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Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement

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  1. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement, iOpener Heating: 步骤 1 中的图像 1,2 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement, iOpener Heating: 步骤 1 中的图像 2,2
    • We recommend that you clean your microwave before proceeding, as any nasty gunk on the bottom may end up stuck to the iOpener.

    • Place the iOpener in the center of the microwave.

    • For carousel microwaves: Make sure the plate spins freely. If your iOpener gets stuck, it may overheat and burn.

  2. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 2 中的图像 1,1
    • Heat the iOpener for thirty seconds.

    • Throughout the repair procedure, as the iOpener cools, reheat it in the microwave for an additional thirty seconds at a time.

    • Be careful not to overheat the iOpener during the repair. Overheating may cause the iOpener to burst. Do not attempt to heat over 100˚C (212˚F).

    • Never touch the iOpener if it appears swollen.

    • If the iOpener is still too hot in the middle to touch, continue using it while waiting for it to cool down some more before reheating. A properly heated iOpener should stay warm for up to 10 minutes.

  3. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 3 中的图像 1,1
    • Remove the iOpener from the microwave, holding it by one of the two flat ends to avoid the hot center.

    • The iOpener will be very hot, so be careful when handling it. Use an oven mitt if necessary.

  4. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement, Alternate iOpener heating method: 步骤 4 中的图像 1,2 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement, Alternate iOpener heating method: 步骤 4 中的图像 2,2
    • If you don't have a microwave, follow this step to heat your iOpener in boiling water.

    • Fill a pot or pan with enough water to fully submerge an iOpener.

    • Heat the water to a boil. Turn off the heat.

    • Place an iOpener into the hot water for 2-3 minutes. Make sure the iOpener is fully submerged in the water.

    • Use tongs to extract the heated iOpener from the hot water.

    • Thoroughly dry the iOpener with a towel.

    • The iOpener will be very hot, so be careful to hold it only by the end tabs.

    • Your iOpener is ready for use! If you need to reheat the iOpener, heat the water to a boil, turn off the heat, and place the iOpener in the water for 2-3 minutes.

  5. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement, Power off the Apple Watch: 步骤 5 中的图像 1,2 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement, Power off the Apple Watch: 步骤 5 中的图像 2,2
  6. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement, Apply heat: 步骤 6 中的图像 1,1
    • Prepare an iOpener (or grab a hair dryer or heat gun) and heat the face of the watch until it's slightly too hot to touch.

    • Leave the iOpener on the watch for at least a minute to fully heat the screen and soften the adhesive holding it to the case.

    • You may need to reheat the iOpener, or move it around on the screen as sections cool, to heat the screen enough to pry it off.

  7. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement, Observe all warnings: 步骤 7 中的图像 1,2 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement, Observe all warnings: 步骤 7 中的图像 2,2
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    • Because the gap between the screen and watch body is so thin, a sharp blade is required to separate the two. Read the following warnings carefully before proceeding.

    • Protect your fingers by keeping them completely clear of the knife. If in doubt, protect your free hand with a heavy glove, such as a leather shop glove or gardening glove.

    • Be careful not to apply too much pressure, as this might cause the knife to slip and cut you, or damage the watch.

    • Wear eye protection. The knife or glass may break, sending pieces flying.

  8. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement, Pry up the screen: 步骤 8 中的图像 1,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement, Pry up the screen: 步骤 8 中的图像 2,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement, Pry up the screen: 步骤 8 中的图像 3,3
    • Using a curved blade minimizes the chance of scratching the case or cracking the glass. Only pry with the curved section of the blade, and not the tip or flat section.

    • Place the curved section of the blade in the gap between the glass and case on the lower edge of the watch face, and press firmly straight down into the gap.

    • Be very careful to maintain complete control over the knife—once the gap opens, if you're pressing too hard on the knife it may slip in and cut the battery.

    • This should wedge the gap open and cause the glass to lift slightly up from the case.

    • When the glass has lifted, gently rotate the knife down, opening the gap more by pushing the glass up.

  9. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 9 中的图像 1,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 9 中的图像 2,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 9 中的图像 3,3
    • Once you've opened the gap enough, insert the tip of an opening pick under the glass.

    • Slide the pick along the bottom edge to separate adhesive holding the screen to the case.

    • Be careful not to insert the opening pick too far. Only about 1/8" ( about 3 mm) is necessary, any deeper and you may damage cables.

  10. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 10 中的图像 1,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 10 中的图像 2,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 10 中的图像 3,3
    • Roll the opening pick up the side of the button side of the watch, gently pushing in to separate the adhesive and widening the gap as you go.

