Samsung Galaxy S8 Back Glass Replacement Guide – DIY Tutorial for Fixing Your Samsung Galaxy S8
Duration: 45 minutes
Steps: 10 Steps
Heads up! Ensure you’re working in a well-lit area and have your tools ready. Safety first, and remember: if you ever feel stuck or unsure, just take a breath. Help is just a click away—feel free to schedule a repair!
Oops, your poor S8 got some rough love and its back glass is probably feeling it. But no worries! This guide’s got your back to replace that shattered panel. Be sure to check if your replacement glass is rockin’ that adhesive – if not, you’ll need to grab some to stick it all down properly. Looking for a fancier adhesive option? Check out pre-cut or thin high-bond tape for a sleeker look!
Step 1
Feel free to use a hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate to help with the process, but keep an eye on the temperature! We don’t want to fry your phone—both the OLED display and internal battery are super sensitive to heat. Stay cool and carry on!
Before you start, keep in mind that opening your phone will affect its waterproof seals. Make sure you have some replacement adhesive on hand, or be super careful to avoid any liquid exposure if you decide to put it back together without replacing the adhesive.
While you’re waiting for the adhesive to loosen up, go ahead and read the next step to get a sense of where you’ll need to pry – it’ll be worth the wait, and you’ll be one step closer to getting your device back in action. If you need help, you can always schedule a repair
– Warm up your iOpener and place it on a long edge of the S8 for around 2 minutes.
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Step 2
– Alright, let’s get down to business! First up, we’re going to carefully slice through the adhesive hugging the edges of that rear glass panel.
– Take a peek at the first image to see how the adhesive is laid out on the rear case. It’s like a roadmap for our next steps!
– Now, let’s talk about the prying pattern. Here’s the scoop from the outside of the phone:
Step 3
– After warming up the back panel just right, grab a suction cup and place it near the heated edge of the phone, steering clear of that tricky curved edge.
– Give the suction cup a gentle lift and slide an opening pick under the rear glass. You’re on the right track!
Step 5
Whoa there, cowboy! Don’t rush it now, you don’t wanna make a mistake. Just go chill and slow down, that tool’s got to stay in the groove, alright? Need a hand? No sweat, maybe give our pals at schedule a repair a ring!
– Gently glide the opening pick down the side of the phone to break free the adhesive, like a pro on a mission!
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Step 6
– Time to work that magic again! Go ahead and heat up and cut around the next three sides of your phone just like before.
– Don’t forget to slip an opening pick on each side as you move on to the next one—this will stop the adhesive from playing tricks and resealing!
Step 7
As you gently lift the glass, take a quick glance to ensure that the orange cable with a blue connector has come loose. It’s like checking for a hidden treasure!
If the fingerprint sensor cable appears to be caught or too tight, hold your horses! Don’t push the phone open any further. Use the pointy end of a spudger to disconnect that connector before moving ahead.
The fingerprint sensor cable is a little connector that links the phone to the rear glass right by the main camera. It’s quite short, so don’t worry if it pops off when you take off the rear glass. That’s just how it rolls!
– Grab those opening picks and get ready to slice through any leftover adhesive to give your phone a little wiggle. Just a tiny crack will do!
– When it’s time to put everything back together, don’t forget about that fingerprint sensor cable! First, angle the back cover just right until the cable connector is perfectly aligned over its socket. Then, with a gentle touch, use the flat end of your spudger to click that connector into place by pressing it straight down.
– Carefully lift off the glass from the phone, and you’ll be one step closer to a successful repair!
Step 8
Feel free to pop that back cover on without stressing over new adhesive! Just make sure to clear away any big chunks of old glue that could stop the cover from sitting nicely. Once you’ve got it in place, give it a little heat and some firm pressure to lock it down. It may not be waterproof anymore, but trust me, the adhesive will still do a great job of keeping everything together.
– Ready to jazz up your device with a new back cover? Let’s get started!
– Check out this guide to carefully place the old back cover back on or to pop on a fresh cover that doesn’t come with sticky stuff pre-applied.
– Oh, and if you need to move the camera bezel over to your new piece, don’t sweat it! Just follow our camera bezel replacement guide to get that sorted.
Step 9
– When it’s time to give your device a fresh rear glass panel, don’t forget about the trusty fingerprint sensor! Simply glide an opening pick underneath the plastic backing if the sensor is feeling a bit stubborn. This will help loosen the adhesive and make the transfer process as smooth as a freshly wiped touchscreen.
Step 10
If the adhesive for the fingerprint sensor is still intact, feel free to reuse it. Otherwise, simply swap it out with some fresh pre-cut adhesive. Remember, a little adhesive goes a long way in keeping things together!
– Once you’ve bid farewell to the old adhesive, grab some high-concentration isopropyl alcohol (90% or higher) and give the edges of that fingerprint sensor a good clean. Then, it’s time to stick on the new adhesive like a pro!
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