TicWatch Pro 2020 Vibration Motor Repair
Complete guide to TicWatch Pro 2020 vibration motor 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
Vibration Motor Repair is one of the most common repairs for TicWatch Pro 2020. This repair involves replacing the damaged haptic component with a new or refurbished part. The process typically takes 30 min - 1 hour and requires easy skill level.
🔧 Required Tools
What You'll Need
- Replacement haptic 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: Power down your watch
Before starting repairs, take your watch off the charger and power it down.
Remove the watch band.
Step 2: Unfasten the back cover
Use a Torx T3 screwdriver to remove the four 4.1 mm-long screws securing the back cover.
Step 3: Loosen the back cover adhesive
Apply a [link|https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/iOpener+Instructions/11677|new_window=true|heated iOpener] to the rear side of the watch for 5 minutes to loosen the adhesive underneath.
A hair dryer, [link|https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/How+to+Use+a+Heat+Gun+to+Soften+Adhesive/151116|new_window=true|heat gun], or hot plate may also be used, but be careful not to overheat the device.
Step 4: Pry up the back cover assembly
Insert the flat end of a spudger into the microphone opening at the top edge of the back cover.
Pry upwards to loosen the back cover assembly. This may require some force.
Don't try to remove the back cover assembly all the way yet. It's still connected to the daughterboard.
Swing the back cover assembly open by 45 degrees to gain access to the sensor assembly cable.
Step 5: Disconnect the sensor assembly cable
Use a spudger to disconnect the sensor assembly cable 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, causing permanent damage.
Step 6: Remove the back cover assembly
Remove the back cover assembly.
Step 7: Disconnect the microphone cable
Use a spudger to disconnect the microphone cable by prying the connector straight up from its socket.
Step 8: Unfasten the core assembly
Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the three 4.1 mm-long screws securing the core assembly.
Step 9: Pry up the core assembly
Insert the point of a spudger between the right edge of the core assembly and the watch frame.
Pry upwards to loosen the core assembly.
Don't try to remove the core assembly all the way yet. It's still connected to the screen.
Step 10: Swing open the core assembly
Carefully swing open the core assembly like the front cover of a book.
Avoid straining or tearing the display cables at the bottom of the core assembly.
Step 11: Disconnect the display cables
Use a spudger to disconnect the screen and the digitizer cables by prying the connectors straight up from their sockets.
Step 12: Remove the core assembly
Remove the core assembly.
Step 13: Disconnect the interconnect cable
Use a spudger to disconnect the interconnect cable by prying the connector straight up from its socket.
Step 14: Remove the daughterboard
Use a pair of [product|IF145-020|tweezers] to remove the daughterboard.
Step 15: Pry up the battery
The battery is held in place by mild adhesive.
Insert the flat end of a spudger between the bottom edge of the battery and the midframe.
Take care not to puncture or bend the battery with your tool—a punctured or bent battery may leak dangerous chemicals or cause a fire.
Pry upwards to loosen the battery.
If you're struggling to pry up the battery, place [link|https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/iOpener+Instructions/11677|new_window=true|a heated iOpener] onto the motherboard to loosen the adhesive underneath. Don't apply the iOpener directly onto the battery.
Don't try to remove the battery all the way yet. It's still connected to the motherboard.
Step 16: Reposition the battery
Carefully fold the battery over to gain access to the battery cable connector.
Avoid straining or tearing the battery cable.
Step 17: Disconnect the battery
Use a spudger to disconnect the battery cable by prying the connector straight up from its socket.
Step 18: Remove the battery
Remove the battery.
Do not reinstall a damaged or deformed battery, as doing so is a potential safety hazard.
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DIY vs Professional Repair
✋ DIY Repair
- ✅ Lower cost (parts only: $24-$66)
- ✅ Learn new skills
- ❌ Risk of further damage
- ❌ No warranty
- ❌ Requires tools and time
🔧 Professional Repair
- ✅ Expert installation
- ✅ Warranty included
- ✅ Faster turnaround
- ❌ Higher cost ($40-$110)
- ❌ Need to find reputable shop
Environmental Impact
By choosing to repair your TicWatch Pro 2020 instead of replacing it, you're preventing approximately 29 kg of CO₂ emissions. Manufacturing a new TicWatch Pro 2020 generates 31 kg of CO₂, while this repair only produces about 2 kg of CO₂. That's a 94% reduction in carbon emissions!
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