DIY Guide: How to Replace the Back Cover on Samsung Galaxy A8

Duration: 45 minutes
Steps: 5 Steps

Get ready to breathe new life into your Galaxy A8 by replacing the back cover. Keep in mind that opening your phone will compromise the waterproof seals. To keep your device waterproof, you’ll need to replace the adhesive gaskets. If you don’t, your phone will still work just fine, but it won’t be waterproof anymore. You’ll likely need some replacement adhesive to secure the back cover in place. If you need help or want a pro to handle it, you can always schedule a repair.

Step 1

– First things first, let’s power down your phone. Safety first, right?

– Grab your trusty iOpener or a hair dryer to help loosen up that stubborn adhesive on the back of the A8.

– Take a look at the photo; the adhesive is lined around the edge of the back cover, highlighted in red. Let’s get it all nice and soft!

Step 2

– Grab your trusty suction cup and use it to carefully lift the back cover, then slip an opening pick into the gap you’ve created – you’re making great progress!

– Now, start in the middle and gently cut through the adhesive while keeping a firm grip on the suction cup, you’re doing fantastic! If you need help, you can always schedule a repair

Step 3

– Let’s loosen up this back cover! Gently wiggle your pick around each corner, leaving one in place at each to keep it from closing up on you. Do this for all 4 corners, like a cool little dance party for your phone!

– Hey, be mindful of that fingerprint reader connector when you’re opening things up. It’s a delicate little thing. Follow the next step to disconnect it safely, and you’ll be golden.

Step 4

– Gently detach the fingerprint reader using tweezers.

Step 5

– Pop off the back cover like it’s the lid of a treasure chest!

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