Sony Xperia Z5 Rear Glass Replacement
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Last updated on Dec 3, 2019
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Introduction
Go to step 1 ↓Use this guide to remove the rear glass of the Sony Xperia Z5.
Opening the Sony Xperia Z5 will damage the waterproof seals on the device. If you do not replace the adhesive seals, your phone will function normally but will lose its water protection.
You’ll need replacement adhesive to reattach components when reassembling the device.
What you need
Parts
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Before you begin, switch off your phone.
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Apply a heated iOpener to the edges on the back of the phone to loosen the adhesive beneath the rear glass. Apply the iOpener for at least two minutes.
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Secure a suction handle to the bottom of the rear glass, as close to the edge as possible.
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Pull up the suction handle to generate a gap.
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Insert an opening pick into the gap to further separate the rear glass from the phone assembly.
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Secure the new back cover with pre-cut adhesive or double-sided adhesive tape after cleaning the according areas with isopropyl alcohol (>90%).
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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