Sony Xperia Z2 - Audio output connector and proximity sensor.

Guide with all the steps necessary for you to change the audio output connector (mini-jack) and the proximity sensor of the Sony Xperia Z2 yourself.

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Tutorial: Step by step

Step 1 SIM and microSD cards

Before starting make sure that the mobile is off.

Remove the SIM and micro SD cards.

Step 2 Opening

To be resistant to water, the Z2 comes completely sealed. To open the back cover we apply heat to soften the glue.

Use the hot air gun or HOT GLASS to heat the back cover.

Once opened this smartphone will lose the water resistance.

Step 3 Back cover

Insert the tip of the tine behind the back cover and traverse the contour to detach the adhesive.

Step 4

Separate the back cover, this contains the NFC antenna.

Step 5 Rear camera

Unplug the rear camera from the motherboard and pull it gently to remove it.

Step 6 Battery

Remove the remaining adhesive from the battery.

Remove the adhesive that covers the flex of the battery.

Step 7

Remove the 2 Phillips screws that hold the battery.

Disconnect the battery from the motherboard.

Step 8 Battery

Remove the battery.

Step 9 Antenna coaxial cable

Disconnect the coaxial cable at the end of the motherboard.

Step 10 WIFI Antenna

Remove the WIFI antenna, held by 1 Phillips screw.

Step 11 Motherboard

Remove the adhesive that protects the audio connector.

Remove the Phillips screw that holds the motherboard.

Step 12

Unplug the lower flexes and the connector from the audio output on the motherboard.

Step 13

Separate the base plate by gently prying with the opening tool.

Step 14 Audio output connector and proximity sensor.

Separate the component little by little. It comes well stuck and sealed to ensure the tightness of the phone.

Step 15

Finally separate the component.

Video Tutorial summary

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