Updating Software through Smart Switch Recovering from a Software Update Failure Recovering on Another Computer 10 Performing a Factory Data Reset Quality Test Quality Test Using the Samsung Members App Device Diagnostics Test Items Calibrations Calibrations Used Parts and Calibration Functions in Supported Models...
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Table of Contents 40 Under-display Camera Calibration (Fold Models Only) 42 Digital Hall Sensor Calibration (Fold and Flip Models Only) Exploded View and Parts List 45 Exploded View 46 Parts List Disassembly and Assembly 48 Tools for Disassembly and Assembly 53 Fasteners (Adhesives and Materials) for Assembly 56 Disassembly and Reassembly for replacement SIM Card Tray...
Precautions for Repair Samsung is not liable for any damage or defect determined to be caused by repair by a non-authorised carrier, self repair or non-professional repair of the device. Samsung...
Usage Notices Make sure to wear the appropriate safety equipment before carrying out repairs. • Samsung is not responsible for injuries that may occur because of not wearing the proper safety equipment. Refer to Tools for Disassembly and Assembly for a list of tools that you will need for assembling and disassembling the device.
Usage Notices Instructional Icons Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Caution: situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment Notice: notes, usage tips, or additional information...
You must download the desktop version of the Smart Switch app from www.samsung.com/smartswitch. This feature may not be supported on some devices or computers. • Limitations apply. Visit www.samsung.com/smartswitch for details. Samsung • takes copyright seriously. On the computer, visit www.samsung.com/smartswitch to download Smart Switch.
Before performing the factory data reset, remember to make backup copies of all important data stored in the device. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of data stored in the device. Disconnect your device from the computer and launch Smart Switch again on the computer.
Before performing the factory data reset, remember to make backup copies of all important data stored in the device. Samsung is not responsible for the loss of data stored in the device.
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Software Update Tap Reset → Delete all. All data will be deleted when rebooting. During a factory data reset, the device may repeat rebooting and the logo may be displayed for a long time.
Quality Test Quality Test Using the Samsung Members App It is recommended to evaluate your device through the Samsung Members app after it has been repaired to guarantee its performance. If the test results show any abnormalities or that another malfunction has occurred because of the repair, visit a Samsung Service Centre to receive further instruction.
If the exclamation mark appears on any test • items after finishing the test, tap them to find the solutions. If the problem persists, visit a Samsung Service Centre. Test Items Battery status Check the battery life and capacity.
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Quality Test Check whether the near field communication (NFC) feature is working normally. Check whether the SIM is working normally. If the test result is not Normal, remove the SIM card from the SIM card tray and replace it. If possible, try again with another SIM card.
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Quality Test Official software Check whether the official software is being used. Mobile network Check whether your mobile network is working normally. Sensors Check whether the sensors are working normally.
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Quality Test Location accuracy Check whether the location feature is working normally. The results might be more accurate when you test outside. Wi-Fi Check whether the Wi-Fi feature is working normally. To test this feature, the Wi-Fi feature must be activated.
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Quality Test Proximity recognition Check whether the proximity recognition feature is working normally. Buttons Check whether the buttons are working normally. Make sure that the buttons are not contaminated to get more accurate test results. Vibration Check whether the vibration feature is working normally.
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Quality Test Speaker Check whether the speakers are working normally. If you cannot hear the sound well, check whether the media volume is turned up and if the speaker is obstructed by foreign objects, the case, or the protective film. Check whether the microphones are working normally.
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Quality Test Fingerprint recognition Check whether the fingerprint recognition sensor is working normally. To test this feature, your fingerprint must be registered. Face recognition Check whether the face recognition sensor is working normally. To test this feature, your face must be registered.
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This test is only available for the S Pen • supported models. Cable charging Check whether the cable charging feature is working normally. Use only Samsung-approved chargers. Wireless charging Check whether the wireless charging feature is working normally. Use only Samsung-approved wireless chargers.
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Quality Test Wired headphones Check whether the headphone jack recognises the headphones normally. To test this feature, you must connect headphones. USB connection Check whether the multipurpose jack recognises the USB cable normally. To test this feature, the USB cable must be connected to a computer.
In order to guarantee the stable and correct performance of components or sensors, it is required to conduct calibrations through the Self Repair Assistant app after repair. If the calibration results show any malfunctions, visit a Samsung Service Centre for further action. Any malfunctions caused by your repair may incur additional repair charges.
Calibrations Depending on the model, the screen module may include batteries. So when • the screen module is replaced, the battery also has to be selected and a battery cycle reset must be performed. In the Fold models, touch screen panel calibration is performed for both the •...
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Calibrations Read Privacy Notice and tap Continue. If you are not signed in to your • Samsung account, a button will appear to sign in. If you select the link to read the full • Privacy Notice, you will be directed to...
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Calibrations Check permissions and tap Continue. Select the part that you have replaced and tap Next. The required calibrations will be • conducted automatically. If the device does not have certain • components or sensors associated with the part that has been replaced, relative calibration will be skipped automatically.
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Calibrations Read the on-screen instructions and tap Start. Refer to Optical Fingerprint Sensor Calibration, Resetting the Battery Cycle Count, Range Sensor Calibration, Touch Screen Panel Calibration, Speaker Calibration, Under-display Camera Calibration (Fold Models Only), and Digital Hall Sensor Calibration (Fold and Flip Models Only) for more information.
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Calibrations Check the results of each calibration item. Completed: Calibration was done • normally. Failed: Calibration failed. • Skipped: Calibration was skipped. • On the calibration results page, tap Close to close the app. Restart your device to finish calibrating.
