How to Replace Samsung Galaxy S8 NFC Antenna and Charging Coil: DIY Step-by-Step Tutorial
Duration: 45 minutes
Steps: 14 Steps
Before you dive into disassembling your phone, make sure to let that battery chill out below 25%. If it gets punctured, it could spark a little drama, but don’t worry, discharging it beforehand significantly reduces the chances of that happening. Stay safe and keep it cool!
Woo-hoo! Get ready for an awesome adventure as youReplace the NFC antenna and charging coil in your Samsung Galaxy S8. Hey, don’t worry, it’s totally doable, even if you’re a repair newbie! Just follow these steps: first, take off the rear glass cover, and we’ve got a tip: you’ll need some replacement adhesive to stick that baby back on. Speaking of safety, make sure you discharge your battery below 25% before you start – trust us, you don’t want any fiery explosions happening while you’re working on your phone. If you run into any bumps along the way, you can always schedule a repair with our awesome technicians!
Step 1
It’s a great idea to give your microwave a quick clean before diving in. That pesky gunk on the bottom could end up hitching a ride on the iOpener, and we definitely want to avoid that!
– Pop the iOpener right in the microwave’s sweet spot.
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Step 2
Watch out for overheating the iOpener during your repair. Too hot and it might burst! Keep it under 100˚C (212˚F).
Don’t ever touch a swollen iOpener. Seriously.
If the iOpener is still sizzling hot in the middle, let it cool a bit before reheating. Properly warmed, it should stay cozy for up to 10 minutes.
– Pop the iOpener in the microwave for thirty seconds.
– During the whole repair shindig, if the iOpener starts to cool down, just give it another thirty-second blast in the microwave. Easy peasy!
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Step 3
Get ready for some heat! The iOpener is going to be sizzlin’ hot, so handle with care. If things get too hot to handle, grab an oven mitt for some extra coolness.
– Hey there! Time to defrost the iOpener. Remember to hold it carefully by one of those flat ends, keeping that hot center away from your precious paws. Good job! If you need help, you can always schedule a repair
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Step 4
Don’t have a microwave handy? No worries! Just follow this step to warm up your iOpener in boiling water.
– Grab a pot or pan and fill it with enough water to make sure your iOpener can take a nice, warm dip.
– Heat that water up until it’s boiling! Once it’s bubbling away, turn off the heat.
– Carefully place your iOpener in the hot water for about 2-3 minutes. Make sure it’s fully submerged and getting cozy.
– Using tongs, gently fish out the warm iOpener from the water. Watch those fingers!
– Give the iOpener a good towel dry. We want it to be nice and dry before you use it.
– And voilà! Your iOpener is all set for action! Need a quick reheat? Just repeat the boiling water process for another 2-3 minutes.
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Step 5
Hey there! Need to apply some heat to your device? You can opt for a hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate. Just remember, don’t go overboard with the heat, as the OLED display and internal battery can be a bit sensitive to high temperatures. So, heat it up with care and caution!
Cracking open your phone will mess with its waterproof seals. Be ready with replacement adhesive before you dive in, or make sure to avoid any watery escapades if you reassemble without fresh adhesive.
As you wait for the adhesive to soften, check out the next step to get a sneak peek of where to start prying.
– Warm up the iOpener and gently place it on a long edge of the S8 for approximately 2 minutes.
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Step 7
– Warm up the back panel until it’s toasty, then slap a suction cup near the heated edge—just steer clear of the curved part.
– Give that suction cup a lift and slide an opening pick under the rear glass.
Step 9
Take it slow and steady to keep the tool in place. If things get tricky, just reheat and reapply the iOpener. Need a hand? You can always schedule a repair.
– Gently glide the opening pick along the phone’s edge to loosen up that adhesive.
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Step 10
– Go ahead and repeat the awesome heating and cutting process on the other three sides of your device.
– Make sure to leave a cool opening pick on each side as you move on to the next one to keep that adhesive from sticking back together.
Step 11
As you gently lift the glass, take a quick peek to make sure that the orange cable with the blue connector has come loose. We want to keep things smooth and easy!
If you notice that the fingerprint sensor cable is feeling a bit stubborn or taut, hold up! Don’t push any further. Use the point of a spudger to disconnect that connector before moving ahead.
The fingerprint sensor cable is like a shy little friend, connecting your phone to the rear glass just by the main camera. It’s quite short, so as you gently lift off the rear glass, it’ll happily disconnect itself. No worries—you’re doing great!
– Grab your trusty opening picks and slice through any remaining adhesive to crack open the phone just a bit.
– When putting it all back together, to reconnect the fingerprint sensor cable, start by angling the back cover until the cable connector is perfectly aligned with its socket. Then, use the flat end of your spudger to gently snap the connector into place by pressing it straight down.
– Carefully take the glass off the phone.
Step 12
If you feel like it, go ahead and pop the back cover on without new adhesive. Get rid of any big adhesive chunks that might keep the back cover from fitting right. After putting it on, give the back cover a bit of heat and press it down to stick it securely. It won’t be waterproof anymore, but the glue should hold strong. If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
– Ready to give your device a fresh look? Let’s tackle that back cover!
– Check out this guide to pop in the old back cover or to attach a new one that doesn’t come with adhesive. It’s easier than you think!
– Oh, and if you need to move over the camera bezel to your new part, we’ve got your back! Just follow our camera bezel replacement guide. Happy repairing!
Step 13
– Pop out eleven 3.7 mm screws with your trusty Phillips #000 screwdriver. If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
