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iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement

iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement

Arthur Shi

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Última actualización: February 6, 2025

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This guide shows how to remove and replace the USB-C charge port in your iPhone 16 Pro Max.

If your port feels loose, or you experience connectivity or charging issues when you plug in your iPhone, you may need to replace your charge port.

Before you perform this repair, try cleaning the port first. You may not have a broken port—just a dirty one.

You'll need replacement microphone and back glass adhesives to complete this repair.

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  1. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Before you begin: paso 1, imagen 1 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Before you begin: paso 1, imagen 2 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Before you begin: paso 1, imagen 3 de 3
    • Allow your iPhone's battery to drain below 25%, as a charged lithium-ion battery is a potential safety hazard.

    • Unplug any cables from your iPhone.

    • Hold the power and either volume buttons, and slide to power off your iPhone.

  2. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Tape over any cracks: paso 2, imagen 1 de 2 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Tape over any cracks: paso 2, imagen 2 de 2
    • If your screen or back glass is badly cracked, lay overlapping strips of packing tape over the glass to protect yourself and make disassembly easier.

    • Make sure there's a smooth area near the bottom edge that's big enough for a suction cup to stick to.

  3. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Remove the pentalobe screws: paso 3, imagen 1 de 2 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Remove the pentalobe screws: paso 3, imagen 2 de 2
    • Use a P2 pentalobe driver to remove the two 7.4 mm-long screws on either side of the charge port.

  4. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Mark your opening picks: paso 4, imagen 1 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Mark your opening picks: paso 4, imagen 2 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Mark your opening picks: paso 4, imagen 3 de 3
    • If inserted too far, an opening pick can damage your device. Follow this step to mark your pick and prevent damage.

    • Measure 3 mm from the tip and mark the opening pick with a permanent marker.

    • You can also mark the other corners of the pick with different measurements.

    • Alternatively, tape a coin to a pick 3 mm from the tip.

  5. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Create a gap using a suction handle: paso 5, imagen 1 de 1
    Herramienta utilizada en este paso:
    iOpener
    $12.99
    • The next two steps show how to create an initial gap using a suction handle.

    • Use a hair dryer or heat gun to heat the bottom edge of the back glass until it's hot to the touch.

    • You can also use an iOpener to heat the back glass. Follow these instructions to heat and apply the iOpener properly.

  6. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 6, imagen 1 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 6, imagen 2 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 6, imagen 3 de 3
    • Apply a suction handle to the bottom edge of the back glass.

    • Pull up on the handle with strong, steady force to create a gap between the back glass and the frame.

    • If a gap doesn't appear, apply more heat to the edge and try again.

    • Insert the tip of an opening pick into the gap.

  7. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Back glass information: paso 7, imagen 1 de 1
    • As you slice the adhesive securing the back glass in the following steps, don't insert your pick deeper than 3 mm to avoid damaging the following areas:

    • A delicate cable connecting the back glass to the iPhone, right next to the volume up button. Don't insert your pick here to avoid slicing the cable.

    • Multiple spring contacts around the perimeter of the iPhone.

  8. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Separate the bottom edge adhesive: paso 8, imagen 1 de 2 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Separate the bottom edge adhesive: paso 8, imagen 2 de 2
    • Slide the opening pick along the bottom edge to slice the adhesive.

    • If the adhesive feels difficult to slice, reheat the edge for a minute and try again.

    • Leave the opening pick in the bottom-left corner to prevent the adhesive from resealing.

  9. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Heat the left edge: paso 9, imagen 1 de 1
    • Use a hair dryer or heat gun to heat the left edge of the back glass until it's hot to the touch.

  10. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Separate the left adhesive: paso 10, imagen 1 de 2 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Separate the left adhesive: paso 10, imagen 2 de 2
    • Insert a second opening pick into the bottom-left corner, close to the existing pick.

    • Don't insert your pick deeper than 3 mm to avoid damaging the spring contacts.

