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SIM Card Slot Repair

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Time Required: 20 minutes
Difficulty: Moderate
SIM Card Slot Repair

Introduction

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Very often, people must buy a completely new phone when something small like the soldering on the SIM slot breaks.

This guide provides brief instructions on how to fix a faulty or broken connection on a SIM card reader.

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      • Start by getting your work space set up and clear of clutter.

      • Remove the back of the phone.

      • Remove the battery and set it aside.

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      • Remove the six 2.3mm screws with a "T5" Screwdriver.

      • Remove the 2 additional 2.3mm screws from the side opposite the volume and power button.

      • When you open the back of the phone the camera and speaker will be attached to the part that you are removing.

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      • Inspect the sim slot to find where the factory solder might be broken.

      • Once found dip the soldering gun in the flux to prevent the solder sticking to the gun.

      • Use the 60/40 lead solder to repair the damaged spot on the sim slot.

      • Do NOT allow the solder to touch any other connections as it could cause the device to short out or no function properly.

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Conclusion

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

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I recently purchased a custom built phone which has the best parts of Android with the IMAX 13 camera my SIM tray broke and I can't seem to find anyone that has or knows which kind goes here is there any way you could help me

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