Samsung Galaxy S6 Active Front Camera Replacement
Duration: 45 minutes
Steps: 20 Steps
Ready to swap out that front camera lens? This guide walks you through the process step-by-step. Keep it friendly, keep it straightforward—soon your phone will be snapping pics like new. If you hit a snag, remember you can always schedule a repair for extra help.
Step 1
- Slide your fingernail or a plastic opening tool into the pivot point on the side of the SIM tray.
- Gently pop the tray open to free it from its socket.
Step 2
- Gently eject the SIM tray along with your SIM card from the phone. If you're feeling stuck, remember, if you need a pro to lend a hand, you can always schedule a repair.
Step 3
If you're using an iOpener, warm it up in the microwave for about thirty seconds. It’ll be nice and pliable, making your repair smoother and easier. Just be careful not to overheat it—nobody wants a hot mess! If you need a hand with any part of the process, you can always schedule a repair.
- Warm up the front of your phone (sides, top, bottom) with an iOpener, hair dryer, or heat gun for about 60 seconds. This will help loosen up the adhesive around the glass edges so it’s easier to remove. Don’t rush it, a little heat goes a long way!
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Step 4
- Place a suction cup on the bottom part of the screen to get a good grip.
Step 5
Go easy on the display—yanking it could snap something important. If it's stubborn, revisit Step 3 and let the iOpener hang out a bit longer.
- Grab that suction cup and give the lower half of the panel a gentle tug.
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Step 6
- Now that you've created a nice little gap, grab a plastic tool and gently slide it in at the bottom, right between the glass and the phone's frame.
- Move the tool carefully around the screen, prying it gently away from the body of the phone. Take it slow, and don’t rush this part!
Step 7
Gently lift just the lower part of the screen—it's clipped to the top of the motherboard and could pop off if you get too enthusiastic.
- Grab that trusty suction cup and gently pull the bottom half of the screen while holding down the phone's frame. This will help you separate those two components like a pro!
Step 8
- Once the glass is off, you'll spot a little clip guarding the screen connection up top. Grab your tweezers, pinch the clip on its side crease, and give it a gentle pull—out it comes!
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Step 9
- Use a plastic tool to carefully disconnect the screen. You've got this!
Step 10
- Carefully take off the display assembly, which includes the LCD and Digitizer, like a pro.
Step 11
- Grab your trusty Phillips Head Screwdriver (size PH000) and get ready to tackle those sixteen 4mm screws on the frame. Once they're all unscrewed, you'll be one step closer to success!
Step 12
You’ll notice the clips gradually detaching and undoing themselves. Just a friendly heads-up—this is part of the process, so stay patient and keep going. If you need a hand, remember you can always schedule a repair with Salvation Repair.
- Apply gentle pressure around the edges—top, bottom, and sides—to help loosen the rear case. Keep it steady and patient as you work your way around. If you need a hand, you can always schedule a repair.
Step 13
- After all the clips have snapped free, gently pull the rear case away from the frame holding the battery.
- You'll find the battery attached to the back side of this frame.
Step 14
- Slide a plastic opening tool along the edge of the frame and gently pop out the battery.
Step 15
- Gently pop the battery out of its cozy home in the frame.
Step 16
There are three connections that need to be taken out. Just a heads-up: these are the main links holding things together, so be gentle and methodical as you go. If you need a hand, you can always schedule a repair to get professional help.
- Grab your trusty plastic tool and gently pop off all the motherboard connections like a pro.
Step 17
- Take the flat end of your spudger and gently slide it under the motherboard. Give it a little twist to lift the board up and free it from its cozy spot.
Step 18
- Carefully lift the motherboard out of the rear case to give it some fresh air.
Step 19
- The front camera is attached to the back of the motherboard. Flip the motherboard over and gently use a plastic opening tool to disconnect the front camera from its connector.
Step 20
- Grab your trusty tweezers and gently lift the front camera away from the motherboard. It's like pulling off a band-aid—steady and smooth!
