Introduction
Motherboard Cover prereq only
Tools
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Insert a thumbnail, or spudger, into the notch on the bottom right to start separating the phone unit from the back cover.
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Move to the bottom left corner and pry the phone unit out of the back cover until you can get a good grip.
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Use a spudger or fingernail to lift the battery starting at the notch on the bottom left.
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Lever the battery out of its recess and remove it.
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Apply an opening pick to the bottom right corner of the motherboard cover.
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Twist the opening pick to free the motherboard cover out of the plastic clamps on the right side of the phone.
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Repeat the previous step on the left side of the motherboard cover to free it out of the plastic clamps.
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Pry up the motherboard cover until you can get a good grip.
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Remove the motherboard cover.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.