LG Nexus 5 - Front camera

Guide with all the steps necessary for you to change the front camera of the Nexus 5 (LG D820) yourself.

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Tutorial: Step by step

Step 1 Back cover

Before starting make sure that the equipment is turned off.

With an opening tool release the hooks of the cover all around the contour.

Step 2

The bottom of the lid has a line of glue.

Remove it with a pick.

Step 3

Separate the back cover.

Step 4 Intermediate housing

Release the hooks on the intermediate housing and remove it.

Step 5 Battery

Disconnect and unfold the interconnection flex.

Step 6

Disconnect the battery cable.

Step 7

The battery is attached to the chassis.

Remove it by prying it with the opening tool.

Do not deform the battery as it may damage it.

Step 8 Cables coaxial

Disconnect the upper ends of the coaxial cables.

Step 9 Motherboard

Disconnect the rear and front cameras from the motherboard.

Step 10

Use the opening tool to separate the motherboard.

Step 11 Front camera

Remove the plastic holder and the adhesive that covers the camera.

Step 12

Remove the front camera by pulling it gently.

Video Tutorial summary

In this video you can watch a quick summary of the tutorial, but we recommend to follow the complete tutorial, with its explanations and detailed images.
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