DIY Guide to Replace Galaxy S8 Plus Rear Camera
Duration: 45 min.
Steps: 20 Steps
In this handy guide, we’ll walk you through the steps to swap out that pesky rear camera on your Galaxy S8 Plus. If your camera is acting up, making your photos look like a blurry mess, or just won’t focus, it’s time for a little DIY magic. Don’t worry, you’ve got this! And if you find yourself in a jam, remember you can always schedule a repair.
Step 1
– First things first, let’s power down your device! Just press and hold that power button until you see the ‘Power off’ option pop up like a friendly ghost.
– Now, give it a gentle tap with your finger to confirm you really want to shut down your Galaxy S8 Plus. Sit tight and watch the screen fade to black like a dramatic movie ending!
Step 2
This step might take a little while, so hang tight! You might need to warm up that rear glass or the glue a few more times before it finally decides to let go.
If you’re having trouble finding a spot to wedge your tool in, grab a suction cup and give that glass a gentle lift. You’ve got this!
– The back cover is really stuck to the chassis. Let’s warm it up a bit! Use some hot air to gently heat the device evenly and soften that stubborn glue.
– Once you’ve got it nice and toasty, grab a flat, blunt tool and carefully try to lift the rear glass. It’s a good idea to start at a loose spot where you can slide in your first pick. Then just take your time and work your way around the device, step by step.
Step 3
– Once you’ve popped off the back cover, gently lift it away and use your trusty spudger to disconnect the fingerprint sensor. You’re doing great!
– Now that the sensor is free, feel free to completely remove the back cover and set it aside. Onward and upward!
Step 4
11 × 3,8 mm Phillips Schraube
– First, let’s tackle those screws holding the upper cover to the display. Time to unscrew and get things moving!
– Next up, the cover is snugly latched onto the case. Grab a flat tool and gently slide it under the latches to release them. You’re doing great!
– Now, let’s say goodbye to the antenna. It’s time to remove it and make some space!
Step 5
– With your trusty spudger in hand, gently pry away the battery connection from the motherboard. You’ve got this!
Step 6
4 × 3,8 mm Phillips Schraube
– Let’s get this party started! First, carefully remove the screws holding the speaker to the display.
– Now, grab a handy flat tool (tweezers work great!) and gently pry the speaker loose. Piece of cake!
Step 7
– Grab your trusty SIM tool and pop that SIM card tray out of your device! Once it’s out, just gently pull the tray out with your fingers. Easy peasy!
Step 8
Volume & Standby Buttons
Frontcamera & Sensor
Display
Antenna
Be super careful when disconnecting those antenna cables! We don’t want to accidentally mess up the motherboard’s contacts. Take your time and handle with care!
– With your trusty spudger in hand, gently disconnect the highlighted contacts from the logic board. You’ve got this!
Step 9
– Gently pop the front camera and sensor out of the chassis, and then take them out with care.
Step 10
Hey there! Just a heads up: there’s a tiny plastic pin chilling in the SIM tray opening. Make sure it stays put and doesn’t decide to go on an adventure!
– Carefully lift out the motherboard, being mindful not to snag it on any connectors you’ve already disconnected. We want to keep everything smooth sailing!
– The USB port is still hanging out at the back of the board. Once you’ve lifted the board, grab your trusty spudger to disconnect this little buddy.
– Now, set the board down in a safe spot where it can chill out until you’re ready for the next step.
Step 11
– First things first, let’s disconnect the rear camera’s connector from the motherboard’s bottom. It’s like a little dance move, just a gentle push!
– The camera might be feeling a bit clingy since it’s lightly glued to the board. So, with a little care, use your finger to nudge it out. You got this!
– Now, go ahead and remove the camera like a pro!
Step 12
Be sure to keep those camera lenses squeaky clean—no fingerprints or smudges allowed! Let’s keep your shots crystal clear!
– Gently pop the new camera into its cozy spot on the board, giving it a little nudge to settle in.
– Make sure to connect the camera’s contact to the motherboard for a smooth operation.
Step 13
– First, plug in that USB connector on the back of the board like a pro!
– Next, gently slide the board back into its cozy enclosure. Just be sure that no cables or connectors are getting trapped underneath—nobody likes a tangled mess!
Step 14
Volume & Standby Buttons
Display
Antenna
– Now, let’s reconnect those highlighted contacts to the board and get things back in action!
Step 15
– Alright, champ! Slide that SIM tray back in its home. Make sure it’s snug as a bug in a rug!
Step 16
– Gently place the front camera and sensor into the snug little opening at the top of the enclosure. Give it a little push until you hear that satisfying click, letting you know it’s all set in place!
Step 17
4 × 3,8 mm Phillips Schraube
– Now put the speaker at the lower end of the enclosure.
– Press it gently with your fingers until it clicks into place in the enclosure.
– Then reinsert the marked screws.
Step 18
– Attach the battery to the motherboard. Firmly press the connector onto the motherboard connection until you hear a satisfying click, indicating it’s secure.
Step 19
11 × 3,8 mm Phillips Schraube
– Gently place the cover with the antenna back into the enclosure after securing it to the top.
– Next, give the cover a little press with your fingers until you hear that satisfying click all around.
– Now, it’s time to tighten those Phillips screws!
Step 20
Give your device a little warm-up session using some hot air, then weigh it down with a couple of books to help that glue get cozy and stick like it’s meant to! If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
– Gently place the back cover back where it belongs, just like a puzzle piece fitting perfectly into place.
– Reconnect that fingerprint sensor like you’re reuniting with an old friend.
– Give the back cover a good press all around so the glue can do its magic and hold everything together.
