How to Replace Galaxy S4 Active Rear Camera – DIY Guide
Duration: 45 min.
Steps: 18 Steps
Ready to tackle a little DIY magic? In this guide, we’ll walk you through the process of swapping out your Galaxy S4 Active’s faulty rear camera all by yourself! If your main camera is acting up, your photos are coming out fuzzy, or it just won’t focus, then this repair is just what you need. Let’s get started!
Step 1
– Hey there! First off, you’ll notice some tiny clips holding the back cover snugly to the chassis. Look for a little dip right above the power button. Grab your trusty fingernail or a spudger to gently lift the cover from that spot.
– Now, let’s carefully unhook the back cover from the chassis. Take your time!
– Finally, go ahead and remove the back cover. You’ve got this!
Step 3
– Take out the SIM card and the microSD card. You’re almost there!
Step 4
– Grab your trusty steel laboratory spatula and gently lift off those four metal shields. Just slide the tip of the spatula underneath the covers and give them a little nudge to pop them out of their cozy spots in the chassis. You’ve got this!
Step 5
– Let’s get started! First, you’ll want to take out those twelve Phillips screws that are holding the chassis snugly to the display. Remember to keep those little guys safe in a container – we wouldn’t want them to go on an adventure without you! 12 x 3.9 mm Phillips screws are what you’re looking for.
Step 6
– The chassis isn’t just hanging out with the display; it’s got some sneaky little hooks keeping it snug. Grab your trusty steel spatula and let’s get that chassis loose!
– Slide the spatula right between the display and the chassis. A great starting point is around the power button—easy peasy!
– Now, gently glide the spatula all the way around the device. We’re making progress!
– Once you’ve successfully detached the chassis, go ahead and lift it off the display. You’re doing great!
Step 7
– Time to unplug the sub-board’s plug contact. Let’s keep things tidy!
– Next up, disconnect that antenna cable. It’s like giving your device a little breather!
– Now, gently disconnect the connection for the display. We’re almost there!
– Say goodbye to the brightness sensor by disconnecting it. Just a few more steps!
– Now, let’s disconnect the proximity sensor. Almost done with the unplugging party!
– Finally, disconnect the connection for the front camera. You’re doing great!
Step 8
– The logic board is snugly attached to the rear camera and vibration motor. Gently nudge the logic board toward the USB port to free it up.
– Carefully lift the logic board with a steady hand.
– Now, gently remove the logic board from its cozy spot in the enclosure.
Step 9
– Unplug the camera from the logic board using the spudger’s flat end – it’s like a tiny, helpful superhero!
– Now, gently remove the camera. You’re doing great!
Step 10
– Get that camera snuggled into its spot on the logic board!
– Now, grab your spudger’s pointy end and gently connect the camera to the logic board. Easy peasy!
Step 11
– Gently settle the logic board into its cozy home within the enclosure.
– Double-check that no pesky plug connections are hiding beneath the logic board.
– The logic board is snugly attached to the rear camera and vibration motor. With a gentle nudge, push the logic board towards the top of the enclosure until you hear that satisfying click!
Step 12
– First up, let’s get that front camera plugged into the logic board!
– Next, connect the logic board to the proximity sensor—it’s like a little handshake!
– Now, time to hook up the brightness sensor so your screen can shine bright!
– Don’t forget to connect the display; we want to see all the magic happen!
– Now, let’s link the logic board to the antenna cable for some solid signal!
– Finally, connect the sub-board to wrap things up nicely!
Step 14
– Attach the chassis with the twelve Phillips screws.12 x 3.9 mm Phillips screws
Step 15
– Grab those trusty tweezers and gently place the four metal shields back into position.
– Give each cover a solid press to ensure they’re snug and secure.
Step 16
– Pop in the SIM card and slide in the microSD card like a pro! You’re one step closer to getting your device back in action!
Step 17
– Put the battery in the Galaxy S4 Active.
Step 18
– Get that back cover ready and place it on the chassis like a pro!
– Make sure the bottom of the chassis is hooked up with the back cover.
– Now, gently press down on the back cover all around so those retaining clips can snap into place with a satisfying click!
