Galaxy S10 – Replace the headphone jack
Duration: around 60 minutes of your time
Steps: 13 Steps
If your headset mic has decided to take a vacation, it might be time to swap out the headphone jack on your Galaxy S10. Don't worry, we've got your back with a clear and concise step-by-step guide in this photo tutorial. To get to the headphone jack, you'll first need to carefully remove the stubborn glass back cover. Just a heads up, it can be a bit tricky, so we've labeled this repair as difficult. We wish you all the best on your DIY adventure! If you find our guide helpful, we'd love to hear your feedback. And remember, if you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
Step 1
- Press and hold the Power button until you see the 'Switch off' option pop up on your screen.
- Tap on 'Switch off' with your finger and hang tight until the screen goes dark.
Step 2
Keep your screen looking sharp and scratch-free by laying your device on a nice, soft surface. It's a simple way to show your gadget some love!
- First, flip your Galaxy S10 over so the screen is facing down. Let's get started on this repair adventure!
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Step 3
Heads up! Once you pop open your Galaxy S10, it waves goodbye to its waterproof abilities, and the warranty for keeping out dust and splashes takes a hike. So, let’s be careful and keep it safe!
- Grab a suction cup and pop it right at the bottom of the back cover, then give it a gentle pull upwards. This will create a nice little gap between the back cover and the housing frame.
- Now, take a flat, sturdy tool and slide it into that gap you just made. Give it a little push to widen the gap by nudging the back cover upwards. The iFlex is a great tool for this job!
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Step 4
- Grab a flat plastic tool and carefully work your way around the edge of the housing, piece by piece. We recommend using the iPlastix for this task. If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
Be careful not to poke your tool in too deep—let's keep everything under that back cover safe and sound!
The iFlex is crafted from sleek, tough metal, which makes it a breeze to slide into the gap between the back cover and the case frame. Just a heads up, though: those sharp edges can be a bit mischievous and might scratch the frame. So, we suggest starting with the iFlex and then switching over to the iPlastix, which is made of flexible plastic, as soon as you can. Happy repairing!
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Step 5
Battery connector
When you're prying things open, make sure to work from the side without tiny components on the mainboard. This little trick helps you dodge any mishaps with capacitors or ICs, keeping your device happy and healthy!
- Gently pry the battery connector away from the mainboard using your trusty spudger. You've got this!
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Step 6
7 × 3,9 mm Phillips
Look for the tiny triangle marking the spot where you can slide in your tool. It's your secret entrance to the repair adventure!
- First, grab your trusty screwdriver and loosen those 7 Phillips screws that keep the speaker snug in its spot.
- Next, gently pry the speaker out from the display unit using a spudger or some tweezers. You've got this!
Step 7
Headphone connector
- First things first, let's disconnect that headphone jack connector from the motherboard. Grab your trusty spudger and gently pry it loose.
- Now, give the side of the jack a little nudge to pop it free, and then carefully lift it out of the case.
Step 8
Headphone connector
- Pop in that audio jack and give it a little push until you hear that satisfying click! It's like a high-five for your device.
- Now, let's reconnect that connector like old pals reuniting. You've got this!
Step 9
7 × 3,9 mm Phillips
Ensure it's snugly attached to the bottom edge of the display unit. You've got this!
- Gently place the speaker back above the charging port and give it a little press down to secure it in place.
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Step 10
Battery connector
- Time to connect that battery connector on the mainboard! Just give it a gentle press until you hear that satisfying click. You're doing great!
Step 11
8 × 3,9 mm Phillips
- Start by gently placing the plastic cover back onto your Galaxy S10, making sure to hook it into the top of the display unit.
- Next, give the cover a good press with your fingers until you hear that satisfying snap as it clicks into place.
- Finally, secure the plastic cover with the 8 Phillips screws, and you're all set!
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Step 12
Before you seal up that back cover, give your device a quick test drive! Make sure to check out the functionality of the component you just swapped out. It's like a little victory lap for your repair skills!
- Fire up your device and dive into Samsung's built-in test mode!
- Just hit this magic combo: *#0*#
- Once you're in the test menu, follow the prompts to check out the display, cameras, and sensors. You've got this!
Step 13
- Gently place the back cover back where it belongs, just like tucking in a cozy blanket.
- Now, give it a good press all over to help the adhesive do its magic and stick together nicely!
If the adhesive frame around the edge of your back cover is giving up the ghost, don't fret! Just take a moment to gently clean off that old adhesive residue and stick on a fresh new frame. If your back cover's adhesive frame is still holding strong, you can simply pop it back on without any fuss. Remember, if you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
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