Hi everyone, welcome to HowFixit. In this video guide,
I'll show you how to replace the Taptic Engine (vibration motor) in Apple Watch SE
To disassemble Apple Watch SE, you'll need the following tools:
Screwdriver set with tri-wing 0.8mm screwdriver Tweezers
Plastic tools Adhesive Sticker
Glue - I will use B7000 glue due to its high elasticity,
anti-vibration, and water resistance properties. Screen Disassembly Tool - This tool has a very
thin curved metal blade for opening electronic devices with a screen that is difficult to pry
with a common plastic tool. I think this is a must-have tool for disassembling an Apple
Watch all series because the gap between the screen and the watch body is so thin.
I recommend using a magnetic mat during the repair process,
which is especially useful in the case of the Apple Watch SE. Throughout this disassembly,
keep track of each screw and part so you can put them back in the right places - this will
help successfully reassemble your Apple Watch SE. And don't worry about losing any
screws and small parts, all of them will definitely remain on the magnetic mat.
I left links where to buy all the necessary tools in the description.
Before you start, turn off the Apple Watch SE. Insert the edge of the curved blade into the
thin gap between the display and the watch case. From this position,
gradually begin to separate the display. For a more successful opening of the watch
case, warm up the surface of the display with a regular hair dryer.
To avoid damaging internal components, try not to push the blade deep inside the watch.
Carefully fold the screen to the back.
Don't worry if you tear off that part of the black foil,
this doesn't apply to the mainboard ribbon cable.
Now, using tweezers, carefully peel off the black tape covering the three display ribbon cables.
Use a plastic tool to open the locking tabs on the display.
The two sides of the black tape peeled off,
now carefully pull the display ribbon cables out of their connectors.
The Apple Watch battery is glued to the watch body, you can use isopropyl alcohol
to safely remove the battery. Add some isopropyl alcohol
under the battery and wait a bit. Use a plastic tool to pry out the battery.
Remove one screw and disconnect the battery cable.
Disconnect the cable and remove the vibration module.
In the description, I left a link where to buy the Taptic Engine for Apple Watch SE.
Let's start reassembling the Apple Watch SE.
Use double-sided adhesive tape to re-glued the battery to the watch body.
Before gluing the display to the main housing, test the watch and check all functions.
It looks like the watch is working fine, now you can proceed to the final part of the assembly.
Let's move on to gluing the display with the housing, this will restore protection from
water and dust. You can use a special adhesive sticker for your Apple Watch SE or silicone glue.
In my opinion, for protection against water and dust, glue is more effective.
To fix the display and the main housing, you can use clips or rubber bands.
The B7000 glue dries completely after 24 hours, but the minimum surface drying time
is 6 minutes. So, I recommend waiting at least 45 minutes, after which you can remove excess glue.
This repair is complete, you were on HowFixit, and see you next time!