DIY Guide to Replace Galaxy S10 Screen: Step-by-Step Tutorial
Duration: Between half an hour and two hours of hands-on fun!
Steps: 24 Steps
In these handy photo instructions, we’ll guide you through the process of swapping out your Galaxy S10 display all on your own! First things first, you’ll need to carefully remove the back cover. Keep in mind, it’s made of delicate glass and sticks pretty firmly to the display unit, so take your time with it. Since there are quite a few components to tackle, we’ve labeled this repair as a bit tricky. Depending on your replacement display, you might also need to transfer some small parts from the old display unit. Wishing you lots of luck and enjoyment while you replace your display! We’d love to hear your thoughts on this repair guide too. If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
Step 3
Heads up! Once you pop open your Galaxy S10, it’s no longer a water-resistant wonder, and the warranty for dust and splash protection waves goodbye. So, handle with care!
– Grab a suction cup and stick it on the bottom of the back cover. Give it a gentle pull upwards to create a little opening 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 nudge to widen the opening by pushing the back cover up a bit more. The iFlex is perfect for this job!
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Step 4
– Grab a flat plastic tool and carefully slide it around the edges of the housing, section by section. We recommend the iPlastix for this task—it’s a handy little gadget!
Be gentle with your tool—don’t go too deep! We want to keep everything under that back cover safe and sound.
The iFlex is crafted from thin, robust metal that cleverly slips into the gap between the back cover and case frame. Just a heads-up: its sharp edges can scratch that frame if you’re not careful! So, we suggest using the iFlex for an initial pry and then swapping to the iPlastix, which is made of flexible plastic, for the rest of the job. It’s like having the best of both worlds—toughness and safety! And hey, if you ever feel overwhelmed, you can always schedule a repair.
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Step 5
8 × 3,9 mm Phillips
– Start by unscrewing those Phillips screws that are keeping the plastic cover snug as a bug in a rug.
– Next, grab a flat tool and gently slide it under the glued coil to loosen it up. A steel spatula works wonders for this task!
– Now, it’s time to leverage that plastic cover! Use a spudger to gently pry it from the top edge of the display unit.
– Voila! You can now lift off the cover along with the coil and the NFC antenna. Easy peasy!
Step 7
Hey there! Just a quick heads up: avoid blasting your battery with heat and try to keep bending to a minimum while you’re getting it out. We want to keep it safe and sound!
– Warm up that battery with your hot air tool from underneath the display. Just a little heat goes a long way!
– Grab a flat, sturdy tool and gently pry the battery away from its cozy spot. A battery spudger or iSesamo works like a charm!
– Once the battery is all loosened up, carefully lift it out of your Galaxy S10 and set it aside. You’re doing great!
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Step 8
Camera connector
To keep those PCB components safe and sound, always pry from the side that’s clear. It’s like giving them a little extra love!
– Gently pry apart the front camera connector from the mainboard using a spudger. You’ve got this!
– Next, carefully lift the camera out of its housing with tweezers. Easy peasy!
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Step 9
7 × 3,9 mm Phillips
Look for the little triangle marking the spot where you can slide in your tool. It’s like a secret handshake for getting started!
Step 10
3 × 3,7 mm Phillips
Display connector
Headphone connector
– First up, gently detach both the display connector and the headphone jack from the mainboard using your trusty spudger. Take it slow and steady!
– Next, say goodbye to those three Phillips screws holding the board to the display unit. Loosen them with care, and you’re one step closer to your awesome repair!
Step 11
– Gently coax the headphone jack out of the display unit using a steel spatula, like you’re inviting it to join the party!
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Step 12
Already got an earcup on your replacement display? Sweet! Then feel free to breeze past this step.
– Gently wiggle a steel spatula under the earpiece to loosen it up, then grab those tweezers and carefully lift it away. You’ve got this!
Step 13
Hey there! Just a friendly reminder: steer clear of using levers on the golden contacts of the vibration motor. Bending those contacts could throw a wrench in the motor’s groove. Keep it smooth and functional!
If your new display already has a vibration motor, feel free to breeze right past this step!
– Gently wiggle those tweezers between the motor and the display unit to loosen things up a bit. You’ve got this!
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Step 16
– Gently place the earpiece back into its cozy spot in the display unit.
– Give it a light press to help the glue stick like it means it!
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Step 17
Display connector
Headphone connector
3 × 3,7 mm Phillips
Before you pop the mainboard back in, give all those connectors a little bend to the side. We want to keep those flex cables happy and free!
If it’s not sliding in smoothly, take a moment to double-check the mainboard’s position. A little adjustment can go a long way!
– Grab the mainboard and gently slip it back into the display unit of your awesome Galaxy S10.
– Pop the mainboard onto the lower edge of the display unit and push the charger socket back into its spot.
– Give the mainboard a good press down to make sure it’s snug as a bug.
– Slot the headphone jack into its opening on the lower part of the board and press it in until it clicks into place.
– Time to smoothly slide that SIM tray back into the frame of the display unit.
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Step 18
7 × 3,9 mm Phillips
Make sure it hangs snug at the lower edge of the display unit.
– Place the speaker back over the charging port and give it a gentle press down. Let’s make sure it’s snug in there!
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Step 19
Camera connector
Keep that camera lens squeaky clean and ensure all those pesky protective films are off the display unit. We’re almost there!
– Gently tuck the front camera back into its cozy spot at the top of the display unit.
– Give the camera a little push down and connect its buddy, the connector.
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Step 20
If the adhesive frame inside your display unit has seen better days, it’s time to give it the boot! This will ensure your battery sits nice and snug. Grab some adhesive+strips+Galaxy+S10&crid=1TJIMMAJSUJUZ&sprefix=repair+tools%2Caps%2C165&linkCode=ll2&tag=salvationrepa-20&linkId=c486487cf454ce8edd6f5beefab4110f&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl'>adhesive strips and stick them to the bottom of the battery, making sure they stay clear of the black surface inside your display unit. You’re doing great—keep it up! If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
Step 22
8 × 3,9 mm Phillips
– Start by gently hooking the plastic cover back onto the top of your Galaxy S10 display unit.
– Next, give it a little love tap with your fingers until you hear that satisfying snap as it settles into place.
– Finally, secure the plastic cover with the 8 Phillips screws, and you’re all set!
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Step 23
Before you snap that back cover into place, give your device a little test drive! Make sure to check out the functions of the component you just swapped out. It’s like a mini celebration for your hard work!
– Power up your device and dive into Samsung’s built-in test mode for a quick check-up!
– Just use this key combo: *#0*#
– Once you’re in the test menu, follow the prompts to check out various features like the display, cameras, and sensors. Happy testing!
Step 24
– Carefully place the back cover back where it belongs, just like a puzzle piece fitting snugly in place.
– Now, give it a gentle press all over to ensure that the adhesive gets a good grip and sticks like it means it!
If the adhesive frame around your back cover has seen better days, it’s time to roll up your sleeves! Carefully clean off any sticky residue and pop on a fresh adhesive frame. If your back cover’s adhesive frame is still holding strong, you’re good to go—just reattach it directly. And remember, if you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
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