How to remove the lid from the phone Xiaomi Redmi Go: the complete guide

Removing the rear is the first and most important step if you plan to replace the battery, clean the speaker or replace the charging connector on your device.The Xiaomi Redmi Go model is structurally different from the company's more expensive flagships, as it uses a plastic case with a fixed lid, which often causes difficulties for beginners. Mistakes at this stage can lead to cracks in the frame or damage to the plumes of internal components.

In this article, we will take a closer look at the dismantling process, with a focus on safety and the specific nuances of building this budget smartphone. You will need not only accuracy, but also the right toolkit to ensure that the latches do not damage the case. We will look at each step from the preparation of the workplace to the final panel compartment so that you can get the job done as cleanly as possible.

Tools and workplace preparation required

Before you start to physically affect the case, you need to organize space. The surface of the table should be clean, flat and well lit so that you can see the small details and not lose the screws. The ideal option is to use an antistatic mat, but at home, a regular table with a soft cloth will be suitable, which will prevent scratches on the screen and glass.

To work with the plastic case Redmi Go you need a minimal but specific set of tools. The use of knives or sharp metal objects is strongly discouraged, as they leave deep bullies and can damage the internal plumes when you carelessly move.

• 🔧 Heater: Hair dryer (construction or conventional for hair) or heat pad for softening glue.
• 🎴 Thin plastic card: mediator, old bank card or special spatula for opening the case.
• 🔩 Set of screwdrivers: mandatory presence of a cross screwdriver size PH00 or PH000 screw-in.
• 🧤 Tweezers: preferably with a dielectric coating, for working with small connectors.

⚠️ Warning: Never use superglue or aggressive chemistry to fix the body after assembly if you plan to disassemble the device again in the future.

Make sure the room is light enough, as the screws under the back cover are black and can easily get lost on a dark mat. It is also recommended to keep a magnetic substrate or a small container at hand, where you will fold the fasteners in order of their removal, which will greatly simplify the process of reverse assembly.

Safety technique and smartphone preparation for disassembly

The first step before any manipulation of the case is to completely turn off the device. Working with the phone on, even if it is in sleep mode, carries the risk of short circuit when the motherboard contacts are accidentally touched by the tool. Press and hold the power button, then select the "Switch off" item in the menu and wait for all processes to stop completely.

After turning off, remove the tray for SIM-In the Redmi Go, the tray is on the top end of the case. Using the device without removing the tray can cause it to break when you try to lid the area. Carefully press the paperclip into the hole and pull the plastic module, putting it in a safe place.

Particular attention should be paid to the battery charge. For safe disassembly, the charge level should not exceed 25%. If the battery is fully charged, the risk of fire or bloating during heating and mechanical action increases. If the battery is discharged to zero, the device may not turn on after assembly, so medium or low charge is considered optimal.

Remove all protective accessories: covers, rings, and protective glass. The glue from pop-socket rings or hydrogel films can interfere with the tightness of the tools to the body. If there are stickers or glue residues on the back, it is better to remove them in advance so that they do not pick up or interfere with the process.

Heating of the body: temperature and exposure time

The back cover of the Xiaomi Redmi Go is mounted perimeterly on double-sided tape and plastic latches. To separate the panel without damage, you need to soften the adhesive layer. This uses heating, but it is extremely important to observe the temperature regime, since plastic easily deforms when overheating.

Use a dryer by setting the temperature at average values (about 80-100 degrees Celsius). Do not bring the heat source too close to the surface - the optimal distance is 5-7 centimeters. Warm the perimeter of the device evenly for 2-3 minutes, constantly moving the hair dryer so as not to melt one point.

Checking glue readiness to (separate) should be carefully, trying to insert a plastic card into the gap between the frame and the lid. If the tool is difficult to enter and the glue is stretched, the heat should continue. If the card enters freely around the perimeter, then the heat glue is softened enough and you can move to the next step.

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Check the temperature of the body with your hand, it should be hot but bearable to touch, and if the hand burns, you've overheated the plastic and risk deforming it.

Dismantling the back panel: working with latches

Once the glue is warmed up, take a thin plastic card or a mediator. Start injecting the tool into the gap at the bottom of the smartphone, where the speakers are usually located and there are no dense clusters of electronics immediately below the lid. Move the map along the perimeter, making sliding movements to cut the glue residue and snap the plastic fixtures.

It is important not to dive too deep to damage the fingerprint scanner plume (if it is designed by your revision) or other components. In the Redmi Go, the main components are located in the center and top, so try to work first on the edges. A characteristic click will signal the successful snapping of the hold.

⚠️ Warning: Do not try to lid at one time on one side. Move gradually in a circle, relaxing the adhesive tension evenly on all sides, otherwise the plastic of the lid may crack at the place of greatest voltage.

When you walk around the perimeter and the map is free to enter, you can gently raise the back panel. Do this slowly, controlling that nothing gets caught inside. Sometimes there may be a small patch of glue in the upper end, in which case, warm the area a little bit again.

Disconnecting plumes and access to internal components

Once the lid is removed, you will be able to access the insides of your smartphone, but you should not rush to remove the protective screens. In some versions of the Xiaomi Redmi Go, the fingerprint scanner plume or speaker can be glued to the inside of the back cover. Carefully examine the space between the lid and the body.

If you see wires or plumes coming, don't pull the lid out of the way, peel them off carefully with a plastic blade or tweezers, and focus on the battery pack and a protective metal or plastic plate covering the connectors.

Access to basic modules, such as a charging connector or vibrator, often requires removing an additional protective lining. It is attached to several screws that need to be twisted with a cross screwdriver. Fold the screws separately, as they may differ in length and thread, and confusing them when assembled means damaging the thread in the plastic case.

Common mistakes when removing the cover and their consequences

One of the most common mistakes is ignoring the heat, and trying to remove the lid from the cold is almost guaranteed to break the plastic latches, which are difficult to repair, and as a result, the back panel will dangle, and dust and moisture will enter the device.

Using metal tools (knives, scalpels) instead of plastic is the second most common mistake. Metal easily cuts through the soft plastic frame, leaving ugly grooves that cannot be camouflaged. In addition, a metal tool can slip and damage the display matrix on the back side or break through the battery.

• ❌ Ignoring SIM-tray: attempt to lid in the area of the tray without its removal will lead to a crack in the case.
• ❌ Excessive force: If the lid is not coming, you have not warmed up the glue well or passed all the latches.
• ❌ Trail damage: A sharp pulling of the cover without inspection often ends with a plume break of the speaker or scanner.

⚠️ Warning: If you hear a crunch of plastic during a disassembly, stop immediately.This means the latch is broken or the tool has crashed into the body.

Also, users often forget about static electricity, when working in dry rooms and synthetic clothes, a charge can accumulate on their hands that can disable sensitive electronics, and it is advisable to touch an earthed metal object, such as a heating battery, before working.

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The main secret of successful dismantling of Redmi Go is patience with heating and refusal to use metal tools in favor of plastic.

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions about Redmi Go