Nokia C20 Camera Repair
Complete guide to Nokia C20 camera 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
Camera Repair is one of the most common repairs for Nokia C20. This repair involves replacing the damaged optics component with a new or refurbished part. The process typically takes 30 min - 1 hour and requires moderate skill level.
🔧 Required Tools
What You'll Need
- Replacement optics 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:
Press down on the button located at the bottom of the phone, using the center ridge as a guide.
Pull the phone apart from the bottom, keeping the button pressed down.
CAUTION! The plastic opening tool may be used to gain leverage. Some force is required to open.
Step 2:
Remove the back cover to expose the battery. Put the plastic cover in a safe location for later.
Step 3:
Place a finger or plastic opening tool in the gap between the battery and the phone.
Gently lift the battery out by putting your finger in the small indent.
Step 4:
Locate the plastic latches on the left and right sides of the phone.
Insert the plastic opening tool or a fingernail into each latch and pry them open individually.
CAUTION! Some force is required.
Step 5:
Remove the faceplate with the number pad attached and put the faceplate to the side.
Step 6:
Turn the faceplate so the number pad faces downward.
Lift the number pad out of the faceplate.
Step 7:
Remove the six screws along the edges of the phone using a Torx 5 screwdriver.
Step 8:
Locate the orange ribbon tape connecting the metal display plate to the motherboard.
Lift the black latch attaching the tape to the motherboard.
Gently pull the tape out of the latch slot to remove the metal display.
Step 9:
Using the plastic opening tool, gently pry off the motherboard from the plastic shell. Place the metal display in a safe location for reassembly.
CAUTION! When pulling the motherboard out, be careful not to damage the battery under the lower left hand corner of the motherboard.
Step 10:
Turn the motherboard over and locate the orange ribbon tape connecting the display to the motherboard.
Gently pull the tape up to remove the display.
Step 11:
Locate the camera component in the plastic shell removed from underneath the motherboard (It is one piece).
Gently pull out the camera component using either a finger or plastic opening tool.
📖 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: $36-$150)
- ✅ Learn new skills
- ❌ Risk of further damage
- ❌ No warranty
- ❌ Requires tools and time
🔧 Professional Repair
- ✅ Expert installation
- ✅ Warranty included
- ✅ Faster turnaround
- ❌ Higher cost ($60-$250)
- ❌ Need to find reputable shop
Environmental Impact
By choosing to repair your Nokia C20 instead of replacing it, you're preventing approximately 52 kg of CO₂ emissions. Manufacturing a new Nokia C20 generates 56 kg of CO₂, while this repair only produces about 4 kg of CO₂. That's a 93% reduction in carbon emissions!
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