Use the spudger to separate the touch screen from the front cover of the device.

The touch screen is glued onto the front cover, so this step in the process requires patience and a fair amount of strength.

The top and bottom portions of the touch screen are more reinforced with glue than the other sections, so extra force will be required.

It is recommended to push inwards from the sides using the spudger to separate the top and bottom section from the front cover.