Introduction
This is a replacement guide for the Sony Xperia XA1 speaker.
Before using this guide, be sure to check out the troubleshooting page to ensure the speaker needs to be replaced.
Tools
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Using a hair dryer, apply heat evenly around the edges of the back of the phone. This will loosen the adhesive and allow you to remove the back panel.
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As you're heating up the phone, begin to pry open the back starting from the middle, and going to the corners.
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Use a plastic opening tool to lift the battery connector.
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Lift the flaps on both sides of the battery.
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Use a Phillips #000 screwdriver to remove the four 3 mm screws that secure the bottom component.
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Insert a spudger into the opening above the charging port, and apply gentle pressure to free the speaker piece.
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Once the piece is loose, use your hand to remove the speaker from the phone.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.