DIY Guide to Replace Earpiece in Samsung Galaxy S9
Duration: 45 min.
Steps: 21 Steps
Ready to bring your Samsung Galaxy S9 back to life? This guide will walk you through the steps to swap out that pesky earpiece that’s been giving you trouble. Let’s get started and make those calls crystal clear again! If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
Step 1
Tap that little Play button in the top right corner of the image to kick off a video for each step. It’s like having a personal repair buddy guiding you along the way!
– First things first, let’s power down your device! Press and hold that power button until you see the ‘Power off’ option pop up on your screen.
– Now, give it a gentle tap with your finger to confirm you want to shut it down and hang tight until the screen goes dark.
Step 2
– Warm up the area where you’re starting, then grab a suction cup and stick it on the bottom of the back cover.
– Slide a flat tool between the back cover and the frame while gently pulling on the suction cup.
Hey there! Just a friendly reminder to handle that back cover with care—it’s a bit fragile! If it’s giving you a hard time, feel free to warm it up a few times and give it another go. Remember, taking your time is key; it might take around half an hour, but being patient will help you avoid any mishaps. You’ve got this!
The iPlastix is crafted from plastic, ensuring it won’t leave any scratches on your device. However, it’s a bit on the soft side, which makes it a little tricky to get in there. Just take your time and you’ll be just fine!
Tools Used
- heat gun to heat parts that are glued on so they’re easier to remove.
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- VAKUPLASTIC Suction Cup
Step 3
– Once you’ve popped off the back cover, gently lift it up and use your trusty spudger to disconnect the fingerprint sensor.
– Now, go ahead and fully remove the back cover and set it aside like a pro.
Tools Used
Step 4
10 × 4.0 mm Phillips
This phone sports just two types of screws, keeping things nice and simple! If you find any screws playing hard to get, don’t sweat it—grab a pair of tweezers to help you out.
– The logic board cover with the NFC tag is latched in at the top.
– Pry it up a little and then take it out.
Step 6
5 × 4.0 mm Phillips
– Gently nudge the speaker up a bit with your tweezers, then go ahead and take it out.
Step 7
– First up, gently disconnect the front camera connector using your trusty spudger.
– Next, give it a little nudge from the side that’s free of any PCB components.
– Finally, lift the camera out of its cozy holder and you’re all set!
Step 9
Antenna Plug
– Let’s start by unplugging those different connectors from the logic board. Easy peasy!
– Gently twist the spudger. Remember, it’s not a crowbar, so be careful not to harm the logic board.
– Watch out for those tiny parts next to the connectors—they can be a bit fragile!
– Now, go ahead and disconnect those button plugs for the antenna cables.
– When you’re grabbing the cable, use tweezers and avoid the plug itself. You’ve got this!
– To disconnect the plug, give it a little twist with the tweezers. Smooth and steady!
Step 10
1 × 3.4 mm Phillips
Hey there! Just a heads up: there’s a tiny plastic pin hanging out in the SIM tray opening. Keep an eye on it so it doesn’t take a little tumble!
– First off, let’s tackle that logic board by unscrewing the lone screw that’s keeping it in place.
– Before you go all-in on removing the logic board, take a moment to gently reposition all connectors so they don’t get tangled up.
– Heads up! The logic board is still tethered to the USB board. Gently lift it up and use a spudger to carefully disconnect that stubborn connector.
– Once you’re free from those pesky connections, safely set the logic board aside and give yourself a pat on the back!
Step 11
– The earpiece is stuck on there with some good old glue! Grab your trusty steel spatula and gently pry it loose from the adhesive bond.
– Once it’s free, go ahead and lift the earpiece out of the enclosure.
Step 12
– Pop that earpiece into its snug little spot on the top of the device!
– Give it a gentle press – just enough to let the glue do its magic!
Step 13
1 × 3.4 mm Phillips
– Grab that logic board and plug in the connector at the bottom like a pro.
– Now, gently fold the logic board into your device – take it slow and steady!
– Be careful not to pinch any cables; they like their space!
– Bend those antennas and connectors to the side, giving them a little wiggle room.
– Press the logic board down until you hear that satisfying click – it’s like a little victory!
– Finally, secure the logic board with the single screw – you’re almost there!
Step 14
Antenna plug
– Grab those antenna plugs with your trusty tweezers and snap them into place with a satisfying click!
– Next up, let’s connect the display and volume button connectors. Make sure they’re snug!
– Remember, all connectors should click into position. If something feels off, just unplug it and give it another go!
Step 15
If things seem a bit jammed up, it might be that the logic board isn’t snug in its spot. Just give it a little nudge and see if that does the trick!
– Now it’s time to pop that SIM tray back in!
Step 17
5 × 4.0 mm Phillips
– Now, gently pop the speaker back over the USB board, give it a little press to secure it, and then fasten it with screws to keep it snug.
– Don’t forget to check that it’s locked in place at the bottom!
Step 19
10 × 4.0 mm Phillips
– Time to get that midframe snuggled up with its NFC pal!
– Give it a little latch-love and press it in nice and evenly.
– And finally, let’s get those screws back where they belong!
Step 20
Fingerprint connector
– Alright, before you snap that back cover back into place, don’t forget to reconnect the fingerprint sensor. It’s a little like returning a lost pet to its owner—super important!
– Now, gently position the back cover over the device. Lift it just enough to give yourself access to the connector, while keeping that shiny back glass as steady and close to the device as you can. No gymnastics required here!
– Time to get hands-on! Grab a plastic tool—like a spudger—to carefully nudge the connector down. If you prefer, you can also use something longer like ESD tweezers or an ESD spudger. Just take your time and keep those hands steady; no need to rush!
Step 21
Heads up! Opening your phone means its waterproof superpowers are officially retired. But hey, we’re here to help you get it back in tip-top shape! If you need a hand, you can always schedule a repair
– Before putting the back cover back in place, take a moment to inspect that lovely glue! It should be distributed evenly across the back cover. Feel free to tidy up any excess glue hanging around.
– Once you’re all set, gently press the back cover into place.
– It’s time to give that back cover a little warmth again to really seal the deal with the glue.
– You can use your fingers to give the back cover a little love while the glue cools down. Hang in there, you’re doing great!
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