Calibrations Optical Fingerprint Sensor Calibration Whenever the screen is replaced, the optical fingerprint sensor must be calibrated to guarantee optimised fingerprint sensor performance for devices that have it. Optical fingerprint sensor calibration is available through the Self Repair Assistant app. This feature may not be available depending on the model.
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Calibrations Check the part and calibration and then tap Start. Read the on-screen instructions and tap Start. The white calibration box must be prepared before you start. Put the white calibration box on the sensor area (below the square side) and push the rubber by applying force with your finger.
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Calibrations Put the black calibration box on the sensor area (below the square side) and push the rubber by applying force with your finger. Tap Next and keep pushing the rubber with your finger until you see the success message. The black calibration box must be •...
Calibrations Check the result of the calibration. Completed appears only when the calibration is successfully completed. If Completed does not appear, try calibrating again. Resetting the Battery Cycle Count The battery cycle count should be reset whenever your device’s battery is replaced. Launch the Self Repair Assistant app.
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Calibrations Check part and calibration and tap Start. Tap Start. Read the on-screen instructions and tap Scan to scan the QR code, or tap Enter manually to enter the serial number manually.
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Calibrations Scan the QR code or enter the serial number that appears on the battery package. The reset will begin. This image is an example of the QR code. Make sure to scan the QR code on the battery package. Check the calibration results.
Calibrations Range Sensor Calibration When replacing screens, batteries, back glasses, or charging ports, range sensor calibration is required to ensure the range sensors of devices equipped with them are optimised. Range sensor calibration is available through the Self Repair Assistant app. Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider, model specifications, or device’s software.
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Calibrations Read the on-screen instructions and tap Start. In a dark room or area, place the phone face-down, then press the Volume button. The calibration will perform automatically. A tone will play when calibration is complete. Check the calibration result.
Calibrations Touch Screen Panel Calibration When replacing screens, touch screen panel calibration is required to ensure accurate touch input. Touch screen panel calibration is available through the Self Repair Assistant app. In the Fold models, touch screen panel calibration is performed for both the main and cover screens.
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Calibrations Read the on-screen instructions and tap Start. The calibration will perform automatically and the screen will turn white during calibration. Check the calibration result.
Calibrations Speaker Calibration When replacing speakers, the speaker must be calibrated to guarantee optimised speaker performance for devices that have it. Speaker calibration is available through the Self Repair Assistant app. Launch the Self Repair Assistant app. Select the part that you have replaced and tap Next.
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Calibrations Tap Start. The calibration will perform automatically. Check the calibration result.
Calibrations Under-display Camera Calibration (Fold Models Only) Whenever the screen is replaced, the under-display camera must be calibrated to guarantee optimised under-display camera performance for devices that have it. Under-display camera calibration is available through the Self Repair Assistant app. This feature may not be available depending on the model.
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Calibrations Tap Start. The calibration will perform automatically. Check the calibration result.
The boot screen (the screen where the Samsung and carrier logos appear) will appear normally and then turn off, so it is not a hardware failure.
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Calibrations Launch the Self Repair Assistant app. Select the part that you have replaced and tap Next. Check part and calibration and tap Next. Tap Start.
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Calibrations The calibration will perform automatically. Check the calibration result.
Exploded View and Parts List Exploded View and Parts List The product’s composition may vary depending on the country, region, or carrier. Exploded View...
Exploded View and Parts List Parts List Number Name QCR011 Screw 3570 QCR001 Screw 3579 QCB3 Antenna Flex Cable (Red) QME18 Main Flex Cable 1 (Antenna PBA to Main Board) QME17 Main Flex Cable 2 (Screen to Main Board) QCR134 Screw 3298 QCB02 Antenna Flex Cable (Black)
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Exploded View and Parts List Number Name QME13 Sub PBA QME11 Antenna PBA QBR06 Bottom Bracket QSP02 Speaker 1 QSP01 Speaker 2 QFR01 Screen QBA01 Battery QMP01 Main Board (PBA) QBC01 Back Cover Module...
Disassembly and Assembly Disassembly and Assembly Tools for Disassembly and Assembly When repairing devices, you absolutely must wear protective equipment for your safety. Availability of rental services for toolkits with a complete set of tools for self repair service may vary depending on the country and is currently available only in limited countries.
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Disassembly and Assembly Tool & Part Code Image Description Prevents electrostatic damage ESD Safe Mat (recommended) Ejection Pin Pin for ejecting the SIM card tray Cross-head Tool for screwing in cross-head Screwdriver screws Tool for disassembling the screen Opening Pick and other parts Tool for disassembling the Opening Tool...
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Disassembly and Assembly Tool & Part Code Image Description Tool for handling connectors, cables, and other parts Because it is possible • to damage parts or components when using ESD Safe Tweezers sharp tweezers, use and Round Tip tweezers made with plastic Metal Tweezers or rubber material.
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Disassembly and Assembly Tool & Part Code Image Description Tool to place the device when pressing the screen or battery using the press fixture This tool is available to use • by the rental of tool kit that contains a complete set Bottom Press Tray of the tools for self repair service.
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Disassembly and Assembly Tool & Part Code Image Description Tool to cover the battery when pressing the battery using the press fixture Battery Rubber Pad This tool is available to use by the rental of tool kit that contains a complete set of the tools for self repair service.
Disassembly and Assembly Fasteners (Adhesives and Materials) for Assembly The fasteners composition may vary depending on the repair parts, country, region, or carrier. Item Quantity Image Description Double sided Screen adhesive tape Adhesive Tape for attaching the screen Screws for the top bracket (13 ea) Screws for the...