    • Slide your pick along the left edge to separate the adhesive and release the metal clips.

    • You'll hear and feel the metal clips release as you pass them.

    • Leave this pick inserted in the top-left corner to prevent the adhesive from resealing.

  11. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Heat the top edge and corner: paso 11, imagen 1 de 1
    • Use a hair dryer or heat gun to heat the top edge and top-right corner of the back glass until it's hot to the touch.

  12. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Separate the top adhesive: paso 12, imagen 1 de 2 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Separate the top adhesive: paso 12, imagen 2 de 2
    • Don't insert your pick deeper than 3 mm to avoid damaging the spring contacts.

    • Insert a third opening pick into the top-left corner.

    • Slide the opening pick along the top edge and around the top-right corner, stopping above the volume up button.

    • Leave this pick inserted to prevent the adhesive from resealing.

  13. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Heat the right edge: paso 13, imagen 1 de 1
    • Use a hair dryer or heat gun to heat the right edge of the back glass until it's hot to the touch.

  14. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Separate the right adhesive: paso 14, imagen 1 de 2 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Separate the right adhesive: paso 14, imagen 2 de 2
    • Don't insert your pick deeper than 3 mm to avoid damaging the spring contacts.

    • Insert a fourth opening pick into the bottom-right corner.

    • Slide the opening pick around the corner and up the right edge, stopping below the volume down button.

    • Leave this pick inserted to prevent the adhesive from resealing.

  15. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Reposition the back glass: paso 15, imagen 1 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Reposition the back glass: paso 15, imagen 2 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Reposition the back glass: paso 15, imagen 3 de 3
    • At this point, the back glass should be free from the frame. If the back glass feels stuck, go back around the perimeter with your pick to check for missed sections of adhesive or stuck clips.

    • Swing open the back glass to the right of the iPhone to separate the remaining adhesive.

    • Support the back glass with a clean, sturdy object.

  16. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Remove the battery connector cover: paso 16, imagen 1 de 1
    • Use a tri-point Y000 driver to remove the three screws securing the battery connector cover:

    • Two 1.3 mm‑long screws

    • One 1.0 mm‑long screw

  17. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 17, imagen 1 de 2 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 17, imagen 2 de 2
    • Lift and remove the battery connector cover.

  18. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Disconnect the battery: paso 18, imagen 1 de 2 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Disconnect the battery: paso 18, imagen 2 de 2
    • Use the point of a spudger to pry up and disconnect the battery press connector.

  19. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Remove the back glass connector cover: paso 19, imagen 1 de 1
    • Use a tri-point Y000 driver to remove the four screws securing the back glass connector cover:

    • Two 1.3 mm‑long screws

    • Two 1.0 mm‑long screws

  20. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 20, imagen 1 de 2 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 20, imagen 2 de 2
    • Lift the back glass connector cover straight up and remove it.

  21. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Remove the back glass: paso 21, imagen 1 de 2 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Remove the back glass: paso 21, imagen 2 de 2
    • Use the point of a spudger to pry up and disconnect the back glass connector.

  22. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 22, imagen 1 de 1
    • Remove the back glass.

  23. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Remove the Taptic Engine cover: paso 23, imagen 1 de 2 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Remove the Taptic Engine cover: paso 23, imagen 2 de 2
    • Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the three screws securing the Taptic Engine cover:

    • One 2.9 mm‑long screw

    • One 1.3 mm‑long screw

    • One 2.4 mm‑long screw

  24. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 24, imagen 1 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 24, imagen 2 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 24, imagen 3 de 3
    • Use tweezers or your fingers to lift the top edge of the Taptic Engine cover.

    • Once the bottom edge unlatches from the frame, remove the Taptic Engine cover.

  25. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Loosen the lower assembly cable: paso 25, imagen 1 de 2 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Loosen the lower assembly cable: paso 25, imagen 2 de 2
    • Use the point of a spudger to pry up and disconnect the lower assembly cable from the logic board.

