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Huawei P40 Pro Power Button Repair

Complete guide to Huawei P40 Pro power button repair. Cost estimates, difficulty level, time required, and environmental impact.

💰 Cost:$50 - $140
⏱️ Time:1-2 hours
🌍 CO₂ Saved:62 kg

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💰 Cost Breakdown

Parts$30 - $84
Labor$20 - $56
Total Estimated Cost$50 - $140

💡 Tip: Costs vary by location and repair shop. Authorized service centers typically charge more than independent repair shops.

🔧 Repair Overview

Power Button Repair is one of the most common repairs for Huawei P40 Pro. This repair involves replacing the damaged input component with a new or refurbished part. The process typically takes 1-2 hours and requires moderate skill level.

🔧 Required Tools

What You'll Need

  • Replacement input 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: Loosen the rear glass adhesive

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Apply a [https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/iOpener+Heating/25705|heated iOpener|new_window=true] to the rear glass to loosen the adhesive underneath. Apply the iOpener for at least two minutes.

Step 2: Insert an opening wheel

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Since the rear glass of the Huawei P40 Pro is curved, we highly recommend to slice the adhesive with a softer plastic tool like the iMac opening wheel before working with opening picks to prevent the rear glass from shattering.

Secure a suction handle to the bottom edge of the rear glass, as close to the curved edge as possible.

If your rear glass is badly cracked, [https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/How+to+Tape+Over+a+Cracked+Phone+Screen/140533|covering it with a layer of clear packing tape|new_window=true] may allow the suction cup to adhere. Alternatively, [link|https://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/igi/4MmKE22Cy2MavVZU|very strong tape|new_window=true] may be used instead of the suction cup. If all else fails, you can superglue the suction cup to the rear glass.

Lift the back cover with the suction handle to create a small gap between the back cover and the frame.

In case you have trouble creating a gap, apply more heat to further soften the adhesive. Follow the iOpener instructions to avoid overheating.

Insert an iMac opening wheel into the gap.

Slide the opening wheel to the bottom left corner to slice the adhesive.

Step 3: Insert an opening pick

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Insert an opening pick into the gap between rear glass and frame at the bottom left corner of your phone to prevent the adhesive from resealing.

Step 4: Cut the rear glass adhesive

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Reinsert the opening wheel at the bottom edge of the rear glass.

Slide the opening wheel to the bottom right corner to slice the adhesive.

Insert an opening pick underneath the bottom right corner of the rear glass, next to the opening wheel to prevent the adhesive from resealing.

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If the adhesive becomes hard to cut, it has most likely cooled down. [https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/iOpener+Heating/25705|new_window=true|Use your iOpener] to reheat it.

Insert the opening wheel underneath the bottom left corner of the rear glass.

Slide the opening wheel along the left edge of your Huawei P40 Pro to cut the adhesive.

Insert an opening pick underneath the top left corner of the rear glass, next to the opening wheel to prevent the adhesive from resealing.

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Insert the opening wheel underneath the top left corner of the rear glass.

Slide the opening wheel along the top edge of your phone to cut the adhesive.

Insert an opening pick underneath the top right corner of the rear glass, next to the opening wheel to prevent the adhesive from resealing

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Insert the opening wheel underneath the top right corner of the rear glass.

Slide the opening wheel along the right edge of your phone to cut the remaining adhesive.

Step 8: Remove the rear glass

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Remove the rear glass.

Step 9: Remove the midframe screws

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Remove the eleven 4.5 mm-long Phillips #00 screws.

Step 10: Peel off the protective foil

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Slide an opening pick underneath the bottom right corner of the protective foil.

Use the opening pick to gently peel the protective foil off the daughterboard cover.

Repeat the previous procedure to peel the bottom left protective foil corner off the speaker.

Step 11: Pry up the midframe

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The left side of the midframe is very fragile. Take your time prying it up to prevent breaking it.

Slide an opening pick underneath the bottom left corner of the plastic midframe.

Slide the opening pick along the left edge of the midframe to release the plastic clips holding it in place.

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Insert the tip of an opening pick at the top edge of the midframe next to the top left corner.

Tilt the opening pick downwards to pop the plastic clips out of their sockets.

Slide the opening pick along the top edge of the midframe to release the remaining plastic clips.

Step 13: Remove the midframe

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Remove the midframe.

Step 14: Disconnect the interconnect cable

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Use the flat end of a spudger to pry up and disconnect the interconnect cable.

Step 15: Disconnect the battery cable

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Use the flat end of a spudger to pry up and disconnect the battery cable.

Step 16: Disconnect the antenna cable

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Use a spudger tor pry up and disconnect the antenna flex cable.

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Fold the antenna cable to the side to avoid damaging it during the battery removal.

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Fold the interconnect flex cable toward the charging port in order to get access to the battery pull tabs.

You might want to use a small piece of tape to temporarily stick this cable onto your working desk to avoid accidentally damaging it during the battery removal.

Step 19: Peel the pull tabs off the battery

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Take care not to puncture or bend the battery with your tool—a punctured or bent battery may leak dangerous chemicals or cause a thermal event.

Use a pair of blunt nose [product|IF145-020|tweezers] or a clean fingernail to peel the orange adhesive strip labelled with a ***1*** off the battery.

The orange adhesive tape will rip along a small perforated line.

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Use a pair of blunt nose tweezers or a clean fingernail to peel the orange adhesive strip labelled with a '''2''' off the battery.

The orange adhesive tape will rip along a small perforated line.

Step 21: Lift the battery out of its recess

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Peel the orange adhesive strip labelled with a '''3''' off the battery.

Pull up on the orange adhesive strip to lift the battery out of its recess and swing it up to an upright position.

Although these adhesive tabs are supposed to make the battery removal easier, they may require some force. In case you're having trouble removing the battery, you can apply [https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/iOpener+Heating/25705|a heated iOpener|new_window=true] to the center of the display to loosen the adhesive underneath.

Step 22: Remove the battery

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Peel the battery off the remaining adhesive.

Remove the battery.

During reassembly, temporarily reconnect the battery to the motherboard to help align it correctly. Disconnect the battery after it is seated.

Peel the battery's adhesive sticker off the midframe.

This step is mandatory if you are replacing the display. It is highly recommended to use a fresh adhesive sticker when installing a new battery.

📖 Repair guide provided by iFixit - The free repair manual. Licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 3.0.

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DIY vs Professional Repair

✋ DIY Repair

  • ✅ Lower cost (parts only: $30-$84)
  • ✅ Learn new skills
  • ❌ Risk of further damage
  • ❌ No warranty
  • ❌ Requires tools and time

🔧 Professional Repair

  • ✅ Expert installation
  • ✅ Warranty included
  • ✅ Faster turnaround
  • ❌ Higher cost ($50-$140)
  • ❌ Need to find reputable shop

Environmental Impact

By choosing to repair your Huawei P40 Pro instead of replacing it, you're preventing approximately 62 kg of CO₂ emissions. Manufacturing a new Huawei P40 Pro generates 65 kg of CO₂, while this repair only produces about 3 kg of CO₂. That's a 95% reduction in carbon emissions!

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