How to Replace the iPhone 11 Pro Front Camera Without Disabling Face ID

In this guide, China Phonfix will walk through the process of replacing the iPhone 11 Pro front camera while ensuring the Face ID functionality remains intact. This is a delicate procedure that requires meticulous attention to detail, so let's dive in.

Disassembly

• Tools Used: Screwdrivers, Prying Tools

First, we power on the phone and open the camera app. The rear camera is functioning properly, but the front-facing camera is malfunctioning.

We then proceed to disassemble the iPhone 11 Pro. We remove the shielding covers, disconnect the battery, and detach the front camera flex cable.

Front Camera Replacement

• Tools Used: New iPhone 11 Front Camera Flex Cable

We obtain a new front camera flex cable and install it, reconnect the battery, and power on the device. Both the rear and front cameras now work as expected, indicating the issue was isolated to the front camera itself.

Preserving Face ID

• Tools Used: Tape, Hot Air Gun

Since the front camera is integrated with the infrared camera and dot projector for Face ID, we need to replace the front camera module carefully to avoid disrupting the Face ID functionality.

We remove the front camera module, taking care to apply tape to the infrared camera and dot projector to prevent damage. We then heat the front camera module with a AIXUN H310D Hot Air Gun at 100°C to remove the adhesive tape.

Detailed Replacement Steps

• Tools Used: Polishing & Grinding Pen, Tweezers, Hot Air Gun, Dust-free Wipe, Adhesive

1. Grind away the metal plate using a polishing and grinding pen, then pry it up with tweezers.
2. Heat the front camera with a hot air gun at 100°C for 30 seconds.
3. Cover the front camera with a dust-free wipe and press it gently.
4. Detach the damaged front camera, apply adhesive, and install the new front camera.
5. Secure the front camera with the holder.

Reassembly and Testing

• Tools Used: None

After an hour, we remove the front camera module and install the newly replaced component. We power on the device and verify that both the front and rear cameras are functioning correctly, and the Face ID feature is working as expected.

Conclusion

By following this detailed guide, we have successfully replaced the front camera on an iPhone 11 Pro while preserving the essential Face ID functionality. This level of repair requires a steady hand and a deep understanding of the phone's internal components and their interrelationships.

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