Nokia G50 Charging Port Repair
Complete guide to Nokia G50 charging port repair. Cost estimates, difficulty level, time required, and environmental impact.
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💰 Cost Breakdown
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🔧 Repair Overview
Charging Port Repair is one of the most common repairs for Nokia G50. This repair involves replacing the damaged connectivity component with a new or refurbished part. The process typically takes 30 min - 1 hour and requires easy skill level.
What You'll Need
- Replacement connectivity 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: Eject the SIM card tray
Insert a SIM eject tool, bit, or a straightened paper clip into the small hole on the SIM card tray on the upper left edge of the phone.
Press firmly to eject the tray.
Step 2: Remove the SIM card tray
Remove the SIM card tray.
When installing either a SIM card or a microSD card, make sure they're in the correct orientation and sitting completely flush with the edges of the tray before reinserting the tray into the phone.
Step 3: Insert an opening pick
The back cover of the phone is held in place by plastic clips.
Insert an opening pick under the [https://guide-images.cdn.ifixit.com/igi/OYnLKSRRvafRQqdq.full|small notch|new_window=true] in the SIM card tray slot.
Step 4: Release the plastic clips
Position the opening pick at a steep downward angle between the back cover and the screen assembly.
Slide the opening pick down the left edge of the phone to release the plastic clips.
Step 5:
Turn the opening pick around the corner and continue to slide it along the bottom edge to release the plastic clips.
Step 6:
Slide the opening pick up the right edge to continue releasing the plastic clips.
Step 7:
Slide the opening pick along the top edge to release the remaining plastic clips.
Don't try to fully remove the back cover just yet, as it's still connected to the phone.
Step 8: Flip open the back cover
With the phone laying screen-side down, carefully lift the right edge of the back cover, opening it like a book.
Take care not to strain or tear the attached fingerprint reader cable during this procedure.
Lay the back cover next to the phone.
Step 9: Unfasten the fingerprint reader bracket
Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the 3.8 mm‑long screw securing the fingerprint reader bracket.
Step 10: Remove the fingerprint reader bracket
Use a pair of [product|IF145-020|tweezers] or your fingers to remove the fingerprint reader bracket.
Take care not to puncture the battery with your tool—a punctured or bent battery may leak dangerous chemicals or cause a fire.
During reassembly, make sure to align the fingerprint reader bracket correctly and [https://guide-images.cdn.ifixit.com/igi/3Opax6TCKHrRLTAb.full|push the small metal edge back into its recess|new_window=true] under the motherboard cover.
Step 11: Disconnect the fingerprint reader
Use the flat end of a spudger to disconnect the fingerprint reader by prying the connector straight up from its socket.
To re-attach [https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Recognizing+&+Disconnecting+Cable+Connectors/25629#s70308|press connectors|new_window=true] like this one, carefully align and press down on one side until it clicks into place, then repeat on the other side. Do not press down on the middle. If the connector is misaligned, the pins can bend and cause permanent damage.
Remove the back cover.
Step 12: Unfasten the motherboard cover
There is a [link|https://guide-images.cdn.ifixit.com/igi/CNYOCF62SE6vXNOn.full|new_window=true|white sticker covering one of the top screws]. Pierce through it with the screwdriver or [link|https://guide-images.cdn.ifixit.com/igi/uoqu5doOIL43yWP6.full|use tweezers to remove it|new_window=true].
Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the eleven 3.8 mm-long screws securing the motherboard cover.
Step 13: Pry up the motherboard cover
The motherboard cover is further held in place by plastic clips.
Insert an opening pick under the right edge of the motherboard cover to release its plastic clips.
Flip the motherboard cover over the top edge of the phone.
Step 14: Remove the motherboard cover
The motherboard cover has two short adhesive tapes wrapped around the top edge and onto the frame.
Pull the motherboard cover away from the frame to separate the adhesive tape and remove it.
During reassembly, fold the adhesive strips onto the frame after snapping the motherboard cover back in place.
Step 15: Disconnect the battery cable
Use the flat end of a spudger to disconnect the battery cable by prying the connector straight up from its socket.
Step 16: Unfasten the loudspeaker
There is a [link|https://guide-images.cdn.ifixit.com/igi/1gKDhTVdHdBBt4H4.full|new_window=true|white sticker covering one of the top screws]. Pierce through it with the screwdriver or [link|https://guide-images.cdn.ifixit.com/igi/DLblPVcpwQGfpW4b.full|use tweezers to remove it|new_window=true].
Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the eight 3.8 mm-long screws securing the loudspeaker.
Step 17: Pry up the loudspeaker
Insert an opening pick underneath the right edge of the loudspeaker.
Twist the opening pick to release loudspeaker from the plastic clips holding it in place.
Step 18: Remove the loudspeaker
Use your fingers or a pair of tweezers to remove the loudspeaker.
Step 19: Disconnect the display cable
Use the flat end of a spudger to disconnect the display cable by prying the connector straight up from its socket.
Step 20: Disconnect the antenna cable
Use the pointed end of a spudger to disconnect the antenna cable by prying the connector straight up from its socket on the charging port assembly.
Step 21: Unfasten the charging port assembly
Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the 2.8 mm‑long screw securing the charging port assembly.
Step 22: Pry up the charging port assembly
Insert the flat end of a spudger underneath the top edge of the charging port assembly.
Pry up the charging port assembly by twisting the spudger until you can grip it with your fingers.
Step 23: Remove the charging port assembly
Remove the charging port assembly.
Step 24: Remove the rubber gaskets
Use a pair of [product|IF145-020|tweezers] to remove the black rubber gaskets from the charging port and the headphone jack.
During reassembly, transfer the rubber gaskets to your replacement part before securing it to the frame.
Only the charging port assembly remains.
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DIY vs Professional Repair
✋ DIY Repair
- ✅ Lower cost (parts only: $24-$72)
- ✅ Learn new skills
- ❌ Risk of further damage
- ❌ No warranty
- ❌ Requires tools and time
🔧 Professional Repair
- ✅ Expert installation
- ✅ Warranty included
- ✅ Faster turnaround
- ❌ Higher cost ($40-$120)
- ❌ Need to find reputable shop
Environmental Impact
By choosing to repair your Nokia G50 instead of replacing it, you're preventing approximately 53 kg of CO₂ emissions. Manufacturing a new Nokia G50 generates 56 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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