    • Remember not to push the pick in too far—it's easier to avoid this by rolling the pick, rather than dragging a tip along.

  11. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 11 中的图像 1,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 11 中的图像 2,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 11 中的图像 3,3
    • Work the pick around the top right corner, and roll it along the top edge of the screen.

  12. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 12 中的图像 1,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 12 中的图像 2,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 12 中的图像 3,3
    • Continue working the pick around the perimeter of the screen, rolling down along the left side to cut the last of the adhesive.

    • Leave the pick in place to keep the adhesive from resealing the screen in place.

  13. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 13 中的图像 1,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 13 中的图像 2,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 13 中的图像 3,3
    • While holding the first pick in place, use a second to check that all of the adhesive is separated around the entire perimeter of the screen.

  14. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 14 中的图像 1,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 14 中的图像 2,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 14 中的图像 3,3
    • There are two cables connecting the screen to the inside of the watch, near the top left corner. Be careful when prying or you may damage these cables.

    • Pry slightly up on the right side of the screen, to free it from any remaining adhesive.

    • Pry up on the left to free it as well—but do not attempt to remove the screen as it is still held in place by two cables.

  15. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 15 中的图像 1,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 15 中的图像 2,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 15 中的图像 3,3
    • If you can see the top layer of your Force Touch sensor among the display adhesive, it means the two layers of the sensor separated and you're going to need to replace or repair it.

    • iFixit screen and battery repair kits come with a replacement Force Touch sensor, so if you got one of those, don't fret.

    • The top layer of the sensor may be adhered to the back of the screen—if so, push it back down and separate it.

  16. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 16 中的图像 1,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 16 中的图像 2,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 16 中的图像 3,3
    • Lift the screen up and shift it to the left, minding the display data and digitizer cables.

  17. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 17 中的图像 1,1
    • Place the watch on an elevated surface, at least 1/2" or 1 cm tall—a small box or the edge of a book will work great. This will allow the screen to hang down vertically and give better access to the battery.

    • Be careful not to bump the screen or strain the cables while you work.

  18. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 18 中的图像 1,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 18 中的图像 2,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 18 中的图像 3,3
    • Use scissors to cut one of your opening picks to about the width of the battery. Try not to leave any sharp corners.

    • Insert the modified pick between the right side of the battery and the case.

    • Use constant, steady pressure to slowly pry the battery up, separating it from the adhesive securing it to the system board.

    • Be careful not to deform or puncture the battery.

    • On the larger (42 mm) models, it's possible to accidentally pry at the system board underneath the battery. Insert the pick only far enough to get underneath the battery, not the system board.

    • If needed, apply a little high concentration isopropyl alcohol (90% or greater) around and under the battery to help weaken the adhesive.

    • Do not attempt to remove the battery as it is still connected.

  19. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 19 中的图像 1,2 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 19 中的图像 2,2
    • Rotate the battery counterclockwise to expose its connector.

  20. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 20 中的图像 1,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 20 中的图像 2,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 20 中的图像 3,3
    • Hold the battery up and out of the way, to expose the battery cable connector.

    • Use a plastic opening tool, prying against the bottom of the case to separate the battery cable connector from the watch's battery cable.

    • Remove the battery from the watch.

    • If the battery is visibly dented or deformed, it should be replaced. For best results, replace with a new battery whenever it is removed.

  21. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement, Screen: 步骤 21 中的图像 1,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement, Screen: 步骤 21 中的图像 2,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement, Screen: 步骤 21 中的图像 3,3
    • Fold the screen up and over to the right, to expose the cables underneath.

  22. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 22 中的图像 1,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 22 中的图像 2,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 22 中的图像 3,3
    • The display and digitizer cable connectors are secured beneath a small metal bracket that is adhered to the speaker.

    • Use a plastic opening tool to flip the bracket toward the display and up from the speaker.

    • If you simply pry toward the watch band you may tear the cables.

  23. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 23 中的图像 1,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 23 中的图像 2,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 23 中的图像 3,3
    • Steady the bracket from the left side using your fingers or tweezers.

    • At the same time, insert a small (1 mm) flathead screwdriver under the tiny tab on the right.

    • Finally, place one finger behind the tab, and pinch the bracket hard between your finger and the screwdriver to detach the cover.

    • This releases two slotted tabs that hold the cover to the bracket, and should free the cover.

    • Prying the cover off can be challenging and may take more than one attempt. Be patient, and take care not to pull on the bracket or tear the attached cables.

