Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Repair Guide
Duration: 45 minutes
Steps: 11 Steps
Get ready to dive into the inner workings of your Samsung Galaxy Watch4! This guide will walk you through the steps to expertly remove the core assembly. It’s easier than you think, and you’ll be back to enjoying your watch in no time. If you hit a snag, remember, you can always schedule a repair for some extra help!
Step 1
– Step away from the charger, my friend, and give your watch a little nap by powering it down.
– Slide off that watch band like a pro—it’s time to get to work!
Step 2
– Grab your trusty Tri-point Y00 screwdriver and let’s tackle those four 4.0 mm-long screws! You’ve got this!
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Step 3
Be careful not to pry too close to the sensor flex cable, or you might damage it. The sensor flex cable is still connected to the motherboard.
– Pop an opening tool into the seam where the back cover meets the metal frame.
– Give it a little twist to crack open a gap—you’re doing great!
Step 4
– First things first, let’s lay that watch face down like it’s ready for a little snooze.
– Now, gently swing open the back cover by folding it away from the gap you’ve created. You’re doing great!
– Grab your trusty spudger and use its flat end to carefully pry up and disconnect that sensor flex cable from the motherboard. Easy peasy!
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Step 5
– Pop off that back cover like a pro!
– Check out the rubber gasket—make sure it’s in tip-top shape. If it’s looking a bit worse for wear, swap it out for a fresh one during reassembly to keep your device safe from water shenanigans.
Step 6
– Grab your trusty Phillips screwdriver and gently unscrew the 4.4 mm-long screw that’s holding the motherboard in place. You’ve got this!
Step 7
– Gently pry open the display flex cable using the flat end of a spudger. You’ve got this!
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Step 8
– Grab your trusty spudger and gently pry away the flex cable connected to the crown buttons. You’ve got this!
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Step 9
– Gently use your fingers to lift the motherboard out of the watch assembly, moving it toward the bottom of the watch. Take your time, you’re doing great!
Step 11
– Take out the core assembly with care.
Success!
