Galaxy A53 – Replacing the screen
Duration: 120 min.
Steps: 36 Steps
If your screen's glass is looking like a spider web, don't panic! Just grab some parcel tape and give it a good wrap before diving into the repair. It'll keep you safe from any sharp surprises while you work.
Now it's time to swap out that screen! In this awesome photo guide, we'll walk you through each step to make it a breeze.
Step 1
Before you roll up your sleeves and dive into the repair, give our checklist a whirl to test the basic functions of your Galaxy A53 5G. This way, you can easily check later if everything is working like a charm after your handy work!
- Give that side and volume down button a good press and hold together for a few seconds.
- Once the menu pops up, just tap on 'Power off' and let the magic happen.
Step 2
The back cover is stuck on there pretty well! Give it some love with a heat gun or a trusty hair dryer to warm it up just right.
- Warm up the edge of the back cover by gliding your hot air tool evenly along it.
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Step 3
If you're looking for a smoother way to lift that back cover, consider giving the iSclack a try! It takes a bit less elbow grease than the suction cup, making your repair journey a little easier.
- Stick a suction cup on the lower edge of the back cover and give it a gentle tug upwards to create a little opening.
- While you're at it, slide a flat tool into that opening between the back cover and the screen unit.
Step 4
- Run your tool all the way around the edge of the back cover to gently loosen it piece by piece.
- Once it's free, set that back cover aside and give yourself a pat on the back!
Hey there! Just a friendly reminder: when you're working on that camera module, keep your tool's journey short and sweet. A hard plastic pick is your best buddy here!
To keep that back cover from getting too cozy with the glue again, we suggest sliding in some flat plastic picks at regular intervals. It's like giving your phone a little breathing room while you work!
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Step 5
8 × 3.8 mm Phillips
To keep your shiny new screen safe from scratches during your repair adventure, grab a magnetic pad or any handy screw storage solution. A tidy and flat workspace is your best friend here—let's keep those screws and parts organized!
- Unscrew those eight Phillips screws from the board cover and stash them safely in your screw storage. You've got this!
Step 6
Look for the little arrow and notch on the component; they’re like your tool’s GPS, guiding you to the perfect spot for a smooth operation!
- Gently pry the board cover away from the screen unit. We suggest using the sharp end of an ESD spudger for this task.
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Step 7
Hey there, repair champ! Just a quick tip: to keep any pesky short circuits at bay while you're working your magic, make sure to disconnect that battery as soon as you can!
- Gently wiggle that orange battery connector free from the motherboard using your trusty spudger.
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Step 8
7 × 3.8 mm Phillips
- Unscrew the seven Phillips screws that are keeping the speaker snug in its spot.
- Gently pry the speaker out of its slot using a spudger, and give it a little rest on the side.
Step 9
The connecting cable is like the highway between your USB and motherboard, featuring three connectors in total. One of these connectors is buddies with the screen cable!
- Gently nudge apart the three connectors of the connecting cable using your trusty spudger.
- Set that liberated cable aside for now.
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Step 10
- Give that battery a warm hug by running your hot air tool along the edge of the case and its buddy spot on the screen. It’s all about teamwork!
Hey there! Just a quick heads-up: when you're warming up that battery, keep it cool and avoid direct heat! Instead, give some love to the edges of the case or the side of the screen glass. Your battery will thank you!
The A53 5G battery is really stuck in there! To safely loosen it up, give that glue a warm-up session first. A little heat goes a long way!
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Step 11
To give that battery a little wiggle and set it free, slide the iPlastix under it and use a gentle cutting motion. You'll be on your way to a smooth battery removal in no time!
- Position a battery spudger at the lower edge of the battery and gently lift it upwards, like you're giving it a little boost!
- Carefully take out the battery from your device, it's time for a little break!
- Slide the flat iPlastix under the battery where you lifted it, and gradually detach the battery from the bottom of the screen unit. Take your time, it's a delicate dance!
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Step 12
- Use a spudger to carefully detach the front camera from the motherboard.
- Once it's free, gently lift the camera out of its holder with tweezers and set it aside.
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Step 13
Hey there! Just a friendly tip: when it comes to your device, especially the motherboard, stick to using ESD-certified tweezers. They’re your best pals in keeping things safe and sound!
To gently part those tiny metal plugs of the antenna cables, grab your trusty tweezers! They're perfect for the job.
- Gently wiggle the two metal connectors of the antenna cables free from the USB and motherboard. You've got this!
- Carefully pull those disconnected cables out of the guide along the edge of the case, one at a time. Easy peasy!
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Step 14
1 × 3.3 mm Phillips
Take it easy when you're lifting out the motherboard—let's not give that main camera any unnecessary bumps along the way!
- Loosen that single Phillips screw holding the board in place like a champ!
- Next, grab your spudger and gently work your magic to lift that board out of the device. You've got this!
Step 15
The vibration motor is a bit clingy! To help it break free, give it a gentle warm-up with some hot air before you try to remove it. A little heat can make a big difference!
- Gently lift the vibration motor out of its cozy spot by sliding a pair of tweezers underneath it. It's like giving it a little nudge to say, 'Time to come out!'
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Step 16
The screen cable is a bit of a sticky buddy! To help it part ways more easily, give it a quick warm-up with some hot air. A little heat can work wonders!
- Carefully detach the screen cable from the USB board by sliding an ESD tweezers underneath it. Take your time and let the tweezers do the work!
