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Samsung Galaxy S5, the latest Android smartphone in Samsung Galaxy series, was released on April 11, 2014 in 125 countries. Galaxy S5 has become the spotlight by its refined user experience, fingerprint reader, dust and water resistance, and the updated camera and screen. GS5 also includes a 5.1 inches super AMOLED display, an incredibly removable battery and microSD slot, firmly secured rear housing and improved build quality.
When it comes to Galaxy S5 reparability, it gets 5 out of 10 (10 is the easiest to repair), which means the Galaxy S5 is still easier to fix than other phones. Therefore, if you acquire basic skills on cell phone repair and follow the right instructions, you can replace a broken Galaxy S5 screen easily.
Here we walk you through detailed steps for replacing a cracked Galaxy S5 screen. ETrade Supply is always the first to get Samsung Galaxy S5 replacement parts and components.
Pic from iFixit
Tools You Need to Tear Down Galaxy S5 for Broken Screen Repair
Spudger Tool
Case Opening Tool
Hair Dryer
New Replacement Part:
A set of front housing adhesive
Galaxy S5 LCD Screen and Digitizer Assembly
Step 1: Power off the Galaxy S5.
Pic from iFixit
Step 2: Peel the battery door off this GS5 with your thumb.
Note: The ease of removal design on Galaxy S5 battery case enables the DIY lifestyle for Galaxy S5 users. In hence, you can replace the Galaxy S5 back cover without any hassle if you suffer a broken one.
Pic from iFixit
Step 3: Remove the Galaxy S5 battery.
Note: The GS5 battery is easy to remove and install. Please kindly note if you purchase a new Galaxy S5, you have to install the battery yourself after unboxing it.
Pic from iFixit
Step 4: Use a hair dryer to heat up the Galaxy S5 screen.
Note: The GS5 display is fixed by strongly sticky adhesive tape, so a large amount of heat is needed to loose the glue. You should apply heat persistently to make the screen hot enough, then the screen is easier to pry it out. If you want to replace a new GS5 screen, you need a new set of front housing adhesive too.
Step 5: Pry the screen out of the device by case opening tool and spudger.
Note: After the glue is loose, you can wedge several case opening tools around the side between the screen and rear housing. And then pry the screen out of the device by spudger tool. Please make sure you pry the display from the top of the phone rather than the bottom, for there is a cable on the home button.
Pic from iFixit
Step 7: Disconnect a cable connecting the LCD and digitizer on Galaxy S5
Note: The connector is at the top of the screen, so you need to gently pry the display and use a spudger to disconnect the cable controlling the GS5 LCD screen and digitizer touch screen.
Pic from iFixit
Step 8: Pry the Galaxy S5 home button off the glass
Note: After the Galaxy S5 display assembly is lifted up, you can use spudger tool to pry out the home button. The cable is very fragile, so handle carefully to avoid any damage on the glass or cable.
Pic from iFixit
Step 9: Replace a new Galaxy S5 screen assembly
Note: Now the Galaxy S5 LCD screen is separate, and you can use a new Galaxy S5 LCD screen and touchscreen assembly to replace it and assemble the GS5 device in reverse.
Pic from iFixit
If you want to replace any of the Galaxy S5 internal parts, such as rear housing, camera, earphone, charging port and headphone jack etc., the first thing you should do is to remove the screen. Therefore, you have to disassemble the GS5 screen assembly to get into this device for replacement.
Please note DIY repair Galaxy S5 will void the warranty of your device but may save money. We will get the Galaxy S5 soon and teardown it to teach you how to DIY repair these broken Galaxy S5 parts and components.
• Replace a cracked or shattered Galaxy S5 rear housing
• Fix a damaged Galaxy S5 earphone jack
• Replace broken Samsung Galaxy S5 camera
• Fix malfunctioned Galaxy S5 ear speaker or loudspeaker
• Repair a problematic Galaxy S5 charging port
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