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How do i change the screen glass on Nokia 8.1?
It happens to everyone to inadvertently drop his Nokia 8.1.
Sometimes your device may not suffer any damage and other times the damage is noticeable.
The most frequent breakage is that of the glass.
It is relatively annoying to have the glass of your Nokia 8.1 broken and going to repair your smartphone at an authorized repairer can be relatively expensive, especially for small budgets.
That's why we decided to write this tutorial to help you repair your Nokia 8.1 glass by your own means.
Through this tutorial, we will show you how to change the screen glass on your Nokia 8.1. We will explain all the steps to successfully change the glass.
Prerequisites for changing the screen glass on your Nokia 8.1
Given the price at an authorized repairer to change the broken glass of your Nokia 8.1 which can be around 70 € depending on where you are going, we are therefore offering you this tutorial to repair the glass yourself.
To start the repair, you need to purchase the tools.
You just have to type “Nokia 8.1 Toolkit” in your favorite search engine. This kit must consist of several tools: a screwdriver, a suction cup, a spatula, pliers, a SIM / SD card ejector and finally a microfiber cloth to clean your window.
Also, if the glass is not sold with the kit, then don't forget to order it.
You just have to type “Nokia 8.1 Glass” and you will find a wide selection. You should have a total of less than 30 €, which is half the amount of an authorized repairer. Once you have all of these items, then you can start the repair your Nokia 8.1 glass.
Step one: disassemble your Nokia 8.1
To avoid damaging your Nokia 8.1, turn it off before starting glass repair.
You must start by removing the back cover of your Nokia 8.1 using the spatula provided in the kit. Then, always remove the battery and the SIM card from your device using the spatula.
Then, you will have to remove the screws one by one using the screwdriver and then carefully remove the cover that surrounds your Nokia 8.1 using the spatula, to avoid damaging the components located below.
Then, gently remove the tablecloth still using a spatula.
The cable is a large orange wire located at the top of your Nokia 8.1, which connects the motherboard to the touch screen.
You have already completed your Nokia 8.1 disassembling.
Step two: remove and put the glass on your Nokia 8.1
Remove the glass from your Nokia 8.1
During this step, be as careful and attentive as possible.
To be able to easily remove the glass, you simply have to heat the edges of your Nokia 8.1 with a hair dryer for about 5 minutes in order to soften the glue.
Then use the spatula to carefully remove the screen. You can also use the suction cup to help remove the glass.
Put the new glass on your Nokia 8.1
We are coming to the end of this tutorial soon. Before placing the new window, remove the film that protects the window and clean it with the microfiber cloth in order to remove all impurities.
Then, you just have to place the new glass in the same way as the old glass was installed.
Finally, press down on the glass of your Nokia 8.1 so that the glue, which you have softened, sticks to the new screen.
Do not press too hard in order to avoid breaking it.
Step three: reassemble your Nokia 8.1
You have reached the last step of this tutorial. You must now reassemble your Nokia 8.1. Start by reconnecting the cable, then install the cover that protected all the components.
Then, take your screwdriver to put the screws back in place.
Finally, put the battery and the SIM card back in their places and replace the back cover of your device. You have finished the manipulation. All you have to do is turn on your Nokia 8.1 to see if you have successfully completed the tutorial. We hope we were able to help you as best as possible.
If you encounter any difficulties, do not hesitate to ask a friend who is an expert in technology, who will be able to help you in this process to change the screen glass on Nokia 8.1.
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