LG G Pad X 8.3 Speaker Replacement

Written By: Michael H

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Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

Time Required

10 - 15 minutes

Introduction

If there is no sound or if the quality of the speaker has diminished significantly, it may be time for a replacement. This guide will walk you through the process of replacing the speaker in your LG G Pad X 8.3.

Tools

Step 1

Remove the cover of the SD card. Find it on the right side of the back of the tablet.
Press the SD card in to make it pop out.

Step 2

Slide the stylus out from the bottom left corner of the back panel.

Step 3

Start at a corner and pry the screen up with a plastic opening tool.
You can also use a plastic spudger for this task, but do not use metal tools. They can be dangerous to you and the device.
Slide the tool in the seam at the edge of the screen.
Wedge additional plastic opening tools in the seam to help lift the screen.
Slide both wedged plastic opening tools towards the bottom to pop the screen loose.
If your screen is cracked, work slowly to avoid flinging glass shards when prying.

Step 4

With a Phillips #000 screwdriver, unscrew the six 4.0 mm screws that hold down the battery.
With the Phillips #000 screwdriver, unscrew the two 4.0 mm screws that hold down the battery ribbon connector.
Use a magnetic mat to keep track of these tiny screws for later reassembly.

Step 5

Lift the battery ribbon connector with your finger.

Step 6

Lift the battery with your fingers and remove it from the device.

Step 7

With a Phillips #000 screwdriver, unscrew the one 4.0 mm screw that is holding down the speaker.
Use the magnetic mat to keep track of the tiny screw(s).