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Disassembly and Assembly Item Quantity Image Description Screws for the sub PBA (4 ea) Screw 3298 Screw for the antenna PBA (1 ea) Screw for the Screw 3579 main board Double sided SIM Card Socket adhesive tape for Adhesive Tape attaching the SIM card socket Double sided...
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Disassembly and Assembly Item Quantity Image Description Double sided Rear Camera adhesive tape for Adhesive Tape attaching the rear camera module Adhesive tape Screen attached on the Connector screen flex cable Adhesive Tape connector...
Disassembly and Assembly Disassembly and Reassembly for replacement The product’s composition may vary depending on the country, region, or • carrier. Repairable parts may vary depending on the country or region. • Before disassembling: Unplug and turn off device before disassembling. •...
Disassembly and Assembly SIM Card Tray Disassembly Prepare the device to repair by yourself. Insert the ejection pin into the hole of the SIM card tray to loosen the tray and pull out the tray gently from the tray slot.
Disassembly and Assembly Reassembly Leaving screws inside the device may damage internal components, such as the battery. During assembly, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the device. Insert the SIM card tray back into the slot. Ensure that there are no abnormalities.
Disassembly and Assembly Screen Disassembly When removing the screen, ensure that the device is fixed on a flat surface. When removing the screen of Galaxy Tab S10 FE Plus, you need the 2 heating bags and a large size suction cup. Heat the 2 microwaveable heating bags for 70 seconds in a 700 W microwave and apply each one to the front and back of the top edge of the screen for 3 minutes.
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Disassembly and Assembly While maintaining the heating bag under the back of the device, place the suction cup (L) on the top edge centre of the screen, and lift it upwards carefully. As the screen can be damaged by excessive force, be careful not to damage the •...
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Disassembly and Assembly While pulling up the suction cup with strong, steady force to create the gap between the back cover module and the screen, place the opening pick in the gap between the back cover module and the edge of the screen and slide the opening pick back and forth along the edge to slice through the adhesive.
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Disassembly and Assembly Before removing the screen completely, leave the inside of the screen visible and remove the screen connector tape with the tweezers carefully. Using the tweezers, open the connector cap and separate the screen flex cable connector from the screen completely.
Disassembly and Assembly Reassembly Leaving screws inside the device may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the device. Before attaching the screen, make absolutely sure that there are no screws, miscellaneous parts, or other foreign objects on the inside of the device (among the battery, PBA, etc.).
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Disassembly and Assembly Remove the inner vertical transparent film on the centre of the new screen adhesive tape. Align the adhesive tape precisely on the back cover module and attach it.
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Disassembly and Assembly Using your fingers, gently press down the upper and lower middle of the adhesive tape.
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Disassembly and Assembly Lift the right side of the adhesive tape and remove the inner transparent film from the centre of the inside. Align the adhesive tape precisely on the right of the back cover module so that the exposed tape is exactly attached. Attach the tape and gently press down the edges of the tape with the tweezers and your fingers to ensure a secure fit.
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Disassembly and Assembly Lift the left side of the adhesive tape and remove the inner transparent film from the centre of the inside. Align the adhesive tape precisely on the left of the back cover module so that the exposed tape is exactly attached. Attach the tape and gently press down the edges of the tape with the tweezers and your fingers to ensure a secure fit.
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Disassembly and Assembly While holding the film handle of the tape, remove the transparent film from the adhesive tape completely.
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Disassembly and Assembly Leave the inside of the screen visible and connect the screen flex cable connector using the tweezers. Be careful not to damage the cables, connectors, and near components. • Be careful not to damage the screen. • Close the connector cap to secure the connector with your fingers.
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Disassembly and Assembly Remove the release film of new screen connector adhesive tape and attach it on the connector cap. Then, press down softly with your fingers. Be careful not to damage the cable and connector.
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Disassembly and Assembly Turn the screen slowly over back to its original state and attach it to the back cover module. Be careful not to damage the cables and connectors. • Be careful not to damage the screen. •...
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Disassembly and Assembly Attach the screen and press down on the edges of the screen evenly in order to attach the screen perfectly. Check the gap between the screen and the back cover module. If you feel some gap, remove the screen and attach it again. Some foreign materials can be inside the device.
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Disassembly and Assembly Now you can press the fully assembled screen using the press fixture. Remove the press fixture body and its handle from the rental tool kit packaging. Keep your hands out of the press fixture to avoid mechanical pinching and injury. This tool is only available to use by the rental of tool kit that contains a •...
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Disassembly and Assembly Remove the bottom press tray and top press tray from the rental tool kit packaging. Leave the inside of the bottom press tray visible and place the device into the tray facing up.
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Disassembly and Assembly Using your fingers, press down the all edges carefully and make sure that the device is completely secured to the bottom tray. Carefully place the top press tray over the bottom press tray and gently press on all corners of the tray to secure it.
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Disassembly and Assembly Position the top half of the press tray with the device lengthwise in the centre of the press fixture.
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Disassembly and Assembly Rotate the torque limit handle to the clockwise until it makes a sound. In that press state, stay the tray for 30 seconds. Keep your hands out of the press fixture to avoid mechanical pinching and injury. When you reach the required maximum force (1 N), a sound is made from the handle if you turn the handle.
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Disassembly and Assembly Position the bottom half of the press tray with the device lengthwise in the centre of the press fixture. Rotate the torque limit handle to the clockwise until it makes a sound. In that press state, stay the tray again for 30 seconds. Keep your hands out the of press fixture to avoid mechanical pinching and injury.
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Disassembly and Assembly When the second press is completed after 30 seconds, rotate the torque limit handle to the anticlockwise and remove the tray from the press fixture. Remove the device carefully from the tray.
