Use this guide to replace your front panel a*sembly.The front panel is not separable from the LCD.A new front panel a*sembly will give you a new front gla*s panel, digitizer, and LCD.
If you bought them separately, be careful when sticking the LCD to the digitizer as the entire surface of the LCD is covered with glue.Once it sticks to the LCD, you will not be able to remove it.
The iPod Touch 4th Generation front panel is attached to the rear case by adhesive.The use of a heat gun to soften the adhesive is highly recommended.
With the heat gun set on "low", begin heating the lower portion of the Touch near the home button.
It is suggested to heat the desired portion in a circular motion pattern to evenly dissipate the amount of heat throughout the device.
Image metadata Beware, as the Touch will be very hot.It may be helpful to hold it with a towel while prying.
Insert the edge of an iPod opening tool between the front gla*s panel and the black plastic bezel near the home button.
Do not try to pry between the black plastic bezel and the steel rear case.
Pry the bottom edge of the front panel upward, being careful not to bend the gla*s excessively.
If it is too difficult to pry up the front panel a*sembly, reheat it and try again.
If the adhesive is too difficult to separate, use a heat gun to soften it before proceeding.
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