How to self-repair your phone screen

First, have all the genuine parts & tools needed for the procedure ready.

*Use only demagnetised tools that are specifically designed for small electronic repairs, as most electronic parts are sensitive to electromagnetic forces.

*For any model-specific instructions, please refer to the appropriate repair guide provided with program.

Samsung genuine parts for Screen

• Screen kit
• Screw 3428
• Screw 3427
• Back glass adhesive tape
• Front camera adhesive tape
• Internal metal plate
• 3rd microphone hole tape
  
  

*Always use Samsung-authorised genuine parts. Third-party replacement parts may not function properly.

Repair tools

• Heating bag
• Suction cup
• Opening picks
• Screw driver PH0
• Opening tool

 

*You could use existing demagnetised tools that you own to perform repairs.

When repairing devices, you absolutely must wear equipment for your safety

 

Safety equipment

• Mask
• Safety glasses
• ESD-safe gloves

 

*ESD: Electrostatic Discharge.

Perform the repair in a ventilated area and watch out for burns and other injuries.

Have your data backed up safely and ensure the device is turned off.

Before beginning any repair, make sure your battery is fully discharged.

Starting off, make sure to remove the SIM tray using SIM ejector pin.

*Disassembling with the SIM tray still inserted may damage the device.

We’re all set! Shall we start disassembling?

 

Back glass

Place Heating bag in the microwave and heat it properly following Heating bag's instruction

*Do not let the temperature of the Heating bag exceed 65˚C. It is recommended that you use a thermometer

to properly measure and limit the temperature.

*Make sure the microwave turntable spins freely so that Heating bag does not get stuck.

*When handling a heated Heating bag, always wear safety gloves and be careful of burns.

Never place a phone or tablet device directly into the microwave to heat it.

To disassemble Back glass, follow 3 steps on all 4 edges of the back of the device.

*Sequence shortened. Actual steps may vary.

    Step. 1 Apply Heating bag on the left edge of Back glass.

    Step. 2 Attach Suction cup to the heated edge.

*Recommended safety equipment: safety glasses, ESD-safe gloves, mask.

    Step. 3 Use Opening pick to create a gap between Back glass and Screen module.

*In order not to damage the product when removing Back glass, insert only the tip of Opening pick and never insert it all the way in.

*When dealing with broken glass, fully equip yourself with protective gear including safety glasses, ESD-safe gloves, and mask to prevent injuries.

Repeat the 3 steps for the top, right, and bottom edges respectively.

Gently lift to remove Back glass using Suction cup.

Remove Internal metal plate & Back glass adhesive tape using ESD-safe tweezers.

Internal metal plate / Back glass adhesive tape

*When assembling, use a new adhesive and metal plate.

Once the Back glass adhesive tape is removed, the Camera deco part gets separated by itself.

Camera deco.

Back glass for S21 Series.

*In the case of the Samsung Galaxy S21, Camera deco will not come off even after the adhesive is softened and removed.

Remove two 3rd microphone hole tapes from Camera deco and the device using ESD-safe tweezers.

3rd microphone hole tape.

 

Wireless charging module

Check the points where the connectors are connected.

NFC connector / UWB connector

*The locations of ports and connectors vary by device.

Disconnect each of them using Opening tool.

NFC connector / UWB connector

Check the 9 points where the Screws are located.

*The locations of ports and connectors vary by device.

Remove all Screws using a Screw driver PH0.

Screw 3427

*Use only high-quality screwdrivers when servicing products. Low-quality screwdrivers can easily damage the heads of screws.

*When assembling, use new screws.

and remove Wireless charging module using Round tip metal tweezers.

Wireless charging module.

 

Charging port

Now check the points where the connectors are connected.

*The locations of ports and connectors vary by device.

Disconnect connectors from the Main board using Opening tool.

Separate the Antenna cable.

Antenna cable.

Separate the Main cable.

Main cable.

Main cable / Antenna cable

Check the 3 points where the Screws are located.

*The locations of ports and connectors vary by device.

Remove all Screws using Screw driver PH0.

*Use only high-quality screwdrivers when servicing products. Low-quality screwdrivers can easily damage the heads of screws.

*When assembling, use new screws.

Screw 3428

and lift Charging port away from assembly using tweezers.

