Xiaomi Redmi Note 9S Screen Replacement - Xiaomi Redmi Note 9S

Step 1 | Heat the rear glass

Prepare an iOpener and apply it to the back cover for at least two minutes to loosen the adhesive underneath.

Alternatively, use a hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate, but be careful not to overheat the phone, as this can cause damage to the display and internal battery.

Excessive heat can cause permanent damage.

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 the suction handle in place and allow it to cure before proceeding.

Lift the rear glass with the suction handle to create a small gap between the back cover and the frame.
Apply more heat if needed, following iOpener instructions to avoid overheating.
Insert an opening pick into the created gap.

Step 3 | Slice the adhesive

Slide the opening pick to the bottom right corner to slice the adhesive.

Leave the opening pick in place to prevent the adhesive from resealing.

Step 4 | Slice the adhesive

Position another opening pick at the phone's bottom edge.
Guide this pick to the bottom left corner, slicing through the adhesive.

Leave both picks in place to prevent re-adhesion of the adhesive.

Step 5

The adhesive may become harder to cut if it cools down.

Reheat the iOpener for one to two minutes to soften the adhesive.
Insert a third opening pick at the bottom left corner of your phone.
Slide the opening pick along the left edge to slice the adhesive.
Leave the opening pick in the top left corner to prevent resealing.

Step 6

Insert the opening pick at the top left corner.

Slide it along the top edge, slicing the adhesive.
Leave it at the top right corner to keep the adhesive open.

Step 7

Insert the opening pick under the top right corner.

Slide the opening pick along the right edge to cut the remaining adhesive.

Step 8 | Remove the rear glass

Remove the rear glass.

Ensure all relevant areas are free from debris and oils before applying new adhesive.

Clean the areas with isopropyl alcohol (>90%) where necessary.
Apply new adhesive, using either pre-cut adhesive or double-sided adhesive tape.
Install the rear glass and apply steady pressure to your phone for several minutes.
Use a stack of heavy books to help secure the rear glass during this time.

Step 9 | Unfasten the motherboard cover screws

Remove the motherboard cover using a Phillips screwdriver.

Identify and remove the eleven 3.8 mm-long Phillips screws, one of which is hidden beneath an orange sticker.

Step 10 | Pry up the motherboard cover

Insert the opening pick under the right edge of the motherboard cover.

Twist the opening pick sideways to pry up the motherboard cover.

Step 11 | Remove the motherboard cover

Remove the motherboard cover using either your fingers or a pair of tweezers.

Step 12 | Disconnect the battery cable

Disconnect the battery flex cable using a spudger, prying the connector straight up from its socket.

Step 13 | Unfasten the loudspeaker assembly screws

Remove the screws using a Phillips screwdriver.

Seven screws with a length of 3.8 mm are located on the loudspeaker assembly.
One screw is hidden beneath an orange sticker.

Step 14 | Pry up the loudspeaker assembly

Insert an opening pick into the gap between the right edge of the loudspeaker assembly and the frame.

Twist the opening pick sideways to pry up the loudspeaker assembly.

Step 15 | Remove the loudspeaker assembly

Remove the loudspeaker assembly using your fingers or a pair of tweezers.

During reassembly, clean the area where the loudspeaker will be placed with isopropyl alcohol (>90%)
Apply new adhesive as needed to secure the loudspeaker assembly.

Step 16 | Disconnect the display cable

Use a spudger to carefully pry the display cable connector straight up from its socket.

Step 17 | Loosen the display adhesive

Be cautious when using heat as excessive temperature can damage the device.

Apply a heated iOpener to loosen the screen's adhesive for at least two minutes.
Reapply the iOpener multiple times if necessary due to strong adhesive.
Alternatively, use a hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate, but monitor temperature to avoid overheating.
The edge should feel slightly too hot to the touch to prevent device damage.

Step 18 | Insert an iFlex

Apply a suction handle to the bottom edge of the screen.

If your screen is badly cracked, cover it with clear packing tape for better adhesion.

Lift the screen with the suction handle to create a small gap between the screen and frame.
Insert an iFlex into the gap between the midframe and the screen, ensuring it's between the frame and display.

Step 19 | Insert an opening pick

Insert iFixit Opening Pick above the iFlex.

Slide the iFixit Opening Pick to the bottom right corner of the screen to cut its adhesive.
Remove the iFlex.
Leave the iFixit Opening Pick in place, as removing it may cause the adhesive to reseal.

Step 20 | Slice the adhesive

Insert a second opening pick at the bottom edge, sliding it towards the bottom left corner of the screen.

Slice the adhesive with the new pick.
Leave the opening pick in place to prevent resealing.

Step 21

Reapply heat as needed using your iOpener or heat gun for 1-2 minutes.

Insert a third opening pick underneath the bottom left corner of the screen.
Slide the opening pick along the left edge of the screen to slice the adhesive.
Leave it in place at the top left corner to prevent re-adhesion.

Step 22

When slicing near the front-facing camera, insert only the tip (about 2-3 mm) of the opening pick.

Avoid damaging or smearing the camera

Insert a fourth opening pick at the top left corner of the screen.
Slide the opening pick along the top edge to slice the adhesive.

Step 23

Insert a fifth opening pick and slide it along the right edge to cut the remaining adhesive.

Do not attempt to fully remove the display yet as the display cable remains attached to the frame.

Step 24 | Remove the screen

Pass the display flex cable through the midframe gap.
Remove the screen.

Compare your new replacement part to the original and transfer any remaining components as needed.

Clean areas with isopropyl alcohol (>90%) before applying new adhesive where necessary.
Use pre-cut adhesive card if provided, following reassembly guide instructions.