Disassembly and Assembly Front Camera Disassembly Remove the Screen first before you begin. Check and remove the screws at the 13 different points on the top bracket using a cross-head screwdriver. Be careful not to damage the bracket and near components. Check the number of screws that have been removed, and store them carefully to make sure that no unassembled screws are left inside the device during assembly.
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Disassembly and Assembly Using the tweezers, separate the front camera connector from the main board and remove the front camera carefully from the device. Leave the camera lens facing up. Be careful not to damage the main board and near components.
Disassembly and Assembly Reassembly Leaving screws inside the device may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the device. Remove all release films from the new front camera module. Using the tweezers and your fingers, place the front camera in the camera hole so that the lens faces forward, and gently insert the front camera.
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Disassembly and Assembly Connect the battery connector to the main board. Be careful not to damage the battery. Be careful not to damage the battery connector and near components. Using the tweezers, place the top bracket to the back cover module and press down on it in its position smoothly.
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Disassembly and Assembly Check the screw 3570 (13 ea) at the 13 different points on the top bracket and fasten them using a cross-head screwdriver. Be careful not to damage the bracket and near components. Check carefully with your fingers to see if there are any screws or other foreign substances inside the device (battery, PBA, cable, etc.).
Disassembly and Assembly Rear Camera Disassembly Remove the Screen first before you begin. Check for the disassembly steps of the Front Camera and completely separate the top bracket and disconnect the battery connector. Using the tweezers, disconnect the coaxial cable connector (Red). Then, lift the coaxial cable (Red) up and separate it from the rear camera module.
Disassembly and Assembly Reassembly Leaving screws inside the device may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the device. Remove all release films from the new rear camera module. Be careful not to damage the camera.
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Disassembly and Assembly Press down softly on the rear camera with your fingers so that the camera can be completely assembled. Using the tweezers and your fingers, connect the rear camera connector and the coaxial cable connector (Red). Assemble the coaxial cable (Red) completely in its position.
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Disassembly and Assembly Check for the reassembly steps of the Front Camera and connect the battery connector and completely reassemble the top bracket. Check carefully with your fingers to see if there are any screws or other foreign substances inside the device (battery, PBA, cable, etc.). Shake the device lightly with the back of the device facing down to remove any remaining screws.
Disassembly and Assembly Microphone Disassembly Remove the Screen first before you begin. Check the 18 screws on the top bracket and side bracket. Remove them using a cross-head screwdriver. Be careful not to damage the brackets and near components. Check the number of screws that have been removed, and store them carefully to make sure that no unassembled screws are left inside the device during assembly.
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Disassembly and Assembly Using the tweezers, remove the top bracket from the back cover module.
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Disassembly and Assembly Using the tweezers, remove the side bracket from the back cover module.
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Disassembly and Assembly Using the tweezers, remove each microphone carefully from the top and side brackets. Be careful not to damage the bracket.
Disassembly and Assembly Reassembly Leaving screws inside the device may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the device. Using the tweezers and your fingers, remove all adhesive tapes from where the microphones were attached.
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Disassembly and Assembly Remove all release films from the new microphone module. Be careful not to damage the microphone. Using the tweezers and your fingers, assemble the microphone to the exact position of the top bracket. Press down the microphone with your fingers softly so that it can be attached well.
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Disassembly and Assembly Using the tweezers and your fingers, assemble the microphone to the exact position of the side bracket. Press down the microphone with your fingers softly so that it can be attached well.
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Disassembly and Assembly Using the tweezers, place the side bracket to the back cover module and press down on it in its position smoothly. Be careful not to damage the battery. Be careful not to damage the bracket and near components. Using the tweezers, place the top bracket to the back cover module and press down on it in its position smoothly.
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Disassembly and Assembly Check the screw 3570 (18 ea) at the 18 different points on the top and side bracket, and fasten them using a cross-head screwdriver. Be careful not to damage the bracket and near components. Check carefully with your fingers to see if there are any screws or other foreign substances inside the device (battery, PBA, cable, etc.).
Disassembly and Assembly Charging Port Disassembly Remove the Screen first before you begin. Check for the disassembly steps of the Front Camera and completely separate the top bracket and disconnect the battery connector. Check the 4 screws on the sub PBA and remove them using a cross-head screwdriver. Be careful not to damage the sub PBA and near components.
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Disassembly and Assembly Using the tweezers, lift up on the separator groove of the charging port bracket and remove it from the back cover module. Be careful not to damage the bracket.
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Disassembly and Assembly Using the tweezers, disconnect the flex cable connector from the charging port. Using the tweezers, lift up on the separator groove of the sub PBA and separate the sub PBA from the back cover module slowly. Be careful not to damage the battery. Be careful not to damage the cables.
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Disassembly and Assembly Check the 2 screws on the charging port and remove them using a cross-head screwdriver. Check the number of screws that have been removed, and store them carefully to make sure that no unassembled screws are left inside the device during assembly. Using the tweezers, separate the cable connector of the charging port from the back cover module.
Disassembly and Assembly Reassembly Leaving screws inside the device may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the device. Using the tweezers, remove all adhesive tapes from where the cable connector of the charging port was attached.
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Disassembly and Assembly Using the tweezers, align the new charging port adhesive tape (1 ea) precisely to its position of the back cover module and attach it. Gently press down the tape with your fingers to ensure a secure fit.
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Disassembly and Assembly Carefully remove the release film from the attached tape.
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Disassembly and Assembly Using the tweezers, assemble the charging port module into the exact position of the back cover module and press down on it in its position softly. Be careful not to damage the charging port.
