Replacing the back cover
The back of the enclosure is warped or the camera lens is scratched
- iPhone 6s
- 38 Steps
- Difficult
- 120 min.
Introduction
In this guide, we show you how to replace your iPhone 6s’ defective back cover on your own. This repair can help if the back cover is warped or scratched, or if your rear camera no longer takes sharp pictures because the lens is scratched.
Required tools
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Hard Plastic Pick
Hard Plastic Pick
You need a flat but stable tool such as a pick to pry out parts that are glued in place.
€1.00 at the iDoc store -
Heat gun
Heat gun
You can use a heat gun to heat parts that are glued on so they’re easier to remove. In most cases, you can also use a hairdryer.
from €14.99 on Amazon -
For storing screws
For storing screws
We recommend storing your screws so you don’t mix up the various screws and small parts.
€10.00 at the iDoc store -
Plastic prying tool
Plastic prying tool
You need a flat plastic prying tool to disconnect the various plugs and connectors.
€2.00 at the iDoc store -
Suction cup
Suction cup
A suction cup is perfect for lifting smooth surfaces such as displays or rear glass panels.
€3.00 at the iDoc store -
Tweezers
Tweezers
We recommend using tweezers to remove screws and various small parts from your device.
€16.00 at the iDoc store -
Pentalobe PL1 screwdriver
Pentalobe PL1 screwdriver
You need the right screwdriver for removing pentalobe PL1 screws.
€10.00 at the iDoc store -
Phillips PH00 screwdriver
Phillips PH00 screwdriver
You need the right screwdriver for removing PH00 screws.
€7.00 at the iDoc store -
Hexagon nut driver, 2.5 mm
Hexagon nut driver, 2.5 mm
You need the right screwdriver for removing 2.5 mm hex screws.
€10.00 at the iDoc store
Required replacement part
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iPhone 6s Back Cover in Space Gray
iPhone 6s Back Cover in Space Gray
If your back cover is warped or scratched, you can replace it with this new enclosure, which includes the power/Sleep/Wake and volume buttons, as well as the SIM card tray. Whether or not your cover’s busted, this is a great way to see how your phone looks in a different color. As always, we’ve tested this replacement part to make sure it meets our high standards for quality and functionality.
€69.00 at the iDoc store
Replacement parts and tools for this repair
With our tools and the right replacement part, your repair will be a success.
Getting started
If you get stuck or have questions, you can post a comment for each step. We’d be happy to help.
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Turning off your Device
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Removing the enclosure screws
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Lifting the display
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Disconnecting the battery contact
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Disconnecting the display connectors
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Removing the Taptic Engine
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Removing the battery
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Disconnecting the Lightning connector
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Removing the speaker
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Unscrewing the Lightning connector
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Removing the Lightning connector
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Removing the iSight camera
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Disconnecting the volume connector
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Removing the Wi-Fi antenna
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Removing the SIM card tray
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Removing the logic board
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Removing the antenna
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Removing the flashlight cover
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Removing the standby/volume control cable
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Transferring the retaining brackets
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Installing the standby/volume control cable
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Attaching the flashlight cover
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Connecting the antenna
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Inserting the logic board
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Inserting the SIM tray
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Installing the Wi-Fi antenna
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Connecting the volume connector
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Connecting the iSight camera
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Attach the Lightning connector
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Installing the speaker
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Connecting the Lightning connector
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Installing the battery
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Installing the Taptic Engine
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Connecting the display
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Connecting the battery
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Attaching the display
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Fastening the enclosure screws
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Setting the time
You did it!
Great, good job! Congratulations on repairing your iPhone 6s. Now we’d like to know if our guide helped you.
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