XDA2 & Variants

When dismantling any phone, great care should be taken to ensure that no damage is caused to any of the parts.  Rough handling may result in severe damage of many parts, and if proper anti-static procedures are not followed, electrostatic damage may result in any electronic component.

Before commencing, it is recommended that the correct tools are purchased for the job in hand.  At the very least, you will require a Torx T6 screwdriver.  Do NOT attempt to use a small Allen key or filed down screwdriver, you will only damage the screws.

Step 1.  Remove the stylus, memory card and car aerial cover.

Step 2.  Remove the battery cover.

Step 3.  Press the unlock button to release the battery.

Step 4.  To separate the housing insert a thin plastic shim into the gap between the aerial cover and the stylus hole and twist.

Step 5.  Ideally your should be using a tool as shown below but the same ends can be achieved using an old credit card.

Step 6.  Now use your shim to release the clip on the top of the unit.

Step 7.  With two of the retaining clips released you should be able to remove the aerial cover.  Now remove the two screws indicated below and store them safely.

Step 8.  Remove the six screws indicated below.

Step 9.  Again use your shim to separate the bezel and housing.

Step 10.  You should now be able to gently open the housing.

Step 11.  Turn over the housing as shown below.

Step 12.  Remove the three screws indicated below which hold the main board in place.

Step 13.  Release the flex by carefully lifting the locking bar.

Step 14.  To remove the camera module disconnect the flex using a flat bladed screwdriver, then use a small flat bladed screwdriver to lever the unit out.  Be aware of the double sided tape which holds the unit in place.

Step 15.  Turn the main board over.

Step 16.  Remove the navigation button by pulling upwards.

Step 17.  Remove the vibra motor.

Step 18.  To remove the screen assembly, very carefully warp the case as indicated below by the red arrows and push the screen out from front to back.

Step 19.  Now pull the screen assembly from its lower hook.

Step 20.  Remove the two screws and lift out the speaker.

Step 21.  Use tweezers to lift out the microphone.

Step 22.  Now disassembly should be complete.