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74,115
Martian Victory Watch Face Replacement
Martian Victory
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Repair Step 8: Use ESD safe tweezers to remove the gold ribbon cable. This will expose a second 5.2mm Phillips head screw that can be removed with a PH00 screwdriver.
step_instruction
74,115
Martian Victory Watch Face Replacement
Martian Victory
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Repair Step 9: Use a spudger to gently pry on the motherboard towards the top of the watch, being towards the 12 o'clock position to loosen the motherboard. You can now access the parts and pieces on the bottom of, and below the motherboard.
step_instruction
74,115
Martian Victory Watch Face Replacement
Martian Victory
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Repair Step 10: Locate the ribbon connection, and use remove the clips holding the strip on each side using needle tool.
step_instruction
74,115
Martian Victory Watch Face Replacement
Martian Victory
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Repair Step 11: With a pair of [product|IF145-020|tweezers], carefully remove the ribbon strip connection.
step_instruction
74,115
Martian Victory Watch Face Replacement
Martian Victory
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Repair Step 12: Remove the screw driver holding the LED screen and Speaker in place.
step_instruction
74,115
Martian Victory Watch Face Replacement
Martian Victory
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Repair Step 13: Insert a small flat screw driver under the speaker in order to remove it.
step_instruction
74,115
Martian Victory Watch Face Replacement
Martian Victory
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Repair Step 14: Using tweezers, remove the speaker and move off to the side.
step_instruction
74,115
Martian Victory Watch Face Replacement
Martian Victory
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Repair Step 15: Place a small flat head screwdriver under the LED screen, and carefully push it out of it's socket.
step_instruction
74,115
Martian Victory Watch Face Replacement
Martian Victory
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Repair Step 16: Remove final connection to accelerometer. The LED screen is now separated from the device.
step_instruction
74,115
Martian Victory Watch Face Replacement
Martian Victory
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Repair Step 17: Grab the motherboard with [product|IF145-020|tweezers] and remove from watch cavity.
step_instruction
74,115
Martian Victory Watch Face Replacement
Martian Victory
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Repair Step 18: Stabilize watch with the metal prove. Place tweezers around crown and pull outward, so that the crown can be removed.
step_instruction
74,115
Martian Victory Watch Face Replacement
Martian Victory
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Repair Step 19: Insert the spudger under plastic panel cover in order to access watch face.
step_instruction
74,115
Martian Victory Watch Face Replacement
Martian Victory
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Repair Step 20: Insert a spudger under the black watch face. Gently push up, so that it can be raised out of the watch. Use tweezers or pin tool in order to remove from watch.
step_instruction
27,598
Samsung Gear 2 Display Assembly Replacement
Samsung Gear 2
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Repair Step 1: Before disassembling your Gear, be sure it is powered off. To remove each strap, locate the metal latches on both sides of the back of the Gear. Press down on the metal latch while pulling the strap away from the Gear until it is completely off.
step_instruction
27,598
Samsung Gear 2 Display Assembly Replacement
Samsung Gear 2
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Repair Step 2: Remove the four 4.0 mm screws on the back of the Gear using a T5 Torx Screwdriver.
step_instruction
27,598
Samsung Gear 2 Display Assembly Replacement
Samsung Gear 2
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Repair Step 3: Firmly holding the Gear, insert the flat side of the spudger at an angle to pry the back casing off of the device. Move the spudger along the sides of the Gear to completely detach the back and front components. Pry the device open from the other side also if it does not fully disassemble from one side.
step_instruction
27,598
Samsung Gear 2 Display Assembly Replacement
Samsung Gear 2
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Repair Step 4: Use [product|IF145-020|tweezers] to grab and then gently lift up the metal plate of the safety belt. When removing the metal plate, be sure to remove them carefully as to not rip the orange tape that is attached to them. During reassembly, be sure to line up the pins of the metal plate in order to reatta...
step_instruction
27,598
Samsung Gear 2 Display Assembly Replacement
Samsung Gear 2
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Repair Step 5: Once the safety belt is removed, use tweezers to take the motherboard out of the Gear 2.
step_instruction
27,598
Samsung Gear 2 Display Assembly Replacement
Samsung Gear 2
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Repair Step 6: Once the motherboard is out of the way, take your plastic spudger and apply gentle pressure to the back of the lcd. It should pop free at one corner allowing you to work your opening tool between the display and the frame. Carefully remove the screen from the frame as you apply slight pressure from the b...