Charging port for s21 series.

S21 / S21+ / S21 Ultra

*Always use Samsung-authorised genuine parts. Third-party replacement parts may not function properly.

 

Top piece

Check the points where the connectors are connected.

*The locations of ports and connectors vary by device.

Disconnect connectors from the Main board using Opening tool.

Check the 4 points where the Screws are located.

*The locations of ports and connectors vary by device.

Remove all Screws using a Screw driver PH0.

Screw 3427

Be careful not to put your fingertips or foreign objects on the rear camera.

Remove Top piece of rear assembly using Round tip metal tweezers.

Top piece.

 

Main board

Check the points where the Screw and connector are connected

*The locations of ports and connectors vary by device.

Disconnect Front camera connector from Main board and remove a Screw

 

Main board

Lift Main board away from the front assembly

*The Main board can only be replaced at a Samsung authorised repair store. Please contact Samsung for additional support.

Main board

 

 

Front camera

Check where the Front camera module is located.

Apply Heating bag on the back of Front camera module after heating it correctly.

*Follow the instructions for the Heating bag in order to avoid damaging the device through excessive heat.

*Do not place the device directly into a microwave.

Remove resin bonding between the Front camera and the Screen module using a SIM ejector pin.

Resin.

Lift up and remove the Front camera.

Front camera

You’re now set to replace the Screen! 

Samsung genuine part – Screen

• Screen kit
• Screw 3428
• Screw 3427
• Back glass adhesive tape
• Front camera adhesive tape
• Internal metal plate
• 3rd microphone hole tape
  
  

*Always use Samsung-authorised genuine parts. Third-party replacement parts may not function properly.

Front camera

Remove sponge using Round tip metal tweezers.

Sponge.

Front camera adhesive tape.

Attach new Front camera adhesive tape using Round tip metal tweezers.

Do not let the adhesive come into contact with dust or contaminants.

Insert Front camera.

and ensure the Front camera is aligned correctly against the camera hole on the screen.

*Make sure the Front camera hole is free of contaminants including adhesive tape residues before reassembling.

 

Main board

Check the Main board’s location.

*The locations of ports and connectors vary by device.

Assemble the Main board.

Main board

*Be careful not to touch the lens during this process.

Connect the Front camera cable.

Check the screw’s location and fasten it.

Screw 3427

*The locations of ports and connectors vary by device.

 

Top piece

Check the 4 points where the Screws are located.

*The locations of ports and connectors vary by device.

Attach the Top piece and fasten the Screws.

Screw 3427

Check the points where the cables are connected.

*The locations of ports and connectors vary by device.

Connect the connectors.

 

Charging port

Assemble the Charging port.

*The locations of ports and connectors vary by device.

Charging port

and fasten 3 screws.

Screw 3428

Check the points where the cables are connected.

*The locations of ports and connectors vary by device.

Connect the Main cable.

Main cable.

Connect the Antenna cable.

Antenna cable.

Now check the points where the connectors are connected.

*The locations of ports and connectors vary by device.

Connect all connectors.

Press down on it in its position until you hear a locking sound.

 

Wireless charging module

Put the Wireless charging module back to its original position.

Press down the upper part of Wireless charging module.

Check the 9 points where the Screws are located.

*The locations of ports and connectors vary by device.

Fasten screws.

Screw 3427

Connect the NFC and UWB connectors.

Press down on it in its position until you hear a locking sound.

 

Back glass

Attach the Camera deco so that it fits the form.

Make sure there is no space between Back glass and Camera deco.

Back glass adhesive tape.

Attach new Back glass adhesive tape.

Internal metal plate.

Attach new Internal metal plate.

3rd microphone hole tape.

Attach new 3rd microphone hole tape.

Remove all of the release films.

Gently press down all edges so that Back glass is tightly clasped.

*IPXX performance cannot be guaranteed when it is repaired by user or non-skilled person.

Another way to prolong the life of your devices.

*Simulated for illustrative purposes. For comprehensive technical instructions, please refer to the lastest version of the self-repair manual.

*Sequence shortened. Actual steps may vary.

 

Galaxy 21 Ultra Self-Repair

 

*Damage to the product caused by an attempt to repair the product by any person other than a Samsung-certified service provider may not be covered by the warranty.

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