Samsung Galaxy S5 Home Button Replacement Guide: DIY Steps
Duration: 45 minutes
Steps: 4 Steps
Hey, just so you know, this guide picks up right where the Display Assembly guide leaves off. Make sure you’ve completed all the steps there before diving into this one!
Fixing the Samsung Galaxy S5 home button is a breeze! Did you know it doubles as a cool fingerprint reader? This neat feature relies on a delicate cable assembly that sometimes gives out when the device is opened. No worries though, just follow our guide to swap out a busted home button or move your old one to a new screen if your replacement screen didn’t bring one. We’re like an awesome bonus level after the Display Assembly guide!
Step 1
This guide is a handy companion to the Galaxy S5 Display Assembly guide. If you’re looking to swap out your home button and haven’t cracked open your device yet, you’re in the right place!
– The home button assembly has a clear rubber backing that’s just lightly stuck on the back of the display. No sweat! Just slide an opening tool through the adhesive. If it’s being a bit stubborn, a little heat from an iOpener or a hair dryer should do the trick and loosen up that sticky situation, making it easier to remove the assembly.
Tools Used
Step 2
– Pop the opening tool into the gap between the home button’s cozy white rubber backing and the screen. It’s like unlocking a treasure chest, but cooler!
– Navigate around the button’s bottom edge, gently persuading the adhesive to let go. It’s like buttering toast, but with a techy twist!
Step 3
– Once the adhesive around the bottom of the button is mostly loosened, it’s showtime! Grab your trusty opening tool and gently lift that button up like a champ.
Step 4
As you pull the assembly away, you might notice the rubber backing starting to part ways with the home button. They’re joined by a delicate cable, so be gentle and try to keep them together as you work. If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
– Carefully grab the lifted part of the home button assembly and gently pull it away from the display, making sure to peel off the remaining adhesive with ease.
– If you’re transferring your home button to a new display, rest assured that the original adhesive should do a great job keeping it snug in place.
– When installing a brand-new home button, peel off the plastic film that guards the adhesive, then take a moment to align the button perfectly with the display before pressing it into position.
