Blackberry Flip 8220 LCD Screen Replacement

This is a how to guide to replace the Blackberry Flip 8220 LCD Screen.  This is will help you replace the BB flip LCD screen if your main LCD screen or outer screen is cracked or broken.  This will also repair most burnt out backlight with the Blackberry Flip issues as well.

If you need a replacement Blackberry Flip LCD, check out the ones available from eBay. They are the lowest priced ones I have found, but make sure you order one form an US seller if you need quickly.  The ones out of China will usually take 5-10 days. Take a look at the selection below and then check out the guide below.

ORIGINAL BLACKBERRY PEARL 8220 FLIP LCD DISPLAY SCREEN
ORIGINAL BLACKBERRY PEARL 8220 FLIP LCD DISPLAY SCREEN
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OEM BLACKBERRY PEARL 8220 FLIP LCD DISPLAY SCREEN FIX
OEM BLACKBERRY PEARL 8220 FLIP LCD DISPLAY SCREEN FIX
Paypal   US $45.99
NEW FOR BlackBerry Pearl 8220 flip LCD Display Screen
NEW FOR BlackBerry Pearl 8220 flip LCD Display Screen
Paypal   US $41.99

Tools Needed: #000 Philips screwdriver,  guitar pick or some type of thin pry tool, preferably plastic

  1. Power down The Blackberry Flip
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  3. Remove battery door and battery
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  5. Using a thin pry tool, preferably plastic, run it along the seem of the outside LCD cover. It is extremely well taped, so you may have to run it around a few times to work it loose.    
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  7. Once loose, lift screen up towards the camera
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  9. Set the outer LCD screen cover to the side
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  11. Remove 4 #000 Phillips screws holding down inner LCD cover
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  13. Lift inner LCD cover up towards the camera
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  15. Disconnect the LCD cable from the flex cable by prying up 
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  17. Gently run the pry tool around the edge of the LCD screen assembly
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  19. Lift Blackberry flip LCD away from the housing
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  21. Before installing LCD assembly in, make sure to clean the inner screen of the LCD cover
  22. Clean the large LCD screen
  23. Install the LCD screen by engaging the pressure lock on the side of the cable with assembly
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  25. put LCD screen into place while maintaining pressure against the side of the housing.
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  27. Plug in the LCD screen connector to the flex cable by lining up and pressing down.   install-bb-flip-connector blackberry-flip-lcd-connector
  28. gently press along the LCD assembly to make sure it is seated properly
  29. Install inner cover back on, tilt towards the camera to make sure it seats properly
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  31. Install 4 Philips back into cover
  32. Press down on the inner cover around the corners of the camera to make sure they are locked in  place. You will know that they are not when you try to put the outer LCD cover on and it sticks up in the corners               
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  34. Clean and install the outer LCD cover. Press down firmly all around the screen to seat properly.
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  36. Install battery and back cover
  37. Power up phone and make sure it works.
  38. If the screen comes up white after power on or is dead, check the LCD cable connection to the flex cable. Make sure it seated properly.
  39. Disclaimer: Disassembling your Blackberry may void the warranty. Proceed with the following instructions at you own risk. www.blackberry-repair.net is not liable for any damage that may occur. This website is in no way related to or associated with RIM or Blackberry, Inc.

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