  26. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 26, imagen 1 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 26, imagen 2 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 26, imagen 3 de 3
    • Use the point of a spudger to pry up and disconnect the two connectors near the bottom right edge of the frame.

  27. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 27, imagen 1 de 2 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 27, imagen 2 de 2
    • Remove the two screws securing the lower assembly cable:

    • One 1.0 mm‑long tri-point Y000 screw

    • One 1.3 mm‑long Phillips screw

  28. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 28, imagen 1 de 1
    • Use a hair dryer to heat up the lower assembly cable section on top of the Taptic Engine until it's hot to the touch.

  29. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 29, imagen 1 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 29, imagen 2 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 29, imagen 3 de 3
    • Slide an opening pick under the lower assembly cable to separate it from the Taptic Engine.

    • Carefully bend the cable out of the way so you can access the Taptic Engine.

  30. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Remove the Taptic Engine: paso 30, imagen 1 de 1
    • Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the 2.1 mm‑long screw securing the Taptic Engine.

  31. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 31, imagen 1 de 2 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 31, imagen 2 de 2
    • Use the point of a spudger to pivot the corner bracket up.

  32. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 32, imagen 1 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 32, imagen 2 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 32, imagen 3 de 3
    • Slide the tip of an opening pick along the top edge of the Taptic Engine to separate the plastic buffer strip adhered to it.

  33. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 33, imagen 1 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 33, imagen 2 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 33, imagen 3 de 3
    • Use the point of a spudger to pry up the Taptic Engine.

    • Be careful not to pry against the battery.

    • Remove the Taptic Engine.

  34. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Remove the loudspeaker: paso 34, imagen 1 de 2 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Remove the loudspeaker: paso 34, imagen 2 de 2
    • Remove the four screws securing the loudspeaker:

    • One 1.7 mm‑long Phillips screw

    • One 1.5 mm‑long Phillips screw

    • One 4.1 mm‑long standoff screw

    • One 1.3 mm‑long tri-point Y000 screw

  35. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 35, imagen 1 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 35, imagen 2 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 35, imagen 3 de 3
    • Insert the point of a spudger underneath the loudspeaker's bottom-right screw hole.

    • Pry up and remove the loudspeaker.

  36. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Remove the bottom microphone: paso 36, imagen 1 de 1
    • Remove the three screws securing the bottom microphone:

    • One 3.4 mm‑long standoff screw

    • One 3 mm‑long standoff screw

    • One 1.4 mm‑long tri-point Y000 screw

  37. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 37, imagen 1 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 37, imagen 2 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 37, imagen 3 de 3
    • Use the flat end of a spudger to pry up the bottom microphone.

    • Don't pry against the battery, or you may damage it.

    • You'll feel some resistance as the microphone releases from its adhesive gasket.

    • Remove the bottom microphone.

  38. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Remove the adhesive gasket: paso 38, imagen 1 de 1
    • Use tweezers or your fingers to remove the old adhesive gasket from the bottom of the frame.

  39. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Remove the charge port: paso 39, imagen 1 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Remove the charge port: paso 39, imagen 2 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Remove the charge port: paso 39, imagen 3 de 3
    • Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the two 3.3 mm‑long screws securing the charge port to the frame.

    • These screws are tight and can be difficult to reach. Angle your screwdriver at as shallow of an angle as you can, but be careful not to press against the battery.

  40. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 40, imagen 1 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 40, imagen 2 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 40, imagen 3 de 3
    • The charge port has an adhesive gasket that seals it against the bottom of the frame. It's also tucked behind two prongs, which prevents you from pulling the port away from the frame.

    • Insert the point of a spudger under one side of the charge port.

    • Pry up gently to separate the gasket and lift the port up.

    • Repeat on the other side to fully loosen the port.

  41. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 41, imagen 1 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 41, imagen 2 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 41, imagen 3 de 3
    • Remove the charge port.

    • The two screw posts underneath the charge port have grounding clips on them. If the clips fell off, be sure to place them back onto their posts. The clips should face towards the bottom of the iPhone.