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Disassembly and Assembly Using the tweezers and your fingers, press down the cable connector of the charging port and attach it on the back cover module. Check the screw 3570 (2 ea) at the 2 different points on the charging port and fasten them using a cross-head screwdriver.
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Disassembly and Assembly Place the sub PBA on the back cover module and insert it to the exact position of the back cover module. Press down on it in its position softly. Be careful not to damage the battery. Be careful not to damage the cables. •...
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Disassembly and Assembly Connect the flex cable connector to the charging port. Using the tweezers, place the charging port bracket to the back cover module and press down on it in its position smoothly. Be careful not to damage the bracket and near components.
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Disassembly and Assembly Check the screw 3298 (4 ea) at the 4 different points on the sub PBA and fasten them using a cross-head screwdriver. Be careful not to damage the sub PBA side contact. Check for the reassembly steps of the Front Camera and connect the battery connector and completely reassemble the top bracket.
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Disassembly and Assembly Check carefully with your fingers to see if there are any screws or other foreign substances inside the device (battery, PBA, cable, etc.). Shake the device lightly with the back of the device facing down to remove any remaining screws. Reassemble the Screen to complete assembly.
Disassembly and Assembly Speaker 1 Disassembly Remove the Screen first before you begin. Check for the disassembly steps of the Microphone and separate the top and side brackets. Using the tweezers, separate the battery connector first from the main board. Make sure to first disconnect the battery connector for your own safety.
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Disassembly and Assembly Using the tweezers, disconnect the 5 connectors first from the main board and disconnect the 3 coaxial cable connectors (Red/Black/Grey). In case of the coaxial cable (Red) at the top, lift up and separate it from the rear camera module. For the 5G or LTE devices, disconnect the 5 coaxial cable connectors (Black/Red/Grey/Red/ White) from the main board additionally.
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Disassembly and Assembly Check the screw on the main board and remove it using a cross-head screwdriver. Check the number of screws that have been removed, and store them carefully to make sure that no unassembled screws are left inside the device during assembly.
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Disassembly and Assembly Using the tweezers, remove the main board completely. Be careful not to damage the main board and near components.
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Disassembly and Assembly Remove the front camera and all the cables additionally to disassemble only the main board. Check the 4 screws on the speaker module and remove them using a cross-head screwdriver. Check the number of screws that have been removed, and store them carefully to make sure that no unassembled screws are left inside the device during assembly.
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Disassembly and Assembly Using the tweezers, disconnect the antenna flex cable connector and remove the cable carefully. There is an adhesive on the back of the antenna flex cable. • Be careful not to damage the cable during disassembly. •...
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Disassembly and Assembly Using your fingers, separate the 2 coaxial cables (Black/Grey) from the speaker module before removing the speaker. For the 5G or LTE devices, separate the coaxial cable (Black) additionally. Using the tweezers, separate the FPCB of the speaker module carefully.
Disassembly and Assembly Reassembly Leaving screws inside the device may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the device. Remove all release films from the new speaker module.
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Disassembly and Assembly Place the new speaker module to the exact position, and assemble it to the back cover module. Press down softly and evenly on the speaker module so that the speaker module can be completely assembled. Be careful not to damage the battery. Be careful not to damage the cables and speaker module.
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Disassembly and Assembly Assemble the 2 coaxial cables (Black/Grey) with the speaker module. For the 5G or LTE devices, assemble the coaxial cable (Black) additionally. The coaxial cable (Black) is only available for the 5G or LTE devices. • The cables and connectors may vary depending on the country, region, or •...
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Disassembly and Assembly Coaxial cable (Black)
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Disassembly and Assembly Place the antenna flex cable on the speaker module and connect the cable connector. Gently press down the flex cable with your fingers to ensure a secure fit.
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Disassembly and Assembly Check the screw 3570 (4 ea) at the 4 different points on the speaker module and fasten them using a cross-head screwdriver. Be careful not to damage the speaker module. Place the main board to the exact position and assemble it to the back cover module. Press down on it in its position smoothly.
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Disassembly and Assembly Check the screw 3579 (1 ea) on the main board and fasten it using a cross-head screwdriver. Be careful not to damage the main board. Using the tweezers and your fingers, connect the 5 connectors first to the main board and connect the 3 coaxial cable connectors (Red/Black/Grey).
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Disassembly and Assembly Connect the battery connector to the main board. Be careful not to damage the battery. Be careful not to damage the battery connector and near components. Check for the reassembly steps of the Microphone and completely reassemble the top and side brackets.
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Disassembly and Assembly Check carefully with your fingers to see if there are any screws or other foreign substances inside the device (battery, PBA, cable, etc.). Shake the device lightly with the back of the device facing down to remove any remaining screws. Reassemble the Screen to complete assembly.
Disassembly and Assembly Speaker 2 Disassembly Remove the Screen first before you begin. Check for the disassembly steps of the Front Camera and completely separate the top bracket and disconnect the battery connector. Using the tweezers, disconnect the 5 connectors first from the main board and disconnect the 3 coaxial cable connectors (Red/Black/Grey).
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Disassembly and Assembly Check the screw on the main board and remove it using a cross-head screwdriver. Check the number of screws that have been removed, and store them carefully to make sure that no unassembled screws are left inside the device during assembly.
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Disassembly and Assembly Using the tweezers, remove the main board completely. Be careful not to damage the main board and near components.
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Disassembly and Assembly Check the 7 screws on the speaker module and remove them using a cross-head screwdriver. Check the number of screws that have been removed, and store them carefully to make sure that no unassembled screws are left inside the device during assembly. For the 5G or LTE devices, using your fingers, separate the 3 coaxial cables (Red/Grey/ Red) from the speaker module before removing the speaker.
