How to Replace Samsung Galaxy S6 Active Front Camera Tutorial
Duration: 45 minutes
Steps: 20 Steps
Hey there! Just a friendly reminder to take your time and double-check your work. If you run into any bumps along the way, don’t hesitate to reach out for help. You can always schedule a repair if you need a hand!
Follow this guide to easily take out and swap the front camera lens on your phone. If you run into any bumps along the way, don’t hesitate to schedule a repair for some extra help!
Step 1
– Gently slide your fingernail or a plastic opening tool into the groove on the side of the SIM tray.
– Carefully pry open the tray to release it from the socket.
Step 2
– Time to give your phone some air! Let’s delicately remove the SIM tray along with the SIM card.
Step 3
Pop that iOpener into the microwave for a quick thirty-second warm-up!
– Warm up the front edges (sides, top, bottom) of your phone using an iOpener, a hair dryer, or a heat gun for about 60 seconds to help loosen that pesky adhesive holding the glass in place.
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Step 5
Gently does it! Remember, slow and steady wins the repair race. If you encounter any resistance, just go back a step and let that iOpener work its magic a little longer.
– With your trusty suction cup in hand, give the lower half of the panel a gentle tug.
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Step 7
Gently lift the lower part of the screen. It’s snugly attached with a clip to the top of the motherboard, so be tender to avoid any screen-ripping mishaps.
– Gently use the magical suction cup to charm the lower half of the screen away from the phone’s frame.
Step 8
– Now that the glass is off, take a moment to appreciate your handiwork! Up at the top of the phone, there’s a little clip that’s been keeping the screen connection cozy with the motherboard. Grab your trusty tweezers, give that clip a gentle pinch on its crease, and pull it out like a pro.
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Step 10
– Time to give your device a quick makeover by gently removing the display assembly (LCD and Digitizer)!
Step 11
– Get yourself the Phillips Head Screwdriver sized PH000 and tackle those sixteen 4mm screws holding the frame in place!
Step 12
You’ll hear those clips giving up their grip and popping open!
– Gently press down on the top, bottom, and sides of the phone to help pop off the rear case. You’ve got this!
Step 14
– Gently slide a plastic opening tool along the frame’s edge to release and remove the battery with care.
Step 16
You’ll need to disconnect three connections to keep things moving smoothly.
– Grab your trusty plastic tool and disconnect all those motherboard connections like a pro!
Step 17
– Slide the flat end of the spudger under the motherboard and give it a twist to lift the board.
Step 19
– Get ready to do a little dance with your tech! Attach the front camera to the back of the motherboard like a pro. Now, spin that motherboard around and gently use a plastic tool to disconnect the front camera. You’ve got this!
Step 20
– Grab your trusty tweezers and gently pop that front camera off the motherboard. If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
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