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LG Xenon Keyboard Replacement

LG Xenon Keyboard Replacement

Micaela Saqui

Micaela Saqui and 4 other contributors

Last updated on February 20, 2018

6 minutes
Moderate

Introduction

Go to step 1

The keyboard is placed on the motherboard but is not attached in any way. This step is easy because there are no necessary tools involved. It is a simple and easy step that allows you to clean the keyboard.

What you need

Tools

  1. LG Xenon Keyboard Replacement, Back Case: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Turn the phone so the back side is face up.

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  2. LG Xenon Keyboard Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 LG Xenon Keyboard Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Use your thumb to press on the small ridge at the bottom of the phone, then push upward to slide off the back casing.

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  3. LG Xenon Keyboard Replacement, Battery: step 3, image 1 of 2 LG Xenon Keyboard Replacement, Battery: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Use your index finger to pull the top of the battery out from the top center divot. Then pull the battery towards yourself to remove it from the compartment.

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  4. LG Xenon Keyboard Replacement, Motherboard: step 4, image 1 of 2 LG Xenon Keyboard Replacement, Motherboard: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the six 2.4mm screws, which secure the back panel.

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  6. LG Xenon Keyboard Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Push a spudger or small tool under the inner edge of the back panel and gently pry upward to separate it from the main body.

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  7. LG Xenon Keyboard Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 2 LG Xenon Keyboard Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 2

    • Pop off the camera, lock, and volume buttons from the side of the phone using tweezers.

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  8. LG Xenon Keyboard Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 2 LG Xenon Keyboard Replacement: step 7, image 2 of 2

    • Use the Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the two 3mm screws, which secure the motherboard.

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  9. LG Xenon Keyboard Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 2 LG Xenon Keyboard Replacement: step 8, image 2 of 2

    • Carefully lift and remove the motherboard from the main body.

    • The connector cable will still be attached to the motherboard. Any damage to the connector cable may permanently disable the phone.

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  10. LG Xenon Keyboard Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 2 LG Xenon Keyboard Replacement: step 9, image 2 of 2

    • Carefully unclip the metal tab to separate the connector cable from the motherboard.

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  11. LG Xenon Keyboard Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 2 LG Xenon Keyboard Replacement: step 10, image 2 of 2

    • Once the connector cable is detached from the motherboard, you have successfully removed the motherboard from the phone.

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  12. LG Xenon Keyboard Replacement, Keyboard: step 11, image 1 of 1

    • Turn the motherboard over and carefully remove the keypad from the motherboard.

    • The keyboard may be sitting loosely in the case (not attached to the motherboard). Carefully remove keyboard from case.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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