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Disassembly and Assembly Coaxial cable (Red)
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Disassembly and Assembly For the 5G or LTE devices, using the tweezers, remove the coaxial cable (White) completely from the speaker. Be careful not to damage the cable. The coaxial cable (White) is only available for the 5G or LTE devices. •...
Disassembly and Assembly Reassembly Leaving screws inside the device may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the device. For the 5G or LTE devices, using the tweezers or your fingers, assemble the separated coaxial cable (White) to the new speaker module carefully.
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Disassembly and Assembly Place the new speaker module to the exact position, and assemble it to the back cover module. Press down softly and evenly on the speaker module so that the speaker module can be completely assembled. Be careful not to damage the battery. Be careful not to damage the cables and speaker module.
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Disassembly and Assembly For the 5G or LTE devices, assemble the 3 coaxial cables (Red/Grey/Red) with the speaker module. The 3 coaxial cables (Red/Grey/Red) are only available for the 5G or LTE devices. • The cables and connectors may vary depending on the country, region, or •...
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Disassembly and Assembly Coaxial cable (Red)
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Disassembly and Assembly Check the screw 3570 (7 ea) at the 7 different points on the speaker module and fasten them using a cross-head screwdriver. Be careful not to damage the speaker module. Place the main board to the exact position and assemble it to the back cover module. Press down on it in its position smoothly.
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Disassembly and Assembly Check the screw 3579 (1 ea) on the main board and fasten it using a cross-head screwdriver. Be careful not to damage the main board. Using the tweezers and your fingers, connect the 5 connectors first to the main board and connect the 3 coaxial cable connectors (Red/Black/Grey).
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Disassembly and Assembly Check for the reassembly steps of the Front Camera and connect the battery connector and completely reassemble the top bracket. Check carefully with your fingers to see if there are any screws or other foreign substances inside the device (battery, PBA, cable, etc.). Shake the device lightly with the back of the device facing down to remove any remaining screws.
Disassembly and Assembly Volume Button Disassembly To remove the Volume button, lightly press one end of the button with your fingers so that the other end protrudes. Push the tip of the protruding button up carefully with the round-tip metal tweezers and lift it up until you can grab it with your fingers. Grab the button with your fingers and pull it out carefully from the device.
Disassembly and Assembly Reassembly Leaving screws inside the device may damage internal components, such as the battery. During assembly, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the device. Remove the release film of the new Volume button. Using your fingers, grab the Volume button and insert it on the slot carefully.
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Disassembly and Assembly Press down the Volume button softly and evenly so that the button can be completely assembled. Press the button to make sure it clicks. It should have the same sound and feel as before disassembly.
Disassembly and Assembly Side Button (Fingerprint Recognition Sensor) The Side button has a built-in fingerprint recognition sensor. It cannot be removed directly from outside. Disassembly Remove the Screen first before you begin. Check for the disassembly steps of the Speaker 2 and completely separate the top bracket and main board.
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Disassembly and Assembly Check the 2 screws on the Side button metal bracket and remove them using a cross-head screwdriver. Be careful not to damage the rear camera and near components. Check the number of screws that have been removed, and store them carefully to make sure that no unassembled screws are left inside the device during assembly.
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Disassembly and Assembly Using the tweezers, remove the metal bracket.
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Disassembly and Assembly Using the tweezers, separate the FPCB of the Side button module carefully. Using the tweezers, lift up the plastic bracket first and push the Side button module softly from outside. Remove the Side button module together with the plastic bracket.
Disassembly and Assembly Reassembly Leaving screws inside the device may damage internal components, such as the battery. During assembly, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the device. Using the tweezers, remove all adhesive tapes from where the FPCB of the Side button module was attached.
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Disassembly and Assembly Using your fingers, grab the Side button module with the plastic bracket and insert it on the button slot of the back cover module carefully. Gently press down the Side button module softly with the tweezers from inside. Be careful not to damage the rear camera and near components.
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Disassembly and Assembly Using the tweezers, gently press down the plastic bracket and assemble it completely with the Side button module. Using the tweezers, remove the release film of the plastic bracket. Using the tweezers, remove the release film from the FPCB of the Side button module.
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Disassembly and Assembly Attach the FPCB of the Side button module on the back cover module using the tweezers and gently press it down softly with your fingers.
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Disassembly and Assembly Using the tweezers, align the new Side button water-resistant tape precisely on the plastic bracket and attach it. Gently press down the tape softly with the tweezers.
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Disassembly and Assembly Remove the release film from the attached tape. Using the tweezers, assemble the metal bracket on the Side button module.
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Disassembly and Assembly Check the screw 3570 (2 ea) at the 2 different points of the metal bracket and fasten them using a cross-head screwdriver. Be careful not to damage the battery. Be careful not to damage the near components. Check for the reassembly steps of the Speaker 2 and completely reassemble the main...
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Disassembly and Assembly Check carefully with your fingers to see if there are any screws or other foreign substances inside the device (battery, PBA, cable, etc.). Shake the device lightly with the back of the device facing down to remove any remaining screws. Reassemble the Screen to complete assembly.
Disassembly and Assembly Back Cover Module The back cover module consists of the back cover, metal bracket, and battery. Disassembly Remove the SIM Card Tray Screen first before you begin. Check for the disassembly steps of the Speaker 1 and completely separate the top bracket, side bracket, and main board in order.
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Disassembly and Assembly Using the tweezers, lift up on the separator groove of the rear camera and remove the camera carefully. Leave the camera lens facing up. Be careful not to damage the battery. Be careful not to damage the rear camera and near components.
