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Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Back Cover Replacement
Back Cover Replacement guide for the Samsung Galaxy Note 20
Before you begin
Tools
- Heat gun or hair dryer
- Suction cup tool
- Plastic prying tools
- Opening picks
- SIM eject tool
- Tweezers
- Spudger tool
Parts / materials
- Replacement back cover with adhesive
- High-concentration isopropyl alcohol (90%+)
- Microfiber cloth
Safety
- Wear safety glasses to protect against potential glass splinters if the rear glass breaks.
- Keep heat gun temperature below 80°C (176°F) to avoid damaging internal components or battery.
- Work in a well-ventilated area when using isopropyl alcohol.
Overview
Step-by-step
- 1
Power Off the Phone
1 minHold down the Side and Volume Down buttons, then tap Power Off to safely shut down the device.
- 2
Remove the S Pen
1 minPress the S Pen spring end to eject it, then pull it completely out from the bottom slot.
- 3
Eject the SIM Tray
1 minInsert a SIM eject tool into the top frame hole to pop out and remove the SIM card tray.
- 4
Heat the Rear Glass
3 minApply a heat gun on low heat around all edges of the rear panel for 2 to 3 minutes to soften the perimeter adhesive.
- 5
Attach a Suction Cup
1 minSecure a suction cup onto the lower center of the rear glass near the charging port.
- 6
Create an Entry Gap
2 minPull up firmly on the suction cup while inserting a thin plastic opening pick between the back glass and frame.
- 7
Slice the Bottom Edge Adhesive
2 minSlide the plastic opening pick back and forth along the bottom perimeter to break the adhesive seal.
- 8
Slice the Side Adhesives
3 minGuide the pick along the left and right edges, heating again if you feel significant resistance.
- 9
Slice the Top Edge
2 minGently slide the pick along the top edge, taking care not to insert it too deep near the camera housing.
- 10
Lift Away Old Back Cover
1 minLift the back cover straight off the frame and set it aside.
- 11
Clean the Frame
3 minScrape away old leftover adhesive from the metal frame using a plastic spudger.
- 12
Apply Isopropyl Alcohol
2 minWipe down the frame perimeter with a lint-free cloth dampened with high-concentration isopropyl alcohol.
- 13
Transfer Camera Lens Module
3 minUnclip or unscrew the camera lens trim from the old glass if your new cover lacks one, then press it into the new cover.
- 14
Prepare New Back Cover Adhesive
1 minPeel off the protective film layers exposing the fresh adhesive strips on the new back cover.
- 15
Install the New Cover
2 minCarefully align the new back glass with the camera module and outer frame, then press down along all edges.
- 16
Apply Firm Pressure
2 minApply gentle, even pressure along the entire outer edge using your fingers or a clamp for 2 minutes to seal the adhesive.
- 17
Reinsert SIM Tray and S Pen
1 minPush the SIM tray back into the top slot and slide the S Pen back into the bottom silo until it clicks.
After your Samsung Galaxy Note 20 back cover replacement
Power the Galaxy Note 20 back on and test the back cover replacement function before you put every screw away. Check touch/display response, charging, cameras, buttons, and wireless as relevant to this repair. If something fails after closing the device, reopen carefully and reseat the connectors for this Samsung Galaxy Note 20 job before assuming the part is defective. Keep leftover adhesive and screws labeled in case you need a second pass.
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