  42. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Disassembly complete: paso 42, imagen 1 de 1
    • Congratulations on completing disassembly! The remaining steps will show how to reassemble your iPhone.

    • Depending on your iPhone model, some reassembly photos may have minor visual discrepancies. The procedure, however, will be correct for your iPhone.

  43. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Check the black prongs for alignment: paso 43, imagen 1 de 1
    • Make sure the two black prongs are standing straight up. If they were bent when you removed the charge port, use the point of a spudger to carefully straighten them.

  44. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Install the charge port: paso 44, imagen 1 de 2 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Install the charge port: paso 44, imagen 2 de 2
    • Angle the bottom edge of the charge port into its recess and press the charge port in place.

  45. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 45, imagen 1 de 1
    • Use a pentalobe P2 driver to temporarily install the two external pentalobe screws.

    • This pulls the loose charge port into alignment.

  46. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 46, imagen 1 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 46, imagen 2 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 46, imagen 3 de 3
    • Use a Phillips screwdriver to install the two 3.3 mm‑long screws securing the charge port to the frame.

    • Be careful not to press the screwdriver against the battery.

  47. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 47, imagen 1 de 1
    • Use a pentalobe P2 driver to remove the two temporary pentalobe screws.

    • If you forget to remove these screws, the back glass won't install properly.

  48. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Install the bottom microphone: paso 48, imagen 1 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Install the bottom microphone: paso 48, imagen 2 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Install the bottom microphone: paso 48, imagen 3 de 3
    • Peel the white liner from the microphone adhesive gasket

    • Align the gasket to the frame's microphone cutout and use a spudger to press it in place.

    • Remove the remaining liner from the adhesive.

  49. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 49, imagen 1 de 2 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 49, imagen 2 de 2
    • Insert the microphone at a downward angle into its recess before pressing it flat to the frame.

  50. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 50, imagen 1 de 1
    • Install the three screws securing the bottom microphone:

    • One 3.4 mm‑long standoff screw

    • One 3 mm‑long standoff screw

    • One 1.4 mm‑long tri-point Y000 screw

  51. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Install the loudspeaker: paso 51, imagen 1 de 2 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Install the loudspeaker: paso 51, imagen 2 de 2
    • Angle the bottom edge of the loudspeaker towards the frame.

    • Press the loudspeaker into its recess.

  52. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 52, imagen 1 de 2 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 52, imagen 2 de 2
    • Install the four screws securing the loudspeaker:

    • One 1.7 mm‑long Phillips screw

    • One 1.5 mm‑long Phillips screw

    • One 4.1 mm‑long standoff screw

    • One 1.3 mm‑long tri-point Y000 screw

  53. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Install the Taptic Engine: paso 53, imagen 1 de 1
    • Lay the Taptic Engine in its recess.

  54. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 54, imagen 1 de 1
    • Use your finger to pivot the corner bracket down into place.

  55. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 55, imagen 1 de 1
    • Use a Phillips screwdriver to install the 2.1 mm‑long screw securing the Taptic Engine.

  56. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 56, imagen 1 de 1
    • Use your finger to gently press the lower assembly cable onto the top of the Taptic Engine.

  57. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 57, imagen 1 de 2 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 57, imagen 2 de 2
    • Install the two screws securing the lower assembly cable:

    • One 1.0 mm‑long tri-point Y000 screw

    • One 1.3 mm‑long Phillips screw

  58. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 58, imagen 1 de 2 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 58, imagen 2 de 2
    • Use your finger or a spudger to press and connect the two lower assembly cable connectors.

  59. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 59, imagen 1 de 2 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 59, imagen 2 de 2
    • Lay the Taptic Engine cover in place and align it by its screw holes.

    • Make sure the bottom edge of the cover latches properly to the frame.

