Sony Xperia Z1 Compact - Motherboard

Guide with all the necessary steps for you to change the Sony Xperia Z1 Compact motherboard yourself.

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Tutorial: Step by step

Step 1 SIM and microSD cards

Remove the SIM and SD cards from their corresponding slots.

Before starting make sure the phone is switched off.

Step 2 HOT GLASS

Insert the HOT GLASS in the microwave for the time specified in the instructions for use.

If you heat it too long, the gel inside will expand and the bag will be inflated until the content is poured.

The last minute in the microwave is advised to interrupt every 15 seconds and knead the gel inside with your hands to distribute the heat.

Step 3 Battery cover

Apply heat for a few minutes directly on the lid to heat the glue.

Step 4

Insert the tip of a plastic spike into the joint between the cover and the housing.

Starting with the small groove at the top, move the spike all the way around to remove the lid.

Do not use force as you can split the cover or damage some component. Repeat the previous step and apply heat as many times as necessary.

Step 5

Step 6 Battery

Remove the Phillips screw and disconnect the battery cable.

Step 7

Peel off the battery gently with a plastic tool.

If you apply too much force it can deform and damage the battery.

Step 8 Vibrator

Remove the small black pad that covers the vibrator connector.

Unplug and take off the vibrator.

Step 9 Intermediate housing

Remove the 4 Phillips screws.

Step 10

Separate the intermediate housing. Use a plastic tool to avoid damaging or scratching the equipment.

Step 11 Speaker

Separate the plastic module where the speaker is placed.

Step 12 Motherboard

Spread the plate carefully from right to left as if it were the first page of a book.

Do not pull on it as it is still held by 2 connectors.

Step 13

To separate the plate, release the flex cable connectors from the side buttons.

Step 14 Cameras

Step 15 Motherboard

Replace the metal shields of the plate to be replaced if it is not equipped with them.

Video Tutorial summary

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