Huawei P35 Vibration Motor Repair
Complete guide to Huawei P35 vibration motor repair. Cost estimates, difficulty level, time required, and environmental impact.
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💰 Cost Breakdown
💡 Tip: Costs vary by location and repair shop. Authorized service centers typically charge more than independent repair shops.
🔧 Repair Overview
Vibration Motor Repair is one of the most common repairs for Huawei P35. This repair involves replacing the damaged haptic component with a new or refurbished part. The process typically takes 30 min - 1 hour and requires easy skill level.
🔧 Required Tools
What You'll Need
- Replacement haptic part (OEM or aftermarket)
- Precision screwdriver set (Phillips #000 or pentalobe)
- Opening tools (plastic spudger, suction cup)
- Adhesive strips or glue
- Clean workspace with good lighting
Step-by-Step Process
Step 1:
Insert the tip of an opening pick between the back cover and the mid frame and slide it around the phone, to cut the adhesive.
Using a suction handle to lift the back cover may help to get an initial gap for the opening pick to put in.
If the adhesive is hard to cut, [https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/iOpener+Instructions/11677|use an iOpener] to loosen it.
Step 2:
After you cut the adhesive on every edge, twist your opening pick, to separate the rear cover from the phone.
Flip the rear cover over to the right side of the phone.
Step 3:
Use a pair of [product|IF145-020|tweezers] to remove the sticker.
Remove the two Phillips #00 screws.
Remove the four 2.5 mm Phillips #00 screws.
Step 4:
Use tweezers to remove the mainboard shield.
Use the flat end of a spudger to disconnect the finger print sensor flex cable.
When reassembling apply new adhesive where it is necessary.
Step 5:
Remove the Phillips screw holding the battery connector plate in place.
Remove the battery connector plate.
Use the flat end of a spudger to disconnect the battery flex cable.
Step 6:
Remove the seven Philipps #000 screws.
Step 7:
Insert an opening pick under the right edge of the loudspeaker unit and lever it up.
Grab the loudspeaker unit and remove it.
Step 8:
Remove the vibration motor.
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DIY vs Professional Repair
✋ DIY Repair
- ✅ Lower cost (parts only: $24-$66)
- ✅ Learn new skills
- ❌ Risk of further damage
- ❌ No warranty
- ❌ Requires tools and time
🔧 Professional Repair
- ✅ Expert installation
- ✅ Warranty included
- ✅ Faster turnaround
- ❌ Higher cost ($40-$110)
- ❌ Need to find reputable shop
Environmental Impact
By choosing to repair your Huawei P35 instead of replacing it, you're preventing approximately 61 kg of CO₂ emissions. Manufacturing a new Huawei P35 generates 63 kg of CO₂, while this repair only produces about 2 kg of CO₂. That's a 97% reduction in carbon emissions!
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