iPhone 17 Pro Max Lower Microphone Installation

ID: 206255

Description:

Steps:

  1. If the adhesive gasket isn't deformed and your lower microphone didn't come with a replacement gasket, you can keep and reuse the gasket. Be aware that you'll lose water and dust resistance.
  2. Use tweezers to remove the microphone adhesive gasket from the frame.
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  3. If your replacement lower microphone comes with an adhesive gasket pre-installed, make sure to remove any liners to expose the adhesive.
  4. Use tweezers to align the microphone with the frame.
  5. Slide the microphone into its recess and press it in place. There should be almost no gap between the microphone and the frame.
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  6. Use a hair dryer or an iOpener to heat the lower microphone until it's warm to the touch. This helps strengthen the adhesive bond.
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  7. Install the two lower microphone screws:
  8. One 3.2 mm-long standoff screw
  9. One 3.1 mm-long JIS 00 screw attached to the bottom edge of the iPhone frame
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  10. Use your finger to press and connect the lower microphone press connector.
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