step_instruction
143,164
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 Screen Replacement
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2
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Repair Step 1: Turn off the Galaxy Watch Active2 by pushing and holding the bottom button for approximately 3 seconds. You should feel a short vibration. When the "Power off" symbol appears, tap the center of the screen to make it shut down. You should feel a longer vibration for confirmation.
step_instruction
143,164
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 Screen Replacement
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2
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Repair Step 2: Use a Tri-point Y00 screwdriver to remove the four 4 mm-long screws on the back of the watch.
step_instruction
143,164
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 Screen Replacement
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2
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Repair Step 3: Use an opening pick and place it between the plastic back cover and the metal housing near the buttons. Push the opening pick into the gap to separate the back cover from the housing. Don’t remove the back cover all the way yet. There is a cable connecting it to the motherboard.
step_instruction
143,164
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 Screen Replacement
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2
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Repair Step 4: Carefully lift the back cover to access the sensor array connector. Use a spudger to disconnect the sensor array from the motherboard.
step_instruction
143,164
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 Screen Replacement
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2
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Repair Step 5: Remove the back cover.
step_instruction
143,164
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 Screen Replacement
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2
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Repair Step 6: Use a spudger to disconnect the display assembly and the speaker.
step_instruction
143,164
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 Screen Replacement
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2
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Repair Step 7: Use a spudger to disconnect the barometric sensor, the buttons, and the microphone.
step_instruction
143,164
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 Screen Replacement
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2
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Repair Step 8: Place a spudger underneath the motherboard at the top right next to the display connector. Slightly twist and lever the spudger to loosen the core assembly. It might help to also check the comments below this and the next step if you’re having difficulties.
step_instruction
143,164
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 Screen Replacement
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2
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Repair Step 9: Grab the core assembly and carefully slide it out from under the cables. Remove the core assembly.
step_instruction
143,164
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 Screen Replacement
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2
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Repair Step 10: Place the edge of an opening tool under the speaker unit. Lever the opening tool down to separate the display from the frame.
step_instruction
143,164
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 Screen Replacement
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2
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Repair Step 11: Remove the frame from the display. Make sure to remove any remaining adhesive from the frame with isopropyl alcohol (>90%) before applying the adhesive or installing the new display.
step_instruction
32,299
Samsung Gear Live Back Replacement
Samsung Gear Live
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Repair Step 1: Lay the watch face-down on a flat, stable surface.
step_instruction
32,299
Samsung Gear Live Back Replacement
Samsung Gear Live
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Repair Step 2: Press the watchband down against the work surface. Press the tip of a flathead screwdriver against the edge of the spring-loaded holding pin.
step_instruction
32,299
Samsung Gear Live Back Replacement
Samsung Gear Live
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Repair Step 3: With the spring-loaded pin pressed in, the watch band should release easily. Gently pull the band away from the body of the watch. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the opposite side.
step_instruction
32,299
Samsung Gear Live Back Replacement
Samsung Gear Live
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Repair Step 4: With the watch laying face-down, locate the four screws. They are located on the back of the watch, at the four corners.
step_instruction
32,299
Samsung Gear Live Back Replacement
Samsung Gear Live
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Repair Step 5: Using a Torx-T5 screwdriver, remove each of the four 4mm screws and set them aside.
step_instruction
32,299
Samsung Gear Live Back Replacement
Samsung Gear Live
null
null
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Repair Step 6: Gently work the plastic opening tool under the top edge of the watch’s back cover.
step_instruction
32,299
Samsung Gear Live Back Replacement
Samsung Gear Live
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Repair Step 7: With the watch’s back cover pried loose, gently lift it away from the front half of the watch.
step_instruction
32,299
Samsung Gear Live Back Replacement
Samsung Gear Live
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Repair Step 8: Lay both halves of the watch body assembly face down (with internal components facing up).
step_instruction
107,955
Polar V800 Battery Replacement
Polar V800
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Repair Step 1: In this guide, the wrist band of the Polar V800 is removed for a clear view of the back panel. If you find it helpful, you may want to remove the wrist strap. Please reference the guide for removal instructions if you wish to do so. Ensure your Polar V800 sports watch is powered off before continuing. Re...
