Nokia X20 Back Glass Replacement
Complete guide to Nokia X20 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 Nokia X20. 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:
The first step is to remove the back cover off of the phone. To do this, place both your thumbs on the two top corners of the device and simply pop it off.
Step 2:
To remove the battery, simply use your finger to pry the battery out of its slot.
Step 3:
Inserting a new battery is as simple as lining up the gold connectors and sliding the battery in text-side down.
Step 4:
Remove the four 5.33mm T5 Torx screws which are located in the corners of the phone.
Remove the seven 4.00mm T5 Torx screws that line the phone between the corners.
Step 5:
To remove the screen from the motherboard, you will need to apply some force until you feel it snap off. If the connectors unhook themselves, don't worry.
Step 6:
If the connectors are still attached, simply unhook them by lifting the top of the connector with your finger.
Step 7:
Using the flat end of the spudger tool, unhook the two connectors connecting the audio jack to the motherboard.
The top connecter is attached via an adhesive as well, it will require a little bit of force to remove it.
Step 8:
Gently insert the pointed end of the spudger tool into the audio jack and lightly press upwards until the jack snaps loose.
It will take a bit of force to disconnect the biggest circuit from the motherboard as it is attached via an adhesive.
📖 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 Nokia X20 instead of replacing it, you're preventing approximately 50 kg of CO₂ emissions. Manufacturing a new Nokia X20 generates 56 kg of CO₂, while this repair only produces about 6 kg of CO₂. That's a 89% reduction in carbon emissions!
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