Nexus 5X Motherboard Assembly Replacement

Use an iOpener to loosen the adhesive beneath the rear facing camera. Place the iOpener across the top part of the phone for about 30 seconds.

Apply the flat end of a spudger to the left side of the rear facing camera and carefully lever it up. Make sure all of the adhesive underneath is loosened.

Use the flat end of a spudger to pry up the display flex connector.

Grip the lower part of the motherboard with your fingers and carefully lift it upwards.

Gently pull the motherboard towards the bottom edge to free it from the plastic clip next to the rear-facing camera.

Carefully lift the motherboard out of the frame.