Introduction
This guide will go over how to remove the screen/display on the Microsoft Surface Pro 5, also known as the Microsoft Surface Pro (2017).
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To remove the display, first soften the adhesive by applying heat. You can use a heat pad, heat gun, or iOpener. In a pinch, a hair dryer can also work.
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Steadily and evenly heat the perimeter of the display until it's too hot to touch, and try to maintain that temperature for several minutes.
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Use a suction cup or an iSclack to pull up on the glass and create a slight gap between the glass and the metal frame.
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Insert an opening pick into the gap.
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Slide the pick around the sides and bottom of the display to cut the adhesive. Apply more heat as needed.
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Separate the top edge last. There are antennas on both sides, so be careful not to damage them. Use more heat or a bit of isopropyl alcohol to help weaken the adhesive.
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Pry up the metal shield covering the smaller ribbon cable port using the plastic opening tool.
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Disconnect the smaller ribbon cable by prying up with the nylon spudger.
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Pry up the metal shield covering the larger ribbon cable port using the plastic opening tool and remove.
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Disconnect the larger ribbon cable by prying up with the nylon spudger.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
