OnePlus 5 Back Cover Replacement
Release the frame clips before removing the back cover.
- Locate and release each frame clip using a gentle prying motion.
- Once all clips are free, carefully lift off the back cover.
Step 1 | SIM Card Tray
Insert a SIM card eject tool, bit, or straightened paperclip into the small hole below the SIM tray (near rear cameras).
- Press firmly to eject the tray.
- Properly orient the SIM tray when reassembling.
Step 2 | Back Cover
- Remove 2.6mm T2 screws located on the bottom edge near the USB-C port.
Step 3
Improper prying can damage display panel.
Pry rear case from plastic frame using the following steps:
- Read through these steps before attempting.
- Rear Case Prying Tool should be used for this procedure.
- Identify seams on rear case and plastic frame:
- Display Panel Seam: Do not pry here. Part of display assembly.
- Frame Seam: Only pry at this seam.
Be aware of the 12 clips holding frame to rear case during prying.
Step 4
- Avoid powering on the phone during disassembly — risk of damage.
- If it powers on accidentally, turn off the phone immediately.
Position a suction cup near the display's bottom edge.
- Pull on the suction cup with strong, steady force.
- Insert an opening tool into the frame seam next to the suction cup, pressing until it wedges between the plastic frame and back cover lip.
Tight tolerances require substantial force; use a new, unmarred opening tool for this step.
Step 5
Locate the seam on your phone's bottom edge and insert an opening tool at a shallow angle.
- Gently slide the tool along the bottom edge of your phone while maintaining its position within the seam.
- Maintain control as you guide the tool around the left corner, ensuring it remains in contact with the seam.
Step 6
Remove the first frame clip with the opening tool.
Step 7
Continue sliding the Opening Tool along the long edge, releasing clips.
- The last clip (top-left corner near front-facing camera) is recessed: use a flat spudger or opening pick with caution to assist release.
Step 8
Wiggle the frame to release the top and right clips.
- The flex cable remains connected during this step.
- No need to remove the back cover yet.
Reassembly Check:
- Pause here and test the phone's functionality before proceeding.
To reinstall the back cover, align the top edge and ensure the clips snap into place.
- Squeeze the long edges of the phone to secure the remaining clips in place.
Step 9
Beware of the flex cable - handle with care.
- Release clips, then flip phone over with display facing down.
- Swing back cover onto exposed frame.
Step 10
You will need a Phillips #1 Screwdriver.
- Remove the 2.6 mm screw holding the cable bracket above the battery.
- Lift up and completely remove the cable bracket.
- To reinstall:
- Position one end of the bracket in place.
- Bend the bracket slightly to spring the other end into position.
Step 11
Misaligned connector may cause bent pins and permanent damage.
- Spudger pry up back cover flex cable from socket.
- To re-attach:
- Align one side, press down until it clicks.
- Repeat on the other side, not in the middle.
Step 12
Remove Back Cover.