Before we crack this slider open, gather the following:
The 2560x1440 AMOLED panel is the most expensive part of the phone. It is bonded to the slider chassis with industrial black adhesive.
Can be replaced from the front without removing internal slider rails. Held by basic Torx screws and standard adhesive pull-tabs. Keyboard
After completely disassembling the BlackBerry Priv, what do we learn?
Apply targeted heat to the back of the battery compartment to soften the heavy factory adhesive. Grab the integrated plastic pull tab on the side to pull the 3,410 mAh cell straight out. Do not pry under the battery with sharp tools, as you risk puncturing the lithium-ion pouch or tearing hidden ribbon cables. Phase 2: Motherboard and Core Component Removal