM tray slot.
- Pry out the SIM tray and remove it.
Failure to remove the SIM tray may damage internal components — risk of physical harm.
Step 2
Remove the T5 Torx screw located at each corner of the bottom of the phone.
- Use a T5 Torx Screwdriver.
Step 3
Use a plastic opening tool to carefully pry along the edge of the cover, starting at a corner and circling around the phone.
The opening process may take several minutes, so be patient — the plastic will make a snapping noise as it separates from the rest of the phone.
Step 4 | Battery
Remove the 2 x 1.8mm Phillips screws securing the battery connector.
- Use a plastic opening tool to disconnect the battery cable from its socket on the motherboard.
Step 5 | Battery removal
Remove the blue tape securing the white antenna cable to the battery.
- Using a spudger, carefully disconnect the white antenna cable.
Be careful not to damage any cables or components during this process.
- Pry the battery out with a Plastic Opening Tool, starting at the top left-hand corner and working down towards the bottom right-hand corner.
- Alternatively, use a plastic card to separate the battery from the metal midframe if necessary.
The battery is securely glued; press firmly against the adhesive strip when reinstalling.
Step 6 | Plastic Midframe
Remove nine 4.6 mm Phillips #000 screws.
- Lift out the plastic cover carefully.
- Release two clips on either side of the midframe using a plastic spudger.
- Gently lift up and away to remove the midframe.