RCA 8 Apollo Camera Replacement - iFixit Repair Guide

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Introduction

Use this guide to replace the front or back camera on a RCA Apollo 8 tablet.

What you need

1. Step 1 Back Panel
  Before you begin, discharge your tablet battery below 25%. A charged lithium-ion battery can catch fire and/or explode if accidentally punctured.
  
  Power off your tablet before beginning to disassemble.
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2. Step 2
  Insert an iFixit opening tool into the gap between the tablet and back panel.
  
  Using a combination of iFixit opening tools and iFixit opening picks, pry the tablet upward around its perimeter to release it from the plastic rear case.
  
  If inserted too far, an opening pick can damage your device. It is helpful to mark the edge with an opening pick, or opening tool at a depth that will not damage the inner contents of the tablet.
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3. Step 3
  Disconnect the red and black speaker wires from the tablet.
  
  The front and back of the tablet will be disconnected.
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1. Step 4 Display Assembly
  Release the gold and black tab from the battery that's attached to a gray wire. The gold tab is held down by an adhesive; pull it until the adhesive releases.
  
  Remove the yellow tape that is around the battery.
  
  Unlock the ZIF socket and detach the display data interconnect cable from the front panel assembly.
  
  If the connector is misaligned, the pins can bend, causing permanent damage.
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2. Step 5
  Remove the three screws from the motherboard using a Phillips screwdriver.
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3. Step 6
  Remove the battery and motherboard together from the tablet.
  
  If the tablet needs a battery replacement, disconnect the battery and replace it with a new one.
  
  The battery might be glued down; you will just need to slowly remove the battery as the adhesive releases.
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1. Step 7 Camera
  Remove the front facing and back facing cameras from the top of the tablet.
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Conclusion

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

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