Step-by-step

1. 1

   Eject SIM Tray

   1 min

   Insert a SIM eject tool into the hole at the top frame and pull out the SIM card tray.

2. 2

   Remove S Pen

   1 min

   Push inward on the S Pen spring cap to release it, then slide the stylus completely out of the phone.

3. 3

   Heat Rear Glass

   3 min

   Apply a heat gun set to low heat across the edges of the back glass for three minutes to soften the adhesive.

4. 4

   Attach Suction Cup

   1 min

   Press a suction cup firmly near the bottom edge of the rear glass cover.

5. 5

   Create Initial Gap

   2 min

   Pull up on the suction handle to lift the glass slightly and create a small opening along the edge.

6. 6

   Insert Opening Pick

   1 min

   Slide a thin plastic opening pick into the gap created between the glass cover and the midframe.

7. 7

   Slice Bottom Adhesive

   3 min

   Slide the opening pick carefully along the bottom perimeter to cut through the factory adhesive.

8. 8

   Slice Side Adhesive

   4 min

   Guide the pick around the corners and up both long edges of the rear panel.

9. 9

   Slice Top Adhesive

   3 min

   Move the pick across the top edge to separate the remaining glass adhesive completely.

10. 10

    Lift Off Rear Cover

    1 min

    Gently lift the back glass off the chassis and place it on a clean surface.

11. 11

    Unscrew Midframe Bracket

    3 min

    Remove the five Phillips #00 screws securing the upper wireless charging coil assembly.

12. 12

    Remove Wireless Charging Coil

    2 min

    Pry up the edges of the wireless charging assembly and peel it off the battery compartment.

13. 13

    Disconnect Battery Cable

    1 min

    Use a plastic spudger to pry the battery press connector straight up from motherboard socket.

14. 14

    Unscrew Loudspeaker Module

    3 min

    Remove the seven Phillips #00 screws securing the bottom loudspeaker cover.

15. 15

    Remove Loudspeaker Module

    2 min

    Insert a spudger beneath the loudspeaker housing and lift it out of the frame.

16. 16

    Disconnect Main Extension Cable

    2 min

    Unplug both ends of the main interconnect flex cable connecting the daughterboard to the motherboard.

17. 17

    Disconnect Display Cable

    1 min

    Pry up the display connector from the motherboard using the flat end of a spudger.

18. 18

    Apply Isopropyl Alcohol

    2 min

    Drip high-concentration isopropyl alcohol into the gaps around the edges of the battery.

19. 19

    Soak Battery Adhesive

    2 min

    Let the phone rest horizontally for two minutes to allow the alcohol to dissolve the adhesive.

20. 20

    Pry Up Old Battery

    4 min

    Insert a flat plastic card or heavy-duty spudger underneath the battery and gently lever it upward.

21. 21

    Remove Old Battery

    1 min

    Lift the battery out of its recess in the frame and set it aside safely.

22. 22

    Clean Frame Recess

    3 min

    Wipe away remaining adhesive and alcohol residue inside the battery compartment using a lint-free wipe.

23. 23

    Apply Battery Adhesive Strips

    2 min

    Place new precut double-sided adhesive strips into the empty battery compartment.

24. 24

    Install Replacement Battery

    2 min

    Position the new battery in the frame and press down firmly to secure it.

25. 25

    Reconnect Flex Cables

    2 min

    Snap the display cable and main interconnect ribbon cables back onto their respective board sockets.

26. 26

    Reconnect Battery and Components

    5 min

    Attach the battery press connector, then reinstall the speaker and wireless charging coil using their screws.

27. 27

    Seal Rear Cover

    3 min

    Apply new rear cover adhesive, align the rear glass over the frame, and press firmly to seal.