Motorola Edge Plus Back Glass Replacement
Complete guide to Motorola Edge Plus back glass replacement. 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
Back Glass Replacement is one of the most common repairs for Motorola Edge Plus. This repair involves replacing the damaged housing component with a new or refurbished part. The process typically takes 1-3 hours and requires difficult skill level.
🔧 Required Tools
What You'll Need
- Replacement housing 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:
Use an iOpener or hair dryer to heat the perimeter of the back cover to loosen the adhesive beneath.
Insert the tip of an opening pick 2-3 mm into the seam between the back cover and chassis.
Slide the pick around the entire perimeter of the case to sever the adhesive, inserting additional opening picks periodically to prevent the back cover from resealing.
If the adhesive hardens as it cools, apply additional heat as needed.
Remove the back cover.
📖 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: $42-$108)
- ✅ Learn new skills
- ❌ Risk of further damage
- ❌ No warranty
- ❌ Requires tools and time
🔧 Professional Repair
- ✅ Expert installation
- ✅ Warranty included
- ✅ Faster turnaround
- ❌ Higher cost ($70-$180)
- ❌ Need to find reputable shop
Environmental Impact
By choosing to repair your Motorola Edge Plus instead of replacing it, you're preventing approximately 53 kg of CO₂ emissions. Manufacturing a new Motorola Edge Plus generates 59 kg of CO₂, while this repair only produces about 6 kg of CO₂. That's a 90% reduction in carbon emissions!
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