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Microsoft Surface Pro 4 Screen Adhesive Replacement

Microsoft Surface Pro 4 Screen Adhesive Replacement

Sam Omiotek

Sam Omiotek

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Follow this guide to replace the screen adhesive on a Microsoft Surface Pro 4. This guide is meant to be used with our Surface Pro 4 repair guides, most of which require removal of the display.

Some photos in this guide are from a different model and may contain slight visual discrepancies, but they won't affect the guide procedure.

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  1. Microsoft Surface Pro 4 Screen Adhesive Replacement, Remove the old adhesive: crwdns2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Microsoft Surface Pro 4 Screen Adhesive Replacement, Remove the old adhesive: crwdns2935265:01crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Microsoft Surface Pro 4 Screen Adhesive Replacement, Remove the old adhesive: crwdns2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0
    • Scrape away all traces of adhesive and debris from the Surface's case and screen.

    • Use high concentration isopropyl alcohol (over 90%) or iFixit adhesive remover and a lint-free cloth to clean the adhesion surfaces on both the case and the screen.

    • If glue or glass remnants are left behind, the new screen will not mount correctly and may be damaged.

    • Lay the adhesive strips out to get an idea of where they go.

  2. Microsoft Surface Pro 4 Screen Adhesive Replacement, Apply the new adhesive: crwdns2935265:02crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0 Microsoft Surface Pro 4 Screen Adhesive Replacement, Apply the new adhesive: crwdns2935265:02crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0
    • Peel the white backing off of one adhesive strip, and carefully align it with the edge that matches the cutouts in the strip.

    • Lay the strip down lightly on its matching edge and make sure all the cutouts and edges of the strip line up with the Surface case.

    • Once aligned, use your fingers to press the adhesive strip down against the case.

    • Repeat this procedure for the remaining three adhesive strips.

  3. Microsoft Surface Pro 4 Screen Adhesive Replacement, Install the display: crwdns2935265:03crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0
    • Continue reassembly until the cables are reconnected and you're ready to install the screen.

    • If possible, test your screen's functionality before sticking it in place.

    • Remove the clear backing from the adhesive strips.

    • Align the screen with the case and set it on top of the adhesive. Once it's aligned, press down on the edges of the screen to set the adhesive.

    • Apply a few books worth of weight on top of the screen for an hour to help the adhesive bond.

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Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.

Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our Answers community for help.

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