DIY Guide to Replace Vibration Motor in Galaxy S10
Duration: about an hour to an hour and a half
Steps: 18 Steps
Ready to tackle the task of swapping out that shaky vibration motor in your phone? This handy photo guide will walk you through each step with ease. First things first, you’ll need to remove the glass back cover of your Galaxy S10 to get to the motor. Just a heads up, it’s a bit tricky since it’s glued on tight and quite delicate. Wishing you all the best with your vibration motor replacement! If our guide has been helpful, we’d love to hear your positive feedback. And remember, if you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
Step 2
Keep your device safe from pesky scratches by laying it down on a clean, soft surface. It’s a simple step that goes a long way!
– To kick things off, flip your Galaxy S10 over so that the display is facing down. Let’s get started!
Tools Used
- heat gun to heat parts that are glued on so they’re easier to remove.
In most cases, you can also use a hairdryer.” rel=”noopener”>Heat gun
Step 3
Heads up! Once you pop open your Galaxy S10, it waves goodbye to its waterproof charm, and the warranty for dust and splash protection takes a hike too!
– Grab a suction cup and place it at the bottom of the back cover, then gently pull it upwards to create a snug little gap between the back cover and the housing frame.
– Next, take a flat, sturdy tool and slide it into that gap you just made. Give it a little push upwards to widen the gap even more. The iFlex is a great buddy for this job!
Tools Used
- screen and the frame. The practical iFlex is made of stainless steel and sits comfortably in the hand. This makes it the perfect assistant for every smartphone repair.” rel=”noopener”>iFlex Opening Tool
- VAKUPLASTIC Suction Cup
Step 4
– Grab a flat plastic tool and gently work your way around the edge of the housing, piece by piece. We like to use the iPlastix for this job.
Be careful not to plunge your tool too deep, or you might accidentally poke something sensitive under the back cover. Keep it light and breezy!
The iFlex is crafted from sleek, durable metal, making it a breeze to slide into the gap between the back cover and the case frame. Just a heads up, those sharp edges might be a little too eager and could scratch the frame. So, while the iFlex is great for getting started, we suggest switching to the iPlastix, which is made of flexible plastic, for the rest of your repair journey. Keep it smooth and scratch-free!
Tools Used
- Flat Picks
- battery? Then the iPlastix with its large blade will help you. The practical assistant is made of flexible, especially sturdy plastic and lies comfortably in the hand. Thanks to its design, you can even get into smaller gaps, for example to lift the screen or to prevent it from sticking together again.” rel=”noopener”>iPlastix Opening Tool
Step 5
8 × 3,9 mm Phillips
– First, grab your trusty Phillips screwdriver and unscrew those screws holding the plastic cover tight. You’ve got this!
– Next up, slide a flat tool underneath the glued coil to gently loosen it. A steel spatula works wonders here!
– Now, it’s time to leverage that plastic cover! Use a plastic spudger to pry it off from the top edge of the display unit. You’re doing great!
– Finally, go ahead and lift off the cover along with the coil and the NFC antenna. You’re almost there!
Step 6
Battery connector
When you’re prying things open, make sure to work from the side that’s free of those tiny components on the mainboard. This way, you’ll keep those capacitors and ICs safe and sound!
– Gently pry the battery connector away from the mainboard using your trusty spudger. You’ve got this!
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Step 7
7 × 3,9 mm Phillips
Look for a tiny triangle marking the spot where you can slide your tool in. It’s like a little treasure map, guiding you to the opening!
Step 8
Camera connector
To keep your PCB components safe and sound, always pry from the side where there are no components hanging out. Your careful approach will help you avoid any mishaps!
– Grab your trusty spudger and gently pop the front camera connector off the mainboard. You’ve got this!
– Now, with a pair of tweezers, carefully lift out the camera from its cozy little spot. Easy peasy!
Step 9
3 × 3,7 mm Phillips
Headphone connector
Display connector
– First up, gently pop off both the display connector and the headphone jack from the mainboard using your trusty spudger. Take it easy, we’re just getting started!
– Next, let’s tackle those three Phillips screws that are keeping the board snugly attached to the display unit. Unscrew them with care and keep that momentum going!
Step 10
Be gentle with that side featuring the golden contacts; they’re a bit delicate and can easily get damaged. Keep it cool and take your time!
– The vibration motor is snugly attached to the enclosure with some glue. Gently work your tool between the enclosure and the motor to free it up. Take your time and be careful!
Step 11
– Nestle that vibration motor snugly into the little round spot on the side of the case.
– Give it a gentle but firm press with your fingers to make sure it stays put.
Step 12
– Grab that mainboard and gently nestle it back into the display unit of your Galaxy S10.
– Position the mainboard at the lower edge of the display unit and give the charger socket a little nudge to fit it back into its cozy spot.
– Next, press down on the mainboard to ensure it’s snug and secure.
– Pop the headphone jack into its designated spot on the lower part of the board, giving it a gentle push until it clicks into place.
– Finally, slide the SIM tray back into the frame of the display unit like a pro.
Display connector
Headphone connector
3 × 3,7 mm Phillips
Before you pop that mainboard back in, give those connectors a little bend to the side so we don’t end up squishing any flex cables. We’re all about keeping things comfy in there!
If it’s not sliding in like it should, take a moment to double-check the position of the mainboard. A little adjustment might just do the trick!
Step 13
Camera connector
Keep that camera lens sparkling clean and don’t forget to peel off any protective films from the display unit. We want everything to shine bright!
– Gently tuck the front camera back into its cozy spot at the top of the display unit.
– Give the camera a little push down, then connect its connector like a pro.
Tools Used
Step 14
7 × 3,9 mm Phillips
Ensure it’s snugly attached to the bottom edge of the display unit. You’ve got this!
– Place the speaker back over the charging port and give it a gentle press down.
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Step 16
8 × 3,9 mm Phillips
– First, let’s get that plastic cover back on your Galaxy S10! Start by hooking it into the top of the display unit.
– Next, give it a gentle press with your fingers until you hear that satisfying snap as it locks into place.
– Finally, secure the plastic cover with those 8 Phillips screws, and you’ll be all set!
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Step 17
Before you seal up your device, give it a little test drive! Make sure to check out the functionality of the component you just swapped out. It’s always good to ensure everything is running smoothly before you put that back cover on!
– Fire up your device and dive into Samsung’s secret test mode. It’s like a backstage pass!
– To unlock the magic, just press this combo: *#0*#.
– Once you’re in, follow the prompts in the test menu to check out your display, cameras, and sensors. Let’s make sure everything’s working like a charm!
Step 18
If the adhesive frame around your back cover is looking a bit worse for wear, it’s time to gently clean off that old adhesive residue and stick on a shiny new frame. If your back cover’s adhesive frame is still holding strong, you’re all set to reattach it without any fuss!
– Carefully place the back cover back where it belongs.
– Now, give it a gentle press all over so the adhesive can stick like it means it!
Tools Used
- heat gun to heat parts that are glued on so they’re easier to remove.
In most cases, you can also use a hairdryer.” rel=”noopener”>Heat gun
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