Samsung Galaxy J3 Mission Motherboard Replacement Guide
Duration: 45 minutes
Steps: 7 Steps
The motherboard is the brains of the operation, and it’s super important to treat it with care. It’s got a lot going on, like controlling the camera, SD and SIM card readers, and even the charging port. Think of it as the central hub where all the tech magic happens! If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
Step 1
– Slide your fingernail into the back cover removal slot and gently tug until the cover pops off with a satisfying little snap.
Step 2
Before you pop out the battery, make sure your device is off. If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
– Grab your trusty fingernail (or a thin tool if you’re feeling fancy) and slide it into the battery removal slot. Give it a little wiggle and watch the battery pop out – like magic! If you need help, you can always schedule a repair
Step 3
– Slide your finger along the edge of the SD and SIM card to gently pop them out of the device. It’s like giving them a little high-five, but with less enthusiasm.
Step 4
Hey there! Watch out for those little home button tabs while fixing your device – they’re there to keep the button in place but can break if they get a little too wiggly! 🤓 If you need any help, you can always schedule a repair
Let’s get started by removing the small plastic brace that holds the damaged screen in place under the screen assembly. Use an iFixit opening tool to carefully release it. If you need help, you can always schedule a repair
– Have a blast lifting the screen with this nifty iFixit opening tool! Work that tool down the vertical side of your smartphone, being ever so gentle as you pry away. Before you know it, you’ll have that screen up and ready for some repair action!
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Step 5
– Alright, grab your trusty Phillips #000 screwdriver and let’s get those screws out! We’ve got eleven 5mm screws holding that metal panel in place. Get ’em all out and we’ll be ready for the next step! If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
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Step 6
– Flip your device over and give the metal plate a firm push to release it from the back paneling. If it doesn’t budge right away, don’t worry – it’s supposed to be a bit tricky. Take your time and you’ll get it. And if you need help, you can always schedule a repair
Step 7
Hey, that motherboard is super delicate, so be careful!
– Alright, time to give that motherboard a little lift! Gently pry it up from the bottom, using your finger like a superhero’s helping hand. You got this!
