LG Chocolate 3 Motherboard Replacement
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Introduction
Go to step 1 ↓Use this guide to replace the motherboard of the LG Chocolate 3. Be prepared to handle small screws and delicate electronic connections. Be sure to pay attention to what shouldn't be disconnected. Some parts may be viable to fall out during this process; it is important to reassemble them during the motherboard replacement process.
What you need
Tools
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Spudger4.9
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Place the phone face down.
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Press your finger down on the indentation and slide the back plate off.
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Use the pointed end of the spudger to pull out the plastic inserts that are located on the left and right-hand corners.
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Tool used on this step:Tweezers$4.99
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Using a Phillips #00 screwdriver, remove the six 3mm long screws found along the edges of the phone.
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Use tweezers to pull the clear end of the red and blue speaker cables away from motherboard.
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Tool used on this step:Tweezers$4.99
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Use tweezers to remove the music button found on the side of the phone.
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Use tweezers to remove the volume control buttons on the opposite side of the phone.
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Use the flat end of the spudger to lift the orange display data cable.
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Carefully insert the plastic opening tool between the motherboard and the back of the phone.
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Use your thumb and index finger to carefully lift and separate the motherboard from the back of the phone.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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