Before You Begin

 Warning

Read Battery Safety and follow workspace and battery handling guidelines before you begin.

Removal

Note: If you’ve already completed the removal steps, skip to reassembly.

1. Use a torque driver and the long JCIS bit to remove the two crosshead screws from either side of the USB-C connector. Set aside the screws.

   •  Caution

     • Keep the torque driver at a low angle to avoid stripping the screws.

     • Avoid contact with the logic board.

       

2. Loosen the adhesive between the USB-C connector and the enclosure.

   

3. Remove the USB-C connector.

   

Reassembly

 Warning

Installing only new batteries is recommended. Used battery cells can become damaged during the removal process. Read Battery Safety to learn more.

1. Use ESD-safe tweezers to remove all residual adhesive from the enclosure. Use an ethanol wipe or IPA wipe to clean the enclosure.

   

2. Ensure that the grounding clips aren’t bent. If they’re bent, realign them.

   

3. Remove the adhesive liner from the replacement USB-C connector. Position the USB-C connector in the enclosure.

4. Insert a USB-C charge cable into the port on the iPhone. Then press the USB-C connector into the USB-C charge cable for proper alignment.

   •  Warning: Ensure that the USB-C charge cable isn’t plugged into a power source.

     

5. Gently press on the USB-C connector to adhere the adhesive.

   • Note: To avoid damaging surrounding parts, wearing gloves is recommended.

     

6. Use the teal torque driver and long JCIS bit to install two new crosshead screws (923-11141) into either side of the USB-C connector.

   •  Caution

     • Keep the torque driver at a low angle to avoid stripping the screws.

     • Avoid contact with the logic board.

       
     

Reinstall the following parts to complete reassembly:

• Main microphone

• Taptic Engine

• Bottom speaker

• Battery

• Camera

• Back glass