Introduction

Use this guide to correctly apply replacement adhesive under your iPhone’s display after a repair. Replacing the adhesive can help maintain your iPhone’s water resistance. The pre-cut adhesive strips are very delicate and are easily damaged if not applied correctly, so you may want to have a spare on hand if following this guide for the first time.

Be sure you purchase adhesive that matches the color of your display to maintain the original look of the phone.

This procedure applies to iPhone models 6s and newer (earlier models don’t use adhesive).

Before you begin, you should have already removed your iPhone’s display assembly and set it aside. If not, return to your specific iPhones repair guide and follow it until you’re ready to reinstall the display assembly.