Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Replace iPhone Air back glass (back cover) safely: open with heat, disconnect coil, clean old adhesive, reseal with tape, then calibrate in Repair Assistant.
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Back Glass: amzn.to/46f9krF
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Back Glass: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4oLN0bD
Screwdriver Set: hfixt.com/alis
Opening Tool Kit: hfixt.com/alit
Magnetic Mat: hfixt.com/amat
Tweezers set: hfixt.com/altz
đź“Ś*Useful links*
Best Screwdriver Set: youtu.be/fdtNem4rDDM
Repair Tools & Safety Tips: youtu.be/Sp7PhrKV-vQ
More DIY repair guides: how-fixit.com
Genuine Apple parts: selfservicerepair.com
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*Description*
Cracked or shattered iPhone Air back glass? Back panel lifting with a gap near the frame? In this HowFixit step-by-step tutorial, you’ll learn the correct repair approach to replace the iPhone Air rear glass (back cover) safely, remove and clean old adhesive, and reseal the phone with new waterproof sealing tape.
We’ll start by removing the USB-C screws, heating the bottom edge to soften the waterproof adhesive, and using a suction cup plus a thin blade to separate the back glass around the perimeter. You’ll also learn how the top hinges release, how to disconnect the battery and charging coil connectors, and how to remove the rear glass without damaging the flex cable.
Important: the iPhone Air back glass assembly include the wireless charging coil, camera flash, and rear microphone. If these parts come preinstalled, they can be paired to the logic board—so you may need to calibrate using Repair Assistant (Settings → General → About → Parts & Service History). After calibration, we’ll test the flashlight, rear mic, and wireless charging to confirm everything works.
HowFixit – DIY electronics repair guides.
🎬 Timecodes:
00:00 Intro: cracked back glass, lifting back cover, frame gap
00:22 Tools you need + sealing tape note
00:44 Power off + remove USB-C screws
00:54 Heat the bottom edge (soften waterproof adhesive)
01:15 Separate adhesive around the perimeter
02:25 Release the top hinges
02:42 Open carefully: back glass cable still connected
02:50 Remove bracket screws + disconnect battery/coil connectors
03:21 Remove the back glass assembly
03:30 Replacement back glass note + what’s included (coil/flash/rear mic)
04:05 Connect cables + quick functional test
04:21 Repair Assistant calibration
04:35 Test: flashlight, rear microphone, wireless charging
04:51 Restore water resistance: lens protection + dust control
05:02 Remove old adhesive + apply new waterproof sealing tape
06:36 Blower cleanup + reconnect + reinstall brackets
06:47 Close back cover + reinstall USB-C screws
🌟FAQ:
âť“Question: Is iPhone Air back glass the same as the back cover?
✔️Answer: Yes—many users search “back cover,” but it refers to the rear glass panel/assembly.
âť“Question: Do I need Repair Assistant after replacing iPhone Air back glass?
✔️Answer: If the replacement includes the wireless charging coil/flash/rear mic as an assembly (paired parts), calibration may be required to avoid feature issues.
âť“Question: Can I reuse the original wireless charging coil, flash, and rear microphone?
✔️Answer: Yes, if your new back glass is bare, you can transfer these parts from the original assembly.
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Replace iPhone Air back glass (back cover) safely: open with heat, disconnect coil, clean old adhesive, reseal with tape, then calibrate in Repair Assistant.
Buy tools and parts on AMAZON:
Screwdriver Set: hfixt.com/spro
Pro Toolkit: hfixt.com/tool
Magnetic Mat: hfixt.com/mat
Tweezers: hfixt.com/tzrs
Adhesive tape: amzn.to/3Ljzjan
Back Glass: amzn.to/46f9krF
AliExpress:
Adhesive tape: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c2xyKEXl
Back Glass: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4oLN0bD
Screwdriver Set: hfixt.com/alis
Opening Tool Kit: hfixt.com/alit
Magnetic Mat: hfixt.com/amat
Tweezers set: hfixt.com/altz
đź“Ś*Useful links*
Best Screwdriver Set: youtu.be/fdtNem4rDDM
Repair Tools & Safety Tips: youtu.be/Sp7PhrKV-vQ
More DIY repair guides: how-fixit.com
Genuine Apple parts: selfservicerepair.com
📱Follow us for more tech tips and guides!
TikTok: tiktok.com/@howfixit
Instagram: instagram.com/howfixit
Facebook: facebook.com/HowFixit
X: https://x.com/HowFixit
*Description*
Cracked or shattered iPhone Air back glass? Back panel lifting with a gap near the frame? In this HowFixit step-by-step tutorial, you’ll learn the correct repair approach to replace the iPhone Air rear glass (back cover) safely, remove and clean old adhesive, and reseal the phone with new waterproof sealing tape.
We’ll start by removing the USB-C screws, heating the bottom edge to soften the waterproof adhesive, and using a suction cup plus a thin blade to separate the back glass around the perimeter. You’ll also learn how the top hinges release, how to disconnect the battery and charging coil connectors, and how to remove the rear glass without damaging the flex cable.
Important: the iPhone Air back glass assembly include the wireless charging coil, camera flash, and rear microphone. If these parts come preinstalled, they can be paired to the logic board—so you may need to calibrate using Repair Assistant (Settings → General → About → Parts & Service History). After calibration, we’ll test the flashlight, rear mic, and wireless charging to confirm everything works.
HowFixit – DIY electronics repair guides.
🎬 Timecodes:
00:00 Intro: cracked back glass, lifting back cover, frame gap
00:22 Tools you need + sealing tape note
00:44 Power off + remove USB-C screws
00:54 Heat the bottom edge (soften waterproof adhesive)
01:15 Separate adhesive around the perimeter
02:25 Release the top hinges
02:42 Open carefully: back glass cable still connected
02:50 Remove bracket screws + disconnect battery/coil connectors
03:21 Remove the back glass assembly
03:30 Replacement back glass note + what’s included (coil/flash/rear mic)
04:05 Connect cables + quick functional test
04:21 Repair Assistant calibration
04:35 Test: flashlight, rear microphone, wireless charging
04:51 Restore water resistance: lens protection + dust control
05:02 Remove old adhesive + apply new waterproof sealing tape
06:36 Blower cleanup + reconnect + reinstall brackets
06:47 Close back cover + reinstall USB-C screws
🌟FAQ:
âť“Question: Is iPhone Air back glass the same as the back cover?
✔️Answer: Yes—many users search “back cover,” but it refers to the rear glass panel/assembly.
âť“Question: Do I need Repair Assistant after replacing iPhone Air back glass?
✔️Answer: If the replacement includes the wireless charging coil/flash/rear mic as an assembly (paired parts), calibration may be required to avoid feature issues.
âť“Question: Can I reuse the original wireless charging coil, flash, and rear microphone?
✔️Answer: Yes, if your new back glass is bare, you can transfer these parts from the original assembly.
AFFILIATE PROGRAM
As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
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