  60. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 60, imagen 1 de 2 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 60, imagen 2 de 2
    • Use a Phillips screwdriver to install the three screws securing the Taptic Engine cover:

    • One 2.9 mm‑long screw

    • One 1.3 mm‑long screw

    • One 2.4 mm‑long screw

  61. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 61, imagen 1 de 1
    • Use your finger or a spudger to press the assembly cable connector onto the logic board.

  62. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Remove the leftover adhesive: paso 62, imagen 1 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Remove the leftover adhesive: paso 62, imagen 2 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Remove the leftover adhesive: paso 62, imagen 3 de 3
    Herramienta utilizada en este paso:
    Tweezers
    $4.99
    • Work around the fragile grounding clips as you're cleaning the frame. If you bend one out of place, gently bend it back with your fingers or tweezers.

    • Use blunt nose tweezers or your fingers to remove large pieces of adhesive from the frame perimeter.

    • Use a spudger to scrape the adhesive residue off of the frame.

    • If the adhesive feels stubborn, apply some heat using a hair dryer or heat gun and try again.

  63. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Clean the back glass: paso 63, imagen 1 de 2 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Clean the back glass: paso 63, imagen 2 de 2
    Herramienta utilizada en este paso:
    Microfiber Cleaning Cloths
    $3.99
    • If you're reusing your back glass, apply a few drops of highly-concentrated isopropyl alcohol (over 90%) to a microfiber or lint-free cloth and wipe around the perimeter to prepare the surface for new adhesive.

  64. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Clean the frame: paso 64, imagen 1 de 1
    • Wrap a lint-free cloth or a coffee filter over the point of a spudger and apply a few drops of highly-concentrated isopropyl alcohol (over 90%) to it.

    • Wipe in one direction along the perimeter of the frame to clean the adhesive residue.

    • Take your time doing this. A clean frame allows replacement adhesive to lay evenly, ensuring a better bond.

  65. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Apply the replacement adhesive: paso 65, imagen 1 de 1
    • Lay the adhesive sheet over the frame to determine its proper orientation.

    • Use features such as the camera cutout and notches along the top and bottom edges to visualize how the adhesive will lay in the frame.

  66. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 66, imagen 1 de 2 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 66, imagen 2 de 2
    • Grab the tab in the corner of the adhesive sheet and peel the liner to expose a third of the adhesive.

    • The exposed adhesive is very sticky. Don't let it touch anything until you're ready to apply it to the frame.

    • If your adhesive has multiple liners, peel the liner that exposes the side that sticks to the frame.

  67. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 67, imagen 1 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 67, imagen 2 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 67, imagen 3 de 3
    • Carefully align the exposed edge of the adhesive strip with the corresponding edge of the iPhone's frame.

    • Once the adhesive is pressed into place, you can't reposition it—you'll have to remove it and start over with new adhesive.

    • When it's correctly aligned, gently press the exposed adhesive strip onto the frame.

  68. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 68, imagen 1 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 68, imagen 2 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 68, imagen 3 de 3
    • Continue peeling away the liner from the adhesive, gently pressing the adhesive into place.

    • If you've correctly aligned the adhesive, the edges will fall perfectly into place.

    • If your adhesive is slightly misaligned, gently pull the long edges into alignment with the frame.

    • If the adhesive begins to crease or wrinkle, remove it and start over with fresh adhesive.

    • If you don't have another set of adhesive strips handy, it's okay to temporarily put your iPhone back together and use it normally without any adhesive. Just keep in mind that your iPhone's water resistance will be compromised until you replace the adhesive.

  69. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 69, imagen 1 de 2 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 69, imagen 2 de 2
    • Use a spudger to press the adhesive around the entire perimeter of your iPhone.

    • Work around the fragile grounding clips. If you bend one out of place, gently bend it back with your fingers or tweezers.

    • Don't press too hard, or you'll stretch and deform the adhesive.

  70. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 70, imagen 1 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 70, imagen 2 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 70, imagen 3 de 3
    • Use a spudger or your fingers to lift the pull tab connected to the large front liner. The pull tab is often in a corner of the liner.

