What you need
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Insert a SIM card eject tool into the hole on the side of the phone, just below the SIM tray.
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Press firmly to release the tray, then pull it out the rest of the way.
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Place your phone on a clean, heat resistant surface or mat.
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Position the tip of the heat gun 2–3 inches above the device.
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Move the heat gun along the edge of the back cover of the phone. Always keep the heat gun in motion, and never leave it over one spot for too long—doing so could damage the device.
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Heat the glue around the fingerprint button, moving it in small circles.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order. Apply new adhesive where necessary after cleaning the relevant areas with isopropyl alcohol (>90%). Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.