step_instruction
107,955
Polar V800 Battery Replacement
Polar V800
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Repair Step 2: Gently separate the watch housing from the back panel. The watch should come apart easily after removing the screws. If you experience difficulties separating the housing and and back cover, use a spudger to gently pry apart the back panel and the button and screen protector housing.
step_instruction
107,955
Polar V800 Battery Replacement
Polar V800
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Repair Step 3: The waterproofing seal is the red, elastic band that surrounds the display of the watch. Remove the waterproofing seal. During reassembly, align the red seal in the groove surrounding the glass screen on the main watch housing to ensure a watertight seal.
step_instruction
107,955
Polar V800 Battery Replacement
Polar V800
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Repair Step 4: Though not necessary, following the first may make the motherboard easier to remove. Remove the nine, 4.0 millimeter-long screws with a T5 head-type torque screwdriver.
step_instruction
107,955
Polar V800 Battery Replacement
Polar V800
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Repair Step 5: Once all of the screws have been removed, lift the motherboard to expose the battery beneath motherboard. A red wire and a black wire should run between the motherboard and the battery.
step_instruction
107,955
Polar V800 Battery Replacement
Polar V800
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Repair Step 6: The battery is glued down to the back of the watch. It may take some force to detach the battery at the glue joint. Use a spudger to pry the battery from the back of the watch. If your battery is swollen, be very careful in removing the battery. If the packaging is ruptured, the battery will be unsafe to...
step_instruction
107,955
Polar V800 Battery Replacement
Polar V800
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Repair Step 7: Gently pull the wires from their solder joints to disconnect them from the body of the watch. If the wires do not come off easily, you may need to desolder the connections. Visit for more help on soldering. To reconnect the wires to their solder joints, they must be soldered on. See the guide linked abov...
step_instruction
107,955
Polar V800 Battery Replacement
Polar V800
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Repair Step 8: To remove the battery, desolder the black and red wires connecting the battery to the motherboard and remove the battery. See this guide on for additional help.
step_instruction
59,692
Nike+ Sportband Motherboard Replacement
NikePlus Sportband
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Repair Step 1: To begin the disassembly of your NikePlus Sportband, first remove the device from the rubber wristband.
step_instruction
59,692
Nike+ Sportband Motherboard Replacement
NikePlus Sportband
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Repair Step 2: Finish the disassembly of your NikePlus Sportband by utilizing the metal spudger tool on the short edge to pry the external body pieces apart.
step_instruction
59,692
Nike+ Sportband Motherboard Replacement
NikePlus Sportband
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Repair Step 3: After the cover had been removed, use the metal spudger tool to remove the body of the device from the casing.
step_instruction
59,692
Nike+ Sportband Motherboard Replacement
NikePlus Sportband
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Repair Step 4: Use the metal [product|IF145-020|tweezers] to pry the screen casing from the body of the device. The screen casing is fastened to the body of the device by four clips located in each corner of the casing.
step_instruction
59,692
Nike+ Sportband Motherboard Replacement
NikePlus Sportband
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Repair Step 5: Flip the body of the device over so that the screen is now on the bottom. The display ribbon cable is soldered to the motherboard. We were able to peel up the ribbon cable with a pair of tweezers. Successfully resoldering this ribbon cable to the motherboard may prove difficult to the very small traces.
step_instruction
59,692
Nike+ Sportband Motherboard Replacement
NikePlus Sportband
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Repair Step 6: Flip the body of the device back over so that the screen is facing up. Using the tweezers, gently lift the screen from body of the device.
step_instruction
59,692
Nike+ Sportband Motherboard Replacement
NikePlus Sportband
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Repair Step 7: Remove the four highlighted screws from the motherboard using the Philips screwdriver.
step_instruction
59,692
Nike+ Sportband Motherboard Replacement
NikePlus Sportband
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Repair Step 8: Use the metal [product|IF145-020|tweezers] to lift the motherboard out of the device.
