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Xiaomi Mi Note Front camera Replacement

Replacing the front-facing camera on your Xiaomi Mi Note requires following these steps:

Step 1 | Dual SIM SD Card

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Identify the Dual SIM SD card slot on the left edge of your device.

Step 2

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Insert the Dual SIM SD card removal tool (or a paper clip) into the slot hole.

  • The tray should pop out when inserted correctly.

Step 3 | Battery

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Position the suction cup on the rear of the phone.

  • Secure the suction cup firmly.
  • Pull back with moderate force; the back plate should release.

Step 4

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Locate and remove the screws marked in the image to detach the battery frames.

  • Remove six 3.5mm Phillips #000 black screws using a suitable tool.
  • Next, remove seven 2.5mm Phillips #000 black screws.
  • Finally, remove five 2mm Phillips #000 silver screws.

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Use a nylon spudger to carefully pry upwards and detach the ribbon cable that connects the battery to the motherboard.

Step 6

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Insert a nylon or metal spudger under the battery at any point.

  • Slide the spudger around all edges to loosen the battery.
  • The glue holding down the backside of the battery may still be present, requiring gentle lifting.

Step 7 | Front camera

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Use a spudger to gently pry upwards and detach the three attached ribbons from the motherboard.

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Use tweezers to carefully detach the small ribbon on the left side near the volume buttons with an upward prying motion.

  • Apply minimal force when detaching the ribbon to avoid damage.

  • Detatch the microphone cord located on the right side along the frame using an upwards prying motion.

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Lift out the motherboard using a tweezer.

Ensure that both the Dual SIM card and its tray have been previously removed.

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  • Use tweezers to carefully detach the front camera's ribbon cable from the motherboard.
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