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Disassembly and Assembly Check the 4 screws on the speaker 1 module and remove them using a cross-head screwdriver. Check the number of screws that have been removed, and store them carefully to make sure that no unassembled screws are left inside the device during assembly. Using the tweezers, disconnect the antenna flex cable connector.
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Disassembly and Assembly Check the screw on the antenna PBA and remove it using a cross-head screwdriver. Check the number of screws that have been removed, and store them carefully to make sure that no unassembled screws are left inside the device during assembly.
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Disassembly and Assembly Using the tweezers, lift up on the separator groove of the antenna PBA and remove it from the back cover module. The cables and connectors may vary depending on the country, region, or specifications.
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Disassembly and Assembly Check the 7 screws on the speaker 2 module and remove them using a cross-head screwdriver. Check the number of screws that have been removed, and store them carefully to make sure that no unassembled screws are left inside the device during assembly. For the 5G or LTE devices, using your fingers, separate the 3 coaxial cables (Red/Grey/ Red) from the speaker 2 module before removing the speaker 2.
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Disassembly and Assembly Coaxial cable (Red)
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Disassembly and Assembly Check the 4 screws on the sub PBA and remove them using a cross-head screwdriver. Be careful not to damage the sub PBA and near components Check the number of screws that have been removed, and store them carefully to make sure that no unassembled screws are left inside the device during assembly.
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Disassembly and Assembly Using the tweezers, lift up on the separator groove of the charging port bracket and remove it from the back cover module. Be careful not to damage the bracket.
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Disassembly and Assembly Using the tweezers, disconnect the flex cable connector from the charging port. Using the tweezers, lift up on the separator groove of the sub PBA and separate the sub PBA from the back cover module completely. Be careful not to damage the battery. Be careful not to damage the cables.
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Disassembly and Assembly Check the 2 screws on the charging port and remove them using a cross-head screwdriver. Check the number of screws that have been removed, and store them carefully to make sure that no unassembled screws are left inside the device during assembly. Using the tweezers, separate the cable connector of the charging port from the back cover module.
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Disassembly and Assembly Check the screw on the bottom bracket and remove it using a cross-head screwdriver. Check the number of screws that have been removed, and store them carefully to make sure that no unassembled screws are left inside the device during assembly.
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Disassembly and Assembly For the 5G or LTE devices, using your fingers, separate the coaxial cable (Red) from the back cover module before removing the bottom bracket. Using the tweezers, lift up on the separator groove of the bottom bracket and remove it carefully. The coaxial cable (Red) is only available for the 5G or LTE devices.
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Disassembly and Assembly Using the tweezers, lift up on the separator groove of the SIM card socket slowly and remove the SIM card socket carefully from the back cover module. Be careful not to damage the SIM card socket.
Disassembly and Assembly Reassembly Leaving screws inside the device may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the device. Using the tweezers, remove the adhesive tape on the bottom of the SIM card socket. Be careful not to damage the SIM card socket.
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Disassembly and Assembly Using the tweezers, assemble the SIM card socket to the exact position of the back cover module and press it down lightly with your fingers so that it is fully attached.
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Disassembly and Assembly Place the bottom bracket to the exact position and assemble it to the back cover module. Press down softly and evenly on the bracket so that it can be completely assembled.
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Disassembly and Assembly For the 5G or LTE devices, assemble the coaxial cable (Red) with the back cover module. The coaxial cable (Red) is only available for the 5G or LTE devices. • The cables and connectors may vary depending on the country, region, or •...
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Disassembly and Assembly Using the tweezers, align the new charging port adhesive tape (1 ea) precisely to its position of the back cover module and attach it. Gently press down the tape with your fingers to ensure a secure fit.
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Disassembly and Assembly Remove the release film from the attached tape carefully.
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Disassembly and Assembly Assemble the charging port to the exact position of the back cover module and press down on it in its position softly. Be careful not to damage the charging port.
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Disassembly and Assembly Using the tweezers and your fingers, press down the cable connector of the charging port and attach it on the back cover module. Check the screw 3570 (2 ea) at the 2 different points on the charging port and fasten them using a cross-head screwdriver.
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Disassembly and Assembly Place the sub PBA on the back cover module and insert it to the exact position of the back cover module. Press down on it in its position softly. Be careful not to damage the battery. Be careful not to damage the cables. •...
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Disassembly and Assembly Using the tweezers, place the charging port bracket to the back cover module and press down on it in its position smoothly. Be careful not to damage the bracket and near components.
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Disassembly and Assembly Check the screw 3298 (4 ea) at the 4 different points on the sub PBA and fasten them using a cross-head screwdriver. Be careful not to damage the sub PBA side contact.
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Disassembly and Assembly Place the speaker 2 module to the exact position and assemble it to the back cover module. Press down softly and evenly on the speaker 2 module so that it can be completely assembled. Be careful not to damage the battery. Be careful not to damage the cables and speaker module.
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Disassembly and Assembly For the 5G or LTE devices, assemble the 3 coaxial cables (Red/Grey/Red) with the speaker 2 module. The 3 coaxial cables (Red/Grey/Red) are only available for the 5G or LTE devices. • The cables and connectors may vary depending on the country, region, or •...
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Disassembly and Assembly Check the screw 3570 (7 ea) at the 7 different points on the speaker 2 module and fasten them using a cross-head screwdriver. Be careful not to damage the speaker module.
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Disassembly and Assembly Place the antenna PBA to the exact position and assemble it to the back cover module. Press down softly and evenly on the antenna PBA so that it can be completely assembled. The cables and connectors may vary depending on the country, region, or specifications.
