ZTE ZMAX Z970 Screen Replacement

Insert a fine point tool into the hole on the top left side of the phone to remove the SIM and SD card trays.

Pull out the trays.

Insert a plastic opening tool into the groove between the phone’s back cover and casing.

Move the plastic opening tool along the edges of the phone to unclip the two pieces.

Remove the ten 1.2mm screws with a Phillips #000 screwdriver.

Remove the mid frame with the plastic opening tool.

Disconnect the battery from the motherboard.

Wedge a spudger underneath the battery and gently pry upwards to remove the battery.

Once free from the glue, remove from device.

Heat up the iOpener for 30 seconds and place on top of the phone for 2 minutes.

Wedge the opening picks into all the corners of the phone and lift until the screen comes off.