Introduction: How to Replace IPhone 5s Cracked Screen - 8 Minutes and 5 Screws
A complete guide to replace your broken or cracked iPhone 5s. This project isn't tough, just remove 5 screws and it takes less than 10 minutes. Your iPhone will be as new again.
Step 1: Remove 2 Screws
Remove 2 screws at the bottom of your iPhone 5s.
Step 2: Pry Screen
I use a razor blade to pry the screen upward.
Step 3: Release the Screen
Use a plastic Spudger tool underneath the screen to release the screen.
Step 4: Open the Panel
Open the panel; do not pull the panel too far or more than 90 degrees.
Step 5: Remove 3 Screws
Remove 3 screws and the metal shield. Don’t mix-up the screws.
Step 6: Disconnect Screen
Disconnect 3 cables from the board connection.
Step 7: Remove Damaged Screen
Remove the damaged screen.
Step 8: Reinstall New Screen
Gently reinstall a new screen, reattach all cable by carefully pressing down. Make sure they are all snaps in place.
Step 9: Replace Metal Shield
Secure the metal shield and its screws.
Step 10: Complete the Screen Repair
Line up the top screen part correctly, and carefully press down the display, replace the 2 dock screws.
Step 11: Done
Congratulation, your iPhone 5s will be as new again.