step_instruction
16,050
Fitbit Flex Teardown
Fitbit Flex
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Teardown Step 1: So many goodies in one package! The Fitbit Flex comes with the following: Two adjustable wristbands: one large, one small Wireless sync dongle Charging cable The Flex tracker sports some cool tech specs, too. Bluetooth 4.0 syncing Memory to store 30 days of data 5-day battery life
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16,050
Fitbit Flex Teardown
Fitbit Flex
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Teardown Step 2: With less effort than [guide|13470|peeling an orange|new_window=true], we peel the Fitbit Flex tracker out of the flexible wrist strap. Although it seems like a small consideration, we appreciate how easy it is to separate the electronics from the wrist strap—the component most likely to wear out.
step_instruction
16,050
Fitbit Flex Teardown
Fitbit Flex
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Teardown Step 3: Normally we would compare the device to other similar devices. Unfortunately, we don't really have much to compare the Flex to. How about a half dollar? The Flex may be slightly larger than a half dollar (though smaller than half a dollar bill), but it will cost you 200 of them. If anyone pays for a Fi...
step_instruction
16,050
Fitbit Flex Teardown
Fitbit Flex
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Teardown Step 4: The first things we notice on the Flex are the waterproof contacts. This is good news for those who might be sweating while wearing, or tearing down, the Flex. For the record, the Flex claims to be water-tight up to 10 meters, or 264 simultaneous Gatorade showers. This tiny gizmo fits snugly in its USB...
step_instruction
16,050
Fitbit Flex Teardown
Fitbit Flex
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Teardown Step 5: With no visible point of entry, we figure the path to victory can be carved with judicious application of sharp tools. Around here, we're big fans of . We're also big fans of [product|IF145-165|dozukis|new_window=true]. When saw comes to gadget, you know it's a teardown. Remember that teardowns are for...
step_instruction
16,050
Fitbit Flex Teardown
Fitbit Flex
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Teardown Step 6: Our first extraction: the light guides for the LEDs that pass for a display on this slim, dare we say emaciated, unit. Next out is the Bluetooth antenna, used for communicating with devices and the accompanying dongle. Oops! We appear to have a tiny hitchhiker; that's a piece of the motherboard hanging...
step_instruction
16,050
Fitbit Flex Teardown
Fitbit Flex
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Teardown Step 7: Pulling components out through the top of the Flex worked for a little while, but it's time to get to the good stuff. Using our handy [product|IF145-105|rotary tool|new_window=true], we cut through the plastic casing of the Flex tracker. Well hello there, Rico Suave! Peeling back the Flex's stylish pla...
step_instruction
16,050
Fitbit Flex Teardown
Fitbit Flex
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Teardown Step 8: The main board slides right away from the contact pins. Now we can get to the juicy bits. Small and encased in a thin sheet of metal tape, the battery is soldered to the motherboard. By this point, a replaceable battery is the least of our worries. We're getting some from the prominent vibrator that fu...
step_instruction
16,050
Fitbit Flex Teardown
Fitbit Flex
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Teardown Step 10: Stuck right on to the front of the board we find a near field communications (NFC) antenna. The NFC tag enables a tap launch of the Flex tracker's associated mobile app with "select NFC-enabled Android devices." This little guy looks like a likely candidate for the NFC controller.
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16,050
Fitbit Flex Teardown
Fitbit Flex
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Teardown Step 11: The motherboard flexes to show us what it's repping: STMicroelectronics Ultra Low Power ARM Cortex M3 Microcontroller Nordic Semiconductor Bluetooth Low Energy Connectivity IC STMicroelectronics 3-Axis Accelerometer Charger IC: TI
step_instruction
16,050
Fitbit Flex Teardown
Fitbit Flex
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Teardown Step 12: We just couldn't keep our scalpels to ourselves, so we ripped into the Flex's dongle as well. Plastic aside, we get to the goodies. We quickly free the dongle board from the metal casing of the USB plug.
step_instruction
16,050
Fitbit Flex Teardown
Fitbit Flex
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Teardown Step 13: Enough loligagging, let's ''cut'' to the chase. This diminutive USB board houses all of the hardware needed to communicate with the Flex — and your computer: Texas Instruments 2.4 GHz Bluetooth Low Energy SoC On the contact side: Antenna USB connection contacts
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16,050
Fitbit Flex Teardown
Fitbit Flex
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Teardown Step 14: Fitbit Flex Repairability Score: '''2 out of 10''' (10 is easiest to repair) Solid waterproofing, no moving parts, and lightweight construction make the Flex a very durable device, with the potential to last a long time. The wrist strap is similarly constructed and can be easily replaced. It's impossi...
