Introduction
Installing a new microphone may be necessary if those receiving calls from you are unable to hear you. Installation should only be done as a last resort, after trying all other possible solutions as listed in the Nokia 8290 Troubleshooting Guide. Installation requires no prior knowledge of mobile phone microphones.
What you need
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Locate the small button on the top of the phone.
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Depress the button.
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With your other hand, pull the front cover away from the phone.
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Remove all six 5.3 mm long T6 screws.
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Remove the circuit board/faceplate sub-assembly from the back of the phone.
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Using your fingers, pull the small plastic tab away from the circuit board/faceplate sub-assembly.
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Rotate the faceplate away from the circuit board.
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Gently remove the faceplate from the circuit board, taking care to not break the small plastic tab on the other side of the sub-assembly.
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Use the spudger to peel back the top-left corner of the white adhesive film. This can be done by working the spudger back and forth underneath the film.
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Tool used on this step:Tweezers$4.99
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Continue to peel the film back until you can see the microphone.
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Use tweezers to remove the microphone.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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