  24. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 24 中的图像 1,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 24 中的图像 2,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 24 中的图像 3,3
    • Grab the cover with your tweezers and slide it toward the top of the watch to free the final slotted tab, and remove the cover.

  25. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 25 中的图像 1,2 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 25 中的图像 2,2
    • Carefully pry up to disconnect the display data and digitizer cables.

    • Be careful not to touch any of the exposed pins directly, as your finger oils may impede connectivity.

    • Remove the display.

  26. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement, Force Touch Sensor: 步骤 26 中的图像 1,2 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement, Force Touch Sensor: 步骤 26 中的图像 2,2
    • Remove the single tri-point screw securing the Force Touch sensor connector cable.

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    • This screw is very small and strips easily. Keep your driver at the correct angle and push to apply pressure to the screw as you turn.

  27. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 27 中的图像 1,2 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 27 中的图像 2,2
    • Use a plastic opening tool to flip the Force Touch sensor cable connector straight down, disconnecting it.

  28. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 28 中的图像 1,1
    • Microwave your iOpener for another 30 seconds, and apply it to the front of the watch case to soften the adhesive securing the Force Touch sensor.

  29. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 29 中的图像 1,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 29 中的图像 2,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 29 中的图像 3,3
    • Use a plastic opening pick and tweezers to remove the Force Touch sensor from the case.

  30. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 30 中的图像 1,2 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 30 中的图像 2,2
    • Use tweezers to peel up any adhesive left behind on the lower case. Also remove any adhesive that stuck to the Force Touch sensor.

    • You may want to use an alcohol-soaked q-tip to clean any residue off the case. Be sure to let it dry before proceeding.

  31. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 31 中的图像 1,1
    • Use tweezers to peel the outer ring off of one of the adhesive strip pads.

    • Be sure to get both the double-sided adhesive and the brown backing paper.

    • Be very careful not to fold, bend, or stretch the adhesive tape, as this will make it too thick to seal the screen without a ridge between the screen and the case.

  32. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 32 中的图像 1,2 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 32 中的图像 2,2
    • Lay the backed adhesive tape down on the case, around the edge where the screen rests.

    • Start in a corner with the tape as close to the corner wall as possible.

    • Press on the brown backing paper with a plastic opening tool to secure the adhesive around the entire perimeter.

  33. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 33 中的图像 1,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 33 中的图像 2,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 33 中的图像 3,3
    • The following steps detail repairing a Force Touch sensor with separated layers. If you're replacing your Force Touch sensor with a new part, ignore these steps.

    • The remaining adhesive sticker backing makes a great work surface.

    • Open the gap between the two layers, but do not peel apart any more of the original adhesive.

    • Apply super-glue to the lower half of the sensor and press the upper half down into the glue. Press hard to squeeze out any excess glue and make the sensor as thin as possible.

  34. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 34 中的图像 1,2 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 34 中的图像 2,2
    • Before the sensor gets glued to the paper, lift it up and let it complete its drying in the air.

    • You will likely have a few small extrusions of glue—once they've dried, you can break these off with tweezers.

  35. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 35 中的图像 1,1
    • Peel the backing off of the adhesive you applied earlier.

  36. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 36 中的图像 1,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 36 中的图像 2,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 36 中的图像 3,3
    • Set the Force Touch sensor on top of the adhesive, back in the case. Be sure to properly orient it, with the connector in the lower left corner, facing up.

    • Use a plastic opening tool to press it against the adhesive and make a tight seal.

  37. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 37 中的图像 1,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 37 中的图像 2,3 Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 37 中的图像 3,3
    • Use tweezers to fold the Force Touch sensor cable connector back up onto its socket.

    • Then use a plastic opening tool to press the cable connector into the socket.

  38. Apple Watch Force Touch Sensor Replacement: 步骤 38 中的图像 1,1
    • Replace the triwing screw securing the Force Touch sensor connector cable.

结论

To continue reassembling your device, follow our Apple Watch 粘合剂的更换 guide.

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43条评论

I can't stress enough how important it is to not flex the digitizer ribbon cable. A cracked ribbon cable will necessitate replacing the entire lcd.

Charles Fulnecky - 回复

This is a Fact. It happened to me when the whole rig hit the floor lol

Donald Fournier -

If there is a new induction frame - do not use double-sided adhesive tape.

Sergey Olenev - 回复

How can I tell if there is a new induction frame?

Daniel Ferguson -

By Induction Frame, what do you mean, exactly?

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