PREPARING FOR FIELD LEVEL TESTING: Dis-Assembly and Assembly of i897 
2.5  Dis-Assembly and Assembly of i897 Unit 
Motorola recommends the service technician follow a prescribed disassembly sequence to access 
specific items or components of the unit. This product is an efficiently designed package that 
incorporates the physical overlap and integration of some modular components. Refer to the 
Disassembly Sequence Flowchart for a suggested path to reach specific components. 
NOTE: In some cases, the technician may not need to remove certain components to reach 
others. 
2.6 Disassembly Procedure 
NOTE: Screws used to assemble the i897 main housing are: 1 antenna screw, T-4 drive; 4 housing assembly 
screws, T-6 drive. 
2.6.1  Disassembly Sequence Pane chart 
Note: i897 flip components include a Flex Connector ribbon which can be easily torn or damaged if not 
handled properly. Handle the Flex Ribbon with care especially when working it through the front housing 
slot. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Main Board
Antennas
Back Housing
Front Housing
Battery Cover
SIM Card
Battery 
USB Cover
Flip Assembly
SD Card
Battery Frame