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[* black] Use the edge of a plastic opening tool to gently pry up the display assembly around its perimeter.
[* black] Remove the display assembly from the iPhone.
-[* icon_caution] When reinstalling the display assembly, make sure the digitizer and display data cable are completely pulled through the slot cut into the outer case. Otherwise, the digitizer cable will not reach to its socket on the logic board.
+[* icon_caution] When reinstalling the display assembly, carefully pull both cables through the slot of the outer case. Take extra care with the digitizer cable. Avoid letting it get stuck at it's lower edge which might tear its base lengthwise and render the display unit dysfunctional.
[* icon_note] Remember to switch the home button from your old display to the new display (most cases this is not provided)
[* icon_reminder] After reassembly, protect your new display from any scratches by installing a new [product|IF182-025|screen protector].