step_instruction
85,141
Asus ZenWatch 2 Battery Replacement
Asus ZenWatch 2
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Repair Step 1: Remove the four 3.5mm screws to detach the case using the T5 screwdriver.
step_instruction
85,141
Asus ZenWatch 2 Battery Replacement
Asus ZenWatch 2
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Repair Step 2: Slide the spudger under the battery and lift to remove.
step_instruction
135,259
Huawei Watch 2 Opening Procedure
Huawei Watch 2
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Repair Step 1: Before starting repairs, take your watch off the charger and power it down. Feel free to attach or remove the watch band as needed to provide more control as you make repairs.
step_instruction
135,259
Huawei Watch 2 Opening Procedure
Huawei Watch 2
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Repair Step 2: Remove the four Torx T2 screws (4.5 mm length).
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135,259
Huawei Watch 2 Opening Procedure
Huawei Watch 2
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Repair Step 3: Use a pair of [product|IF145-020|tweezers] to remove the four plastic covers sitting next to the watch band holders.
step_instruction
135,259
Huawei Watch 2 Opening Procedure
Huawei Watch 2
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Repair Step 4: Insert an opening tool into the gap between the back cover and the watch case at the bottom edge of the back cover. Use the opening tool to pry up the back cover of the Huawei Watch 2. Do not remove the back cover assembly all the way yet—it's still connected to the mainboard.
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135,259
Huawei Watch 2 Opening Procedure
Huawei Watch 2
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Repair Step 5: Carefully fold the back cover assembly to the opposite side of the two watch crowns.
step_instruction
160,350
Google Pixel Watch Screen Replacement
Google Pixel Watch
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Repair Step 1: Before starting repairs, turn off your watch and take it off the charger. Remove the watch band by pressing the band release button and sliding the band over the button while pulling it away from the watch. Repeat for the other watch band.
step_instruction
160,350
Google Pixel Watch Screen Replacement
Google Pixel Watch
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Repair Step 2: [link| an iOpener] and apply it to the screen for about two minutes to soften the adhesive securing the screen. A [link| dryer], , or hot plate may also be used, but be careful not to overheat the watch—the screen and internal battery are both susceptible to heat damage.
step_instruction
160,350
Google Pixel Watch Screen Replacement
Google Pixel Watch
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Repair Step 3: The thin seam between the frame and screen requires a thin metal tool—take your time and work carefully to avoid scraping or gouging the watch body or glass. Insert an [link|] into the thin gap between the screen and frame, left of the digital crown.
step_instruction
160,350
Google Pixel Watch Screen Replacement
Google Pixel Watch
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Repair Step 4: When slicing the screen adhesive, insert the iFlex no deeper than 3 mm to prevent damaging internal components. Slide the iFlex around the entire perimeter of the watch to slice all of the screen adhesive.
step_instruction
160,350
Google Pixel Watch Screen Replacement
Google Pixel Watch
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Repair Step 5: Remove the iFlex and reinsert it under the screen, to the right of the speaker grille. Twist the iFlex to pry the screen up. Don't try to fully remove the screen just yet, as it‘s still connected to the watch assembly by a delicate cable.
step_instruction
160,350
Google Pixel Watch Screen Replacement
Google Pixel Watch
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Repair Step 6: Be careful not to strain the screen assembly cable when you open the display. Swing the screen open to an upright position. During reassembly, this is a good point to power on your device and test all functions before sealing it up. Be sure to power it back down completely before you continue working.
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160,350
Google Pixel Watch Screen Replacement
Google Pixel Watch
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Repair Step 7: Throughout this repair, [product|IF145-491|keep track of each screw|new_window=true] and make sure it goes back exactly where it came from. Use a Torx T2 screwdriver to remove the 2.1 mm-long screw securing the speaker bracket.
step_instruction
160,350
Google Pixel Watch Screen Replacement
Google Pixel Watch
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Repair Step 8: Take care not to puncture or bend the battery with sharp tools—it can leak dangerous chemicals or catch fire. Use a pair of [product|IF145-020|tweezers] to remove the speaker bracket.
