I recently replaced my screen and battery. When taking out the battery I accidentally tore into the black cover on the Qi charging pad. It revealed a silver material inside.

Not knowing what to do, I covered it up with tape. However, when trying to boot, I got stuck in the boot loop. I am able to go into DFU mode, but I can’t restore the phone in iTunes. I believe the boot loop is due to a hardware issue.

Could it be from the Qi charging pad mishap? If so, could I simply disconnect the Qi charging pad harness from the board? I don’t use it, anyway.

Yes, mark each female end in a way that distinguishes itself from the other. I put “P” on the harnesses with the pink wires and “B” on the harnesses with the blue wires.

Thank you! I went on to replace the keyboard itself, which I found for $20. If I do it again I will make a guide.