Einleitung
This guide will cover how to safely remove the antenna component and replace it with a functional piece. NOTE: There are four antennae on this device, and the replacement steps presented here can be repeated for each.
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Use a blow dryer or heat gun on a medium to high heat setting on the back pad to loosen the glue that attaches it to the device.
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To avoid ripping the back pad, gently peel it back from one corner until the pad is completely off.
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Use heat in areas where the glue is not loose enough.
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After removing the back pad, unscrew the five 5 mm Phillips #00 screws in the large, deep holes in the plastic casing. The plastic casing should come off easily after removing all the screws.
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Insert a narrow plastic opening tool into one of the notches. Apply moderate force to pull the metal casing from the plastic outer casing. You can use the rim of the outer case as leverage. You should hear a click when the metal casing detaches.
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After you hear the click, remove the inner metal case from the outer case using your hands. It should not take very much force.
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Remove the four wires coming from the antennas by pinching the cable at the tip and gently pulling up on it until it pops out of the socket.
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Repeat for the remaining three wires.
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Separate the logic board from the inner metal casing by gently pushing up on the logic board from the bottom while holding down the casing edges.
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Pull the logic board away from the metal casing to separate the two.
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Finish by lifting the antenna out of its position. The antenna and wire should be free from the logic board at this time and ready for replacement.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