step_instruction
160,350
Google Pixel Watch Screen Replacement
Google Pixel Watch
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Repair Step 9: Use the point of a spudger to pry up and disconnect the vibration motor‘s press connector. To re-attach [guide|25629|press connectors|stepid=70308|new_window=true] like this one, carefully align and press down on one side until it clicks into place, then repeat on the other side. Do not press down in the...
step_instruction
160,350
Google Pixel Watch Screen Replacement
Google Pixel Watch
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Repair Step 10: Be careful with sharp tools around the battery. Use tweezers to peel up the yellow tape securing the vibration motor cable to the battery.
step_instruction
160,350
Google Pixel Watch Screen Replacement
Google Pixel Watch
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Repair Step 11: Use a Torx T2 screwdriver to remove the two screws securing the vibration motor: One 1.8 mm-long screw One 2.8 mm-long screw
step_instruction
160,350
Google Pixel Watch Screen Replacement
Google Pixel Watch
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Repair Step 12: Use tweezers to lift the grounding bracket out of its recess and remove it.
step_instruction
160,350
Google Pixel Watch Screen Replacement
Google Pixel Watch
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Repair Step 13: Remove the vibration motor.
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160,350
Google Pixel Watch Screen Replacement
Google Pixel Watch
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Repair Step 14: Use a Torx T2 screwdriver to remove the two 3 mm-long screws securing the battery bracket.
step_instruction
160,350
Google Pixel Watch Screen Replacement
Google Pixel Watch
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Repair Step 15: Use [product|IF145-020|tweezers] to lift the grounding bracket out of its recess and remove it.
step_instruction
160,350
Google Pixel Watch Screen Replacement
Google Pixel Watch
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Repair Step 16: Take care not to puncture or bend the battery with sharp tools—it can leak dangerous chemicals or catch fire. Use tweezers to peel up the yellow tape from the edge of the battery, next to the speaker.
step_instruction
160,350
Google Pixel Watch Screen Replacement
Google Pixel Watch
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Repair Step 17: Slide the flat end of a spudger under the edge of the battery where the vibration motor was. Pry up the battery until you can grip it with your fingers. The battery is held in place by mild adhesive. If you're struggling to pry up the battery, apply a [link| iOpener] to the bottom of the watch for about...
step_instruction
160,350
Google Pixel Watch Screen Replacement
Google Pixel Watch
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Repair Step 18: Avoid straining or tearing the battery cable when moving the battery. Carefully place the battery next to the watch to access the battery connector bracket.
step_instruction
160,350
Google Pixel Watch Screen Replacement
Google Pixel Watch
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Repair Step 19: Use a Torx T2 screwdriver to remove the two 1.5 mm-long screws securing the battery connector bracket.
step_instruction
160,350
Google Pixel Watch Screen Replacement
Google Pixel Watch
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Repair Step 20: Use tweezers to remove the battery connector bracket.
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160,350
Google Pixel Watch Screen Replacement
Google Pixel Watch
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Repair Step 21: Use the point of a spudger to disconnect the battery cable by prying the connector straight up from its socket.
step_instruction
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Google Pixel Watch Screen Replacement
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Repair Step 22: Remove the battery. Never reuse a deformed or damaged battery—it's a fire hazard. Replace it with a new battery.
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Google Pixel Watch Screen Replacement
Google Pixel Watch
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Repair Step 23: ***Note:*** The screen assembly cable is threaded underneath the test port cable. Avoid straining or tearing the test port cable in the following steps. Use the point of a spudger to disconnect the screen assembly cable by carefully prying the connector straight up from its socket.
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Google Pixel Watch Screen Replacement
Google Pixel Watch
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Repair Step 24: The screen assembly cable is secured by light adhesive. Slide the flat end of a spudger underneath the screen assembly cable to loosen its adhesive and detach it from the watch frame.
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Google Pixel Watch
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Repair Step 25: Carefully pull the screen assembly cable out from underneath the test port cable. Remove the screen assembly. During reassembly, apply new adhesive where it's necessary after cleaning the relevant areas with high-concentration isopropyl alcohol (>90%). After installing the screen, apply strong, steady p...
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Huawei Watch 3 Battery Replacement
Huawei Watch 3
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Repair Step 2: Use a Torx T3 screwdriver to remove the four 4 mm-long screws on the back of the Huawei Watch 3.
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