Xiaomi 14 Camera Repair
Complete guide to Xiaomi 14 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 Xiaomi 14. 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: Rear Glass
Before you begin, switch off your phone.
Apply a [https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/iOpener+Heating/25705|heated iOpener] to the rear glass to loosen the adhesive beneath the edges. Apply the iOpener for at least two minutes.
Step 2:
Secure a suction handle to the lower edge of the rear glass, as close to the edge as possible.
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Lift the rear glass with the suction handle to create a gap between the glass and the frame.
Insert an opening pick into the gap.
If you have trouble, apply more heat to further soften the adhesive. Follow the iOpener instructions to avoid overheating.
Slide the opening pick to the bottom right corner of the phone.
Step 3:
Insert a second opening pick and slide it to the bottom left corner to cut the adhesive.
Leave the opening picks in place to prevent the adhesive from resealing.
Step 4:
Insert a third opening pick at the bottom left corner.
Start to slide the opening pick from the bottom left corner along the side of the Xiaomi Mi 9 to cut the adhesive.
Be aware of the rear cameras and only insert the tip of the opening pick. As the adhesive cools down it gets harder to cut. If necessary [https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/iOpener+Heating/25705|new_window=true|use your iOpener] to reheat it.
Leave the opening pick in the top left corner to prevent the adhesive from resealing.
Step 5:
Insert a fourth opening pick under the top left corner of the rear glass.
Slide the opening pick along the top to cut the adhesive.
Leave the opening pick in the top right corner to prevent the adhesive from resealing.
Step 6:
Insert a fifth opening pick at the top right corner of the phone.
Slide the opening pick along the right edge to cut the remaining adhesive.
Step 7:
Carefully lift the rear glass and remove it.
Before installing new adhesive and reassembly, remove any remaining adhesive from the phone, and clean the glued areas with isopropyl alcohol and a lint-free cloth.
Step 8: Motherboard Cover with Charging Coil
Remove the ten Phillips #00 screws (3 mm length) that secure the motherboard cover.
There might be tamper proof sticker on some of the screws.
Step 9:
Insert an opening pick at the top right corner of the motherboard cover.
Twist the opening pick sideways to pry up and slightly lift the motherboard cover.
Step 10:
Carefully remove the motherboard cover including the charging coil / NFC antenna.
Step 11: Battery Disconnect
Use a spudger to pry up and disconnect the battery flex cable.
Step 12: Front Facing Camera
Use a pair of [product|IF145-020|tweezers] to pell the copper tape off the motherboard and fold it out of the way.
Step 13:
Use the flat end of a spudger to pry up and disconnect the flex cable of the front camera.
Step 14:
Use a pair of tweezers to lift the front camera out of its recess and remove it.
📖 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 Xiaomi 14 instead of replacing it, you're preventing approximately 56 kg of CO₂ emissions. Manufacturing a new Xiaomi 14 generates 60 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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