Inleiding

If the back cover of your Amazon Kindle 8 is damaged, use this guide to replace it.

The back cover protects the Kindle's internal components from damages. A damaged back cover can interfere with the kindle's durability and functionality.

Before beginning, make sure that the back cover isn't simply loose and can't be resecured without replacement.

Be cautions when prying off the back cover to avoid damaging clips or internal components.

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Stap 1 Front Cover

Amazon Kindle 8 Back Cover Replacement, Front Cover: stap 1, afbeelding 1 van 2

Amazon Kindle 8 Back Cover Replacement, Front Cover: stap 1, afbeelding 2 van 2

Insert the iFixit opening tool into any corner of the Kindle’s front cover.
Gently slide the tool along the edges and carefully separate the front cover from the inner front cover.
Keep even pressure to avoid any cracks.
Lift front cover once all clips are disengaged.
Lift the screen gently so that it is not cracked.

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Stap 2

Insert the spudger between the inner cover and the screen.
Gently work your way around to loosen the front cover.
Carefully lift the front cover from the device.

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Stap 3 Motherboard

Amazon Kindle 8 Back Cover Replacement, Motherboard: stap 3, afbeelding 1 van 2

Amazon Kindle 8 Back Cover Replacement, Motherboard: stap 3, afbeelding 2 van 2

Use a T4 Torx screwdriver to remove the seven 3 mm screws around the perimeter of the device.

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Stap 4

Lift the screen and motherboard from the back cover.

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Stap 5 Back Cover

Amazon Kindle 8 Back Cover Replacement, Back Cover: stap 5, afbeelding 1 van 1

Separate the motherboard and the back cover.

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Conclusie

To reassemble your device, follow the above steps in reverse order.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting or ask our Answers community for help.