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Samsung Galaxy Watch Display Replacement

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  1. Samsung Galaxy Watch Display Replacement, Opening Procedure: crwdns2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0
    • Remove the four Tri-point #00 screws (4.2 mm length) on the backside of the watch.

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    • Use an opening tool to get between the back cover and the metal housing of the watch.

    • Carefully pry the plastic back cover open.

    • Don't remove the back cover yet. There is a flex cable running to the core assembly inside.

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    • Lay down the watch and lift the back cover to access the sensor connector on the motherboard.

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    • Use a spudger to disconnect the sensor flex cable from the motherboard.

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    • Remove the back cover.

    • When closing the watch make sure the rubber gasket is undamaged or replace it with a new one.

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    • Use a spudger to disconnect the display flex cable from the motherboard.

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    • Lift the core unit out of the housing.

    • The core's plastic frame sits tight inside the housing.

    • Carefully thread the display flex cable through the gap of the core's plastic frame.

  8. Samsung Galaxy Watch Display Replacement, Display: crwdns2935265:08crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0
    • If necessary apply some tape over the display to avoid any injury from glass shards.

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    • Use your finger or thumb to steadily push down on the display to loosen the adhesive.

    • Heating the display with a hair dryer or iOpener helps softening the adhesive.

    • Remove the display.

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