Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 Pro Loudspeaker Replacement - Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 Pro

Step 1 | Heat the rear glass

Prepare an iOpener and apply it to the rear glass for at least 2 minutes to loosen adhesive.

Alternatively, use a hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate.

Be cautious not to overheat the phone, as it can suffer heat damage and harm the display and internal battery.

Step 2 | Insert an opening pick

Secure a suction handle to the bottom edge of the rear glass, as close to the edge as possible.

If the rear glass is cracked, the suction handle may not stick; try lifting it with strong tape or superglue it in place and let it cure before proceeding.

Lift the rear glass with the suction handle to create a small gap between the back cover and frame.
If trouble is experienced creating a gap, apply more heat to soften the adhesive further; follow iOpener instructions to avoid overheating.

Insert an opening pick into the gap created.

Slide the opening pick to the bottom right corner to slice the adhesive.
Leave the opening pick in place to prevent resealing of the adhesive.

Step 3 | Slice the bottom edge adhesive

Insert the second opening pick along the bottom edge.

Sliding it towards the lower left corner, carefully cut through the adhesive.
Leave both picks in place to prevent re-adhesion.

Step 4 | Slice the left edge adhesive

Reheat the adhesive with your iOpener for 1-2 minutes if it becomes difficult to cut.

Insert a third opening pick at the bottom left corner of your phone.
Slide this pick along the left edge to slice the adhesive.
Leave the pick in place in the top left corner to prevent resealing.

Step 5

Insert a fourth opening pick under the top left corner.
Slide it along the top edge to cut the adhesive.
Leave the pick in the top right corner to prevent resealing.

Step 6

Insert a fifth opening pick under the top right corner.

Slide the opening pick along the right edge of the rear glass to cut the remaining adhesive.
Once separated, use an opening pick if necessary to release any stuck edges.

Step 7 | Remove the rear glass

Remove the rear glass.

Apply new adhesive where needed after cleaning areas with >90% isopropyl alcohol.
Secure the new back cover using pre-cut adhesive or double-sided tape.

Applying strong, steady pressure for several minutes helps form a good bond. Place heavy objects on top of your phone to aid the process.

Step 8 | Eject the SIM card tray

Insert a SIM eject tool, SIM eject bit, or straightened paper clip into the hole on the SIM tray.

Press directly into the hole to eject the SIM card tray.
Remove the SIM card tray.

If you insert the tool into a microphone hole, it's unlikely to damage the microphone.

Step 9 | Unfasten the midframe screws

Remove the midframe by unscrewing the 17 Phillips head screws, each measuring 3.6 mm in length.

Step 10 | Insert an opening pick

Locate the SIM tray slot at the bottom left edge.

Insert a pointed tool (such as an opening pick) into this gap.

Step 11 | Release the plastic clips

Be prepared for possible resistance when releasing the plastic clips.

Insert the opening pick into the bottom left corner and slide it around to release the clips.

Step 12

Slide a precision pick along the left edge of the phone to disengage the plastic clips.

Step 13

Insert the opening pick at the top left corner and slide it along the top edge of the device.

Apply gentle pressure as you slide the pick to release the plastic clips.

Step 14

Do not attempt to remove the midframe completely at this time.

Use an opening pick to slide around the top right corner and along the right edge of the phone, releasing remaining plastic clips.

The midframe cable remains connected to the motherboard, so proceed with caution.

Step 15 | Free the midframe cable connector

Open the midframe to the left, similar to opening a book.

Position the open midframe beside the front panel assembly.

Step 16 | Disconnect the midframe cable

Use a spudger to pry the midframe cable's connector straight up from its socket.

Step 17 | Remove the midframe

Remove the midframe.

Step 18 | Disconnect the battery cables

Disconnect the battery cables using a spudger: pry the connectors straight up from their sockets.

Step 19 | Unfasten the loudspeaker screw

Remove the screw using a Phillips screwdriver.

The screw is secured with a length of 3.6 mm.

Step 20 | Pry up the loudspeaker

Locate the plastic clips holding the loudspeaker in place.

spudger under the right edge of the loudspeaker.

Pry up the loudspeaker using the spudger.

Step 21 | Remove the loudspeaker

Remove the loudspeaker using your fingers or a tweezers.