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Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom Speaker Repair
Speaker Repair guide for the Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom
Before you begin
Tools
- Phillips #00 screwdriver
- Plastic spudger
- Plastic opening picks
- Tweezers
- Anti-static wrist strap
Parts / materials
- Replacement Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom speaker module
- Isopropyl alcohol (99%)
- Cotton swabs
Safety
- Power off the device completely before beginning disassembly.
- Wear an anti-static wrist strap to avoid damaging delicate circuit components.
- Avoid touching or pressing on the exposed optical camera lens assembly.
Overview
Step-by-step
- 1
Power Off the Device
1 minPress and hold the Power button, then select Power Off on the screen. Ensure the device is completely powered down before proceeding.
- 2
Remove the Battery Cover
1 minSlide the lock switch on the bottom edge and lift the battery compartment cover off the phone.
- 3
Remove the Battery
1 minPress the blue locking tab inside the battery compartment to release the battery, then slide it out.
- 4
Eject Cards
1 minPush in and release the microSD card and SIM card to spring them out of their slots.
- 5
Remove Camera Grip Cover
2 minUse a plastic opening tool to gently pry up the plastic decorative plate on the camera handgrip.
- 6
Unscrew the Midframe
4 minUse a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove all visible screws from the rear housing and under the grip plate.
- 7
Separate the Rear Housing
4 minInsert a plastic spudger between the front assembly and the midframe. Carefully pry along the seams to release the plastic clips.
- 8
Lift Off the Midframe
2 minGently lift the midframe off the body, taking care not to snag any internal flex cables.
- 9
Locate the Speaker Module
1 minIdentify the loudspeaker housing situated near the bottom section of the midframe.
- 10
Pry Up the Speaker Module
2 minInsert a flat spudger beneath the speaker module edge and gently lift it out of its recessed bay.
- 11
Clean Speaker Contacts
2 minLightly moisten a cotton swab with isopropyl alcohol and wipe the gold contact pads on the motherboard.
- 12
Install the Replacement Speaker
2 minAlign the new speaker module into the lower midframe bay and press firmly until seated correctly.
- 13
Reattach the Midframe
3 minPlace the midframe over the phone assembly and press along the edges until all clips snap into place.
- 14
Fasten Housing Screws
4 minReinsert and tighten all Phillips #00 screws securely around the rear frame and grip section.
- 15
Reinstall Cards and Battery
2 minInsert the SIM card and microSD card into their slots, then slide the battery back into its bay.
- 16
Attach the Battery Cover
1 minAlign the battery cover over the compartment and snap it shut, engaging the locking switch.
After your Samsung Galaxy S4 Zoom speaker repair
Power the Galaxy S4 Zoom back on and test the speaker repair 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 S4 Zoom job before assuming the part is defective. Keep leftover adhesive and screws labeled in case you need a second pass.
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