    • Use the pull tab to peel off the large front liner from the adhesive.

    • At this point, you may still have liner covering the perimeter, which prevents the adhesive from accidentally sticking to anything while you're reassembling your iPhone. Don't remove these small release liners just yet.

  71. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Connect the back glass: paso 71, imagen 1 de 1
    • Prop up the back glass along the right edge of your iPhone.

  72. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 72, imagen 1 de 1
    • Use your finger or the flat end of a spudger to press and connect the back glass connector onto the logic board.

  73. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Connect the battery: paso 73, imagen 1 de 1
    • Use your finger or a spudger to press and connect the battery press connector onto the logic board.

    • This is a good point to test your repair before sealing up your iPhone. Power on your iPhone and make sure it works as expected. Power it back down and continue reassembly.

    • If your iPhone doesn't turn on, connect it to a power source and try again.

    • If you've replaced the logic board and the screen fails to turn on, you'll need to follow the screen guide to manually connect the display connector.

  74. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Install the connector covers: paso 74, imagen 1 de 1
    • Align the back glass connector cover by its screw holes and lay it in place.

  75. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 75, imagen 1 de 1
    • Use a tri-point Y000 driver to install the four screws securing the back glass connector cover:

    • Two 1.3 mm‑long screws

    • Two 1.0 mm‑long screws

  76. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 76, imagen 1 de 1
    • Align the battery connector cover by its screw holes and lay it in place.

  77. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 77, imagen 1 de 1
    • Use a tri-point Y000 driver to install the three screws securing the battery connector cover:

    • Two 1.3 mm‑long screws

    • One 1.0 mm‑long screw

  78. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Remove the final adhesive liners: paso 78, imagen 1 de 2 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Remove the final adhesive liners: paso 78, imagen 2 de 2
    • Use your fingers or a spudger to peel away all perimeter liners, exposing the adhesive.

    • As you remove the liners, make sure nothing touches the exposed adhesive.

    • Check the frame and back glass for any stray liners and remove them. There should be no liners remaining.

  79. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 79, imagen 1 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 79, imagen 2 de 3 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 79, imagen 3 de 3
    • Lower the back glass onto the frame, beginning with the top edge.

    • If you feel resistance, a perimeter clip may have bent out of place and is being crushed by the frame. Look at the point of resistance and gently straighten any bent clips.

    • Press along the edges of the iPhone until the back glass sits flush against the frame.

  80. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Apply heat to the perimeter: paso 80, imagen 1 de 1
    • Use a hair dryer, heat gun, or an iOpener to heat the back glass perimeter until it's slightly too hot to touch.

    • The heat softens the adhesive and helps create a better bond.

  81. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Apply pressure to the perimeter: paso 81, imagen 1 de 2 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Apply pressure to the perimeter: paso 81, imagen 2 de 2
    • Use your fingers to firmly squeeze around the perimeter of the iPhone.

  82. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 82, imagen 1 de 2 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 82, imagen 2 de 2
    • Place your iPhone screen-side down on a clean, flat work surface.

    • Lay a strip of tape around the perimeter of the back glass to protect the finish.

    • Stack coins around the perimeter of the back glass until you create a wall that's as tall as the rear camera protrusions.

    • Alternatively, you can use vise clamps around the perimeter of your device to set the new adhesive.

  83. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 83, imagen 1 de 2 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement: paso 83, imagen 2 de 2
    • Place 3-4 heavy books squarely on top of your iPhone.

    • The coins may leave a slight impression on the bottom book cover, so don't use anything valuable.

    • Leave the books in place for about 30 minutes.

    • The pressure will help activate the adhesive.

  84. iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Install the pentalobe screws: paso 84, imagen 1 de 2 iPhone 16 Pro Max Charge Port Replacement, Install the pentalobe screws: paso 84, imagen 2 de 2
    • Use a P2 pentalobe driver to install the two 7.4 mm-long screws on either side of the charge port.

Conclusión

Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.

Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our Answers community for help.

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