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Disassembly and Assembly Check the screw 3298 (1 ea) on the antenna PBA and fasten it using a cross-head screwdriver.
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Disassembly and Assembly Place the speaker 1 module to the exact position and assemble it to the back cover module. Press down softly and evenly on the speaker 1 module so that it can be completely assembled. Be careful not to damage the battery. Be careful not to damage the cables and speaker module.
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Disassembly and Assembly Assemble the 2 coaxial cables (Black/Grey) with the speaker 1 module. For the 5G or LTE devices, assemble the coaxial cable (Black) additionally. The coaxial cable (Black) is only available for the 5G or LTE devices. • The cables and connectors may vary depending on the country, region, or •...
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Disassembly and Assembly Connect the antenna flex cable on the antenna PBA. Check the screw 3570 (4 ea) at the 4 different points on the speaker 1 module and fasten them using a cross-head screwdriver. Be careful not to damage the speaker module.
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Disassembly and Assembly Remove the release film from the new rear camera adhesive tape and attach it to the rear camera module with the tweezers. Remove all release films from the attached tape. Be careful not to damage the camera.
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Disassembly and Assembly Using the tweezers and your fingers, gently insert the rear camera in the camera hole so that the lens faces backward. Be careful not to damage the camera lens and near components. • Be careful not to damage the main board. •...
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Disassembly and Assembly Check for the reassembly steps of the Speaker 1 and completely reassemble the main board, top bracket, and side bracket in order. Be careful not to damage the bracket and near components. Check carefully with your fingers to see if there are any screws or other foreign substances inside the device (battery, PBA, cable, etc.).
Disassembly and Assembly Battery The separated battery may be damaged. Do not use it again. Disassembly Remove the Screen first before you begin. Check for the disassembly steps of the Front Camera and completely separate the top bracket and disconnect the battery connector. Using the tweezers, disconnect the 3 flex cable connectors from the main board.
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Disassembly and Assembly Heat the 2 microwaveable heating bags and apply them to the back side of the battery for 2 minutes. It is possible for the device or battery to be damaged by heat. • Do not heat the device in a microwave. Doing so could cause an explosion. •...
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Disassembly and Assembly Using your fingers, hold the tapes (marked as 1) attached to the downside of the battery and separate them from the battery in order. Then, separate the tapes (marked as 2) from the battery in order. Next, using your fingers, hold the tapes (marked as 3) attached to the upside of the battery and separate them from the battery in order.
Disassembly and Assembly Reassembly Leaving screws inside the device may damage internal components, such as the battery. When assembling, be extra careful not to leave any unassembled screws inside the device. Using the tweezers and your fingers, remove all the remaining adhesive tapes on the back cover module.
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Disassembly and Assembly Using the tweezers or your fingers, carefully remove all release films from the new battery. Be careful not to damage the battery.
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Disassembly and Assembly With the battery connector on the top, carefully place the battery based on the upper side of the battery. Then, assemble the battery to the exact position of the back cover module using your fingers. Be careful not to damage the battery. The FPCB cables and connectors have to be positioned outside so as not to •...
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Disassembly and Assembly Now you can press the fully assembled battery using the press fixture. Remove the press fixture body and its handle from the rental tool kit packaging. Keep your hands out of the press fixture to avoid mechanical pinching and injury. This tool is only available to use by the rental of tool kit that contains a •...
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Disassembly and Assembly Remove the bottom press tray and the battery rubber pads (3 ea) from the rental tool kit packaging. Leave the inside of the bottom press tray visible and carefully place the device into the tray facing up.
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Disassembly and Assembly Using your fingers, press down the all edges carefully and make sure that the device is completely secured to the bottom tray. Be careful not to damage the battery. Be careful not to damage the device and near components. Choose a top battery-sized pad from the provided battery rubber pads and place it carefully on the top battery.
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Disassembly and Assembly Position the bottom tray with the device lengthwise in the centre of the press fixture so that the top battery is fully placed into the press fixture. The FPCB cables and connectors have to be positioned outside so as not to •...
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Disassembly and Assembly Rotate the torque limit handle to the clockwise until it makes a sound. In that press state, stay the tray for 5 seconds. Keep your hands out of the press fixture to avoid mechanical pinching and injury. When you reach the required maximum force (1 N), a sound is made from the handle if you turn the handle.
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Disassembly and Assembly When the press is completed after 5 seconds, rotate the torque limit handle to the anticlockwise and remove the tray from the press fixture. The FPCB cables and connectors have to be positioned outside so as not to •...
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Disassembly and Assembly Position the bottom tray with the device lengthwise in the centre of the press fixture so that the bottom battery is fully placed into the press fixture. The FPCB cables and connectors have to be positioned outside so as not to •...
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Disassembly and Assembly Rotate the torque limit handle to the clockwise until it makes a sound. In that press state, stay the tray for 5 seconds. Keep your hands out of the press fixture to avoid mechanical pinching and injury. When you reach the required maximum force (1 N), a sound is made from the handle if you turn the handle.
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Disassembly and Assembly Remove the device carefully from the bottom tray.
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Disassembly and Assembly Place the screen flex cable to its position of the back cover module and connect the 3 flex cable connectors to the main board.
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Repair Assistant app after repairing and assembling your device. Refer to Calibrations for more information. Visit a Samsung Service Centre when finding some issues from the calibration • results. However, you may incur additional charges if the device has a...
Disassembly and Assembly Directive 2012/19/EU Annex VII Components Directive 2012/19/EU Annex VII requirements apply to the following components. Component Samsung Part Name Removal Instructions Printed circuit board Check for the disassembly steps if the surface is Main Board (PBA) of the...
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