LG VX5200 Antenna Replacement

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Last updated on February 19, 2016

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15 minutes

Rough estimate of how long this takes. (Use this to plan your day, not to feel judged.)

Moderate

Difficulty rating: Moderate. Follow instructions carefully to succeed.

Introduction

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A guide to replace the antenna.

What you need

Tools

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Step 1 Battery



• Turn the phone on its back.
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Step 2



• Orient the phone as shown.
• Remove the battery cover by pushing upward with your thumb.
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Step 3
• Place your fingernail at the top of the battery and pry the battery out towards you.
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Step 4 LG VX5200 Rear Body Panel Disassembly
• Orient the phone as shown with the battery already removed.
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Step 5
• Remove the 2 plastic plugs located on the side and upper quadrant of the rear body panel by using the push-pin and lifting outwards.
• Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the 5 screws as shown here.
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Step 6
• Place an iPod opener tool in the seam above the antenna.
• Run the tool around the perimeter of the entire phone.
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Step 7
• Check to see that your device looks like the attached photo.
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Step 8 Antenna
• Locate the screw and copper fixture that hold the antenna in place.
• Remove the screw from the device using a Philips #00 screwdriver.
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Step 9
• Remove the copper fixture after it has been unscrewed.
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Step 10
• Check to see that your device looks like the attached photo.
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