070-2616-B iPhone Dissasembley Guide

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! iPhone Disassembly Guide

iPhone 4 iPhone 3GS iPhone 3G Updated: 04 Feb 2011

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General Information These procedures will cover the following for the iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS and iPhone 3G :

Proper method for opening and closing of the unit. Check internal LCIs for triggering or signs of tampering.

Check for internal corrosion. Check for missing components. Identify the internal serial number label.

These instructions and the associated tools are for use by: Apple Authorized Carrier Partners Apple Authorized Service Providers

Before You Begin Check for Liquid Contact Indicator (LCI) activation externally before opening the unit.

- See the iPhone VMI Specification (070-2515) for details on identifying LCI triggers. Make sure the iPhone is powered off (red slider) Make sure you are working on a properly grounded ESD-safe mat and are wearing a properly

connected ESD-safe wrist strap



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iPhone 4 Disassembly Instructions

iPhone 4 at a Glance

What You Will Need ESD wrist strap ESD-safe workstation

Important: Proper ESD precautions must always be used when opening iPhone.

iPhone Torque Driver and Bit (922-9606) iPhone Torx Security Bit (922-9627) iPhone 4 Battery Removal Fixture (922-9607)

Headset Jack

Secondmicrophone(for noisesuppression)

Volumebuttons

Ring/Silentswitch

SIM card tray

Applicationicons

LED Flash

Main Camera

Status bar

Receiver

Front camera

Apple Retinadisplay

Home button

Microphone

Dockconnector

Speaker

Sleep/Wakebutton

(GSM model only)



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iPhone 4 Model Differences The iPhone 4 (GSM model) and iPhone 4 (CDMA model) are very similar, but can be easily differentiated by:

1. The presence or lack of a SIM card tray (see first image below). The GSM model has a SIM card tray on the rightedge, whereas the CDMA model does not.

2. The different positioning of joints on the metal band (see all images below).



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iPhone 4 Back Cover Removal

Step Description Detailed Instructions Photo

1 Remove BackCover

2 Internal Check

a) Insert the iPhone into the fixture as shownand lock in place by engaging the red lever.

b) Use the iPhone Torque Driver andappropriate bit (cross-head or torx security, asneeded) to remove the two (2) dock screwsthrough the corresponding holes in thefixture screw mask.

c) Remove the phone from the fixture. Carefullyslide the back cover up as shown and removefrom the unit.

d) Set the back cover aside.

a. Inspect for internal damage or missingcomponents:

iPhone 4 (GSM model) shown here; iPhone 4(CDMA model) has a slightly different layout.See iPhone 4 Internal Check for details ondamage, tampering or how the unit shouldappear.



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iPhone 4 (GSM model) Internal Check

Internal Liquid Contact Indicators

The iPhone 4 (GSM model) contains two internal liquid contact indicators (LCI) on the shield of the main board andover one of the screws. If either of these indicators are activated (red), it indicates contact with liquid, which cancause damage that is not covered under warranty.

LCI and Tamper Label(underneathbattery removalpull tab)

LCI

Serial Number Barcode(side of stainless steel band)

Missing Internal Parts or Modules

If there are missing internal components or parts, it is considered evidence of disassembly or modification, which: is NOT covered under warranty. is NOT eligible for paid repair.



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iPhone 4 (CDMA model) Internal Check


The iPhone 4 (CDMA model) contains one internal liquid contact indicator (LCI) on the shield of the main board.If this indicator is activated (red), it indicates contact with liquid, which can cause damage that is not coveredunder warranty.

(underneathbattery pulltab)





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iPhone 3G/3GS Disassembly Instructions

iPhone 3G/3GS at a Glance

What You Will Need ESD wrist strap

ESD-safe workstationImportant: Proper ESD grounding and precautions must always be used when opening iPhone. ESD-safe Phillips #00 screwdriver iPhone 3G/3GS Display Removal Fixture (922-8728) SIM Tool or paper clip (size #1) Packing tape

Headset jack

Receiver

Ring/Silentswitch Camera

(on back)

SIM card tray

Volumebuttons

Touchscreen

Speaker

Dockconnector

Home button

Sleep/Wakebutton

Microphone

Applicationicons

Status bar



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iPhone 3G/3GS Display Removal


1 Remove BottomScrews

a. Insert the iPhone into the Display RemovalFixture as shown with dock connectorfacing out.

b. Flip the red lever to lock the iPhone in

place. The fixture should sit flush with theiPhone locked firmly in place.

c. Remove the two (2) cross-head dock screwsto the left and right of the dock connector.

Note: Save the screws for reuse.


Save for reuse.


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2Unseat DisplayModule

a. Press the metal handle down with enoughpressure to create suction between thedisplay glass and the suction cup.

Note: If the display is cracked, apply packingtape to the glass to provide a smooth surface for

the suction cup. Do NOT let tape go over the

edge onto the bezel.

b. Slowly lift the metal handle upwards withfirm pressure to pop the display out of theback housing. This may require moving thehandle to the left and right to unseat the

display. Do not use excessive force.

c. As the display assembly just begins to lift,use the flat side of a black stick to makesure that the dock connector flex cable(located at the front left corner, and labeled4) does not stick to the back of the display.

Carefully separate while lifting, if needed,while avoiding components on the flexcable assembly.



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3 Internal Check

4Reseat DisplayModule andInsert Screws

a. You can remove the iPhone from thefixture if needed for inspection asfollows:

Pinch the suction cup to release thesuction, being careful to not twist orpull on the display assembly.

b. DO NOT open the iPhone more than 45degrees, or damage to display assemblyconnectors may occur.

c. Inspect for internal damage or missingcomponents

See iPhone 3G/3GS Internal Differences for details on how the unit shouldappear.

See iPhone 3G/3GS Internal Check fordetails on damage or tampering.

a. Insert the display assembly into the top ofthe housing, being careful to insert thethree tabs at the top (Receiver end) of thedisplay assembly.

Note: Make sure the top of the housingand the display assembly sit flush and thereis not an excessive gap.

b. Once the display assembly is lined up withthe housing, gently push the bottom of thedisplay assembly into the housing while it islaying on a flat surface.

c. Reinstall (2) cross-head dock screws, one oneach side of dock connector.



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iPhone 3G/3GS Internal Differences The iPhone 3GS may look similar to the iPhone 3G, but the hardware is very different. Please use the photos belowto properly identify iPhone 3GS :

iPhone 3GS Internal

#7 AntennaConnector

New LSI Locations

Rounded SilverConductive Pads

iPhone 3GS Display Assembly

Closed SIM HolderDesign

The pictures below will help to identify iPhone 3G :

iPhone 3G Internal iPhone 3G Display Assembly

Black Mylar Pad

Squared Black Pads

Square Conductive

Open SIM holder

Copper Tape

Tamper Label



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iPhone 3G/3GS Internal Check


The iPhone 3G/3GS contains two internal liquid contact indicators (LCI) on the shield of the main board. If either ofthese indicators are activated (red), it indicates contact with liquid, which causes damage that is not covered underwarranty.



Internal Tamper Label

The iPhone 3G/3GS contain a tamper label near the lower right corner of the unit. If this label is damaged orremoved, it is considered evidence of disassembly or modification, which:

is NOT covered under warranty. MAY qualify for a paid repair.


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