Nokia 7.2 Water Damage Repair

Water Damage Repair is one of the most common repairs for Nokia 7.2. This repair involves replacing the damaged recovery component with a new or refurbished part. The process typically takes 2-4 hours and requires difficult skill level.

🔧 Required Tools

What You'll Need

• Replacement recovery 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:

Remove back cover & battery.

Step 2:

Remove the front case by prying it open. You will hear clicks.

Be careful with taking off screen if you use a spudger.

Step 3:

Use a Torx screwdriver to remove the screen screws.

Use a spudger or [product|IF145-020|tweezers] to remove the connector of the LCD screen.

Step 4:

The PCB board had water damage, see this in picture 3.

To remove the corrosion, dab a cotton swab with a little distilled water on the corroded area, the corrosion will disappear.

Step 5:

How and where to use the cotton swabs.

DIY vs Professional Repair

Environmental Impact

By choosing to repair your Nokia 7.2 instead of replacing it, you're preventing approximately 46 kg of CO₂ emissions. Manufacturing a new Nokia 7.2 generates 56 kg of CO₂, while this repair only produces about 10 kg of CO₂. That's a 82% reduction in carbon emissions!