Teardown difficulty:
Moderate
Duration:
8 min

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Disassembly/Repair of the mobile device Apple iPhone 5 (iPhone 5 A1429, A1428) with each step description and the required set of tools.


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Step 1.

Using the key tool, open the SIM card slot and remove it.

⚠️ Warning!

Do not push too hard this may cause damage.


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Step 2.

Using screwdriver (Star Shape 0.8mm Pentalobe), unscrew the 2 bolts on the end of the phone.


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Step 3.

Lift the display module.


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Step 4.

Using screwdriver (Phillips 1.5 mm PH000), unscrew 3 bolts and remove the brackets retaining connectors.


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Step 5.

Using  screwdriver (Phillips 1.5 mm PH000), unscrew 3 bolts and remove another bracket retaining connectors.


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Step 6.

Remove the display module.


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Step 7.

Separate and remove the battery.

⚠️ Warning!

For careful separation, we recommend using a heat gun. At the same time, it is necessary to heat carefully in order, not to damage the surface of the device.


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Step 8.

Disconnect connectors and remove coaxial cables.


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Step 9.

Using a screwdriver (Phillips 1.5 mm PH000), unscrew 9 bolts.


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Step 10.

Disconnect connectors on the PCB.


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Step 11.

Turn over the PCB, disconnect connector of the coaxial cable and remove the board.


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Step 12.

Parts in the housing.

Detailed disassembly instructions of Apple iPhone 5 in the video, made by our mobile repair & service center:

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Disassembling\Repair has medium complexity and takes about 8 minutes in time.
Our manual is suitable for all models Apple iPhone 5 — iPhone 5 A1429, A1428 released for markets in different countries.




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