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Step 17
- Grab your trusty SIM tool and gently press it into that tiny opening on the SIM tray to pop it out of your device's frame.
- Now, give that tray a little tug and pull it all the way out. You're doing great!
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Step 18
2 × 3.3 mm Phillips
When you're pulling out that USB board, just a heads up: be super gentle with the connectors for the fingerprint sensor and screen! If they need a little space, just hold them aside while you work your magic.
- First, unplug the fingerprint sensor from the USB board. Don't forget to give it a gentle nudge!
- Next, unscrew those two Phillips screws that are holding it down—time to set it free!
- Now, carefully lift the board out of your device like you're unwrapping a present.
Step 19
The fingerprint sensor is a little clingy, but no worries! A quick blast of hot air will help loosen it up for an easy removal.
- Gently coax that sensor out of its cozy little home using your ESD tweezers. You've got this!
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Step 20
- Get your replacement screen ready by peeling off all those protective films from the inside. You want that beauty to shine!
- To keep the screen safe from scratches while you work your magic, feel free to leave the film on the glass until you're all done with the repair.
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Step 21
- First, pop that fingerprint sensor into its cozy spot in the new screen unit.
- Give it a gentle press to help the glue reconnect and do its thing!
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Step 22
2 × 3.3 mm Phillips
When you're sliding in that USB board, just a friendly reminder: be gentle with the connectors for the fingerprint sensor and screen! If they need a little breathing room, hold them aside while you work your magic.
- Slide that USB board right into the screen unit. Make sure it sits nice and flat, so the charging jack fits snugly into the edge of the case.
- Secure it in place with those two Phillips screws—you're almost there!
- Now, gently connect the fingerprint sensor. You're doing a great job!
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Step 23
Hey there! Just a little nudge: when you're sliding in that SIM tray, make sure it's facing the right way! It's all about getting it snug and secure.
- Pop that SIM tray back in! You should hear and feel it click snugly into place.
Step 24
- Press the screen cable back onto the USB board, making sure it sits snugly in its metal guide. This way, it won't decide to take a little vacation and come loose again!
Step 25
- Nestle the vibration motor back into its cozy little guide and give it a gentle press. You're doing great!
Step 26
1 × 3.3 mm Phillips
Hey there, repair superstar! Just a friendly reminder: when you're sliding that motherboard back in, be super gentle around the main camera. We want to keep it safe and sound!
- Carefully place the board back into your device, ensuring it's sitting nice and level all around.
- Secure it with that one trusty Phillips screw.
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Step 27
To ensure both cables are snug and secure, kick things off by plugging in the white cable first. It's like giving your device a warm hug!
- Gently press that little metal connector onto the motherboard until you hear it click into place—it's like a high-five for your device!
- Slide the cable back into its cozy spot in the edge of the case.
- Next up, give a little push to the second connector on the USB board as well.
- Don't forget to do the same with the black antenna cable. You're doing awesome!
Step 28
- Carefully slide the front camera back into its cozy little guide and give it a nice firm press to secure it in place.
- Reconnect that camera to the motherboard like a pro!
Step 29
- Nestle the battery back into its cozy little guide and give it a firm press. The leftover glue on the back of the battery is usually just the right amount to keep it securely in place.
Step 30
Those cable labels are your new best friends! They'll help you get everything lined up just right when you're putting your device back together.
- Line up that connecting cable and snugly attach its three connectors to both the USB and the motherboard. You're almost there!
Step 31
7 × 3.8 mm Phillips
Ensure that your new speaker is sitting nice and level all around. Those little plastic lugs should fit snugly into the edge of the case—just like a puzzle piece finding its home!
- Carefully place the speaker back in its original spot, just like it never left!
- Now, secure it in place with those seven Phillips screws. You're nailing this!
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Step 32
Hey there, repair buddy! Just a little tip: try to connect that battery at the very end of your project to keep any sneaky short circuits from crashing the party!
- Gently press the battery connector onto the motherboard to reconnect it. You got this!
Step 33
8 × 3.8 mm Phillips
Make sure those plastic lugs on the board cover snugly fit into the case frame! If they're feeling a bit shy, your motherboard might not lay flat like it should. Let's keep everything aligned for a smooth ride!
- Carefully place the board cover back onto the motherboard, making sure it fits snugly.
- Secure that cover down with the eight Phillips screws, and you're all set!
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Step 34
Now's the perfect time to give that shiny new screen a little test drive along with the other basic features! Don't forget to check out our handy checklist and the internal Samsung test menu by dialing *#0*#. It's like a mini celebration for your device!
- Fire up your Galaxy once more!
- Give that touch function a whirl by sliding an app across the screen.
Step 35
If your adhesive frame is still in tip-top shape, you're all set—no need for a new one! But if it's looking a bit worse for wear or isn't sticking like it used to, it's time to treat your device to a fresh adhesive frame. Keep it snug and secure!
- Get that new adhesive frame lined up perfectly with the back cover. Those cutouts in the film are your trusty guides!
- Peel away the carrier film from the bottom of the adhesive frame and stick it onto the edge of the back cover with a firm press.
- Now, gently remove the last of the protective films from the top of the adhesive frame. You're almost there!
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Step 36
Give that back cover some extra love by running hot air along its edges one more time—this will help the glue stick like a champ! If you want to make sure it stays put, feel free to stack some books on top for a few minutes. You're doing great!
- Wrap up your Galaxy A53 repair by gently pressing that back cover back onto the screen unit. It's like giving your phone a cozy hug!
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