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Nexus 9 Vibrator Replacement

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    1. Nexus 9 Vibrator Replacement, Rear Case: step 1, image 1 of 3 Nexus 9 Vibrator Replacement, Rear Case: step 1, image 2 of 3 Nexus 9 Vibrator Replacement, Rear Case: step 1, image 3 of 3
      • With your fingers, carefully pry off the back plastic casing. Starting at the corners is usually the easiest.

      • The rear-facing camera seems to fit a little too snugly in its compartment on the rear case; so make sure that it stays connected to the motherboard.

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    1. Nexus 9 Vibrator Replacement, Vibrator Daughterboard: step 2, image 1 of 1
      • Disconnect the two ZIF connectors attached to the daughterboards.

      • Gently pull on the ribbon cable to remove it.

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    2. Nexus 9 Vibrator Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 Nexus 9 Vibrator Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2
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      • Remove the two 3mm T5 Torx screws securing the metal USB port bracket.

      • Use your fingers or a pair of tweezers to remove the bracket.

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    3. Nexus 9 Vibrator Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 3 Nexus 9 Vibrator Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 3 Nexus 9 Vibrator Replacement: step 4, image 3 of 3
      • Unscrew the two 3mm T5 Torx screws securing the daughterboard to the device.

      • Use a pair of tweezers to disconnect the vibrator cable. It will lift straight up from the daughterboard connector.

      • Use your fingers to lift the daughterboard upward and out of the device.

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    4. Nexus 9 Vibrator Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1
      • The daughterboard has an orange ribbon cable that is adhered to the device. Gently pull the ribbon up and remove the daughtboard.

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    1. Nexus 9 Vibrator Replacement, Vibrator: step 6, image 1 of 2 Nexus 9 Vibrator Replacement, Vibrator: step 6, image 2 of 2
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      • Use a pair of tweezers to remove the vibrator from the device.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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