Nexus 5 Headphone Jack Replacement - Nexus 5

Power off the device by holding the power button until the "Power Off" popup appears.

Tap the popup to confirm power-off and wait for the device to turn off completely.
Insert a SIM card eject tool or a paper clip into the hole next to the SIM card slot, located just under the power button.

Do not force the paper clip if it is too thick - use the head of a sewing needle instead.

Remove the SIM card by gently pulling it out with your fingers.

If the SIM holder does not fully eject, use a pair of tweezers to remove the SIM card.

Use a plastic opening tool to release clips on top, sides, and bottom of back cover.
Remove adhesive foam at bottom edge using an opening pick.

Avoid prying near SIM card slot or volume controls as plastic is thin and prone to breakage.

Release all clips except the one even with flash window, then swing back cover off.

To reattach, apply gentle but firm pressure on "S" in "Nexus", and slide up towards top.

Secure this snap to ensure Qi (wireless) charging functionality.

Retain all six screws for reassembly.

The three small snaps on the back cover ensure NFC antenna and wireless charging coil connectors contact securely with the motherboard.

To replace the LCD screen and digitizer, remove the four additional 4.0 mm daughterboard cover screws using the same screwdriver.

You may need to pierce through clear adhesive material to access these screws.

Remove the midframe from the phone.

Examine the midframe and back cover for three small snap attachment points.
Verify that these snaps are securely attaching the NFC and wireless charging antenna contacts to the motherboard's spring connectors.

Ensure the snaps are in good condition to prevent damage or connectivity issues.

Disconnect the battery connector using the flat end of a nylon spudger.

Disconnect the daughterboard ribbon cable using the flat end of a spudger.

Then, gently pull the cable away from the battery.

Never puncture or bend the battery — risk of damage.

Use a plastic opening tool to carefully pry out the battery.
If necessary, apply heat with a heat gun to loosen adhesive beneath the battery.
Dispose of old battery by bagging and recycling at an approved location.

Disconnect the left antenna cable using the flat end of a spudger.

Ensure the antenna connections are securely fastened during reassembly, as failure to do so may impact reception and call quality.

Disconnect the rear-facing camera ribbon cable using the flat end of a spudger.

Disconnect the front camera ribbon cable with the flat end of a spudger.

Hold the motherboard steady and gently lift it upwards, guiding it out of the device.

Removing the motherboard is not required for this repair.

Use a spudger or tweezers to gently lift the headphone jack upward and remove it from the phone.
The new headphone jack should be oriented similarly to the old one, then pressed firmly down into place with a snug fit due to its sprung contacts.