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Samsung SPH-A500 Keypad Replacement

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Repair guide on how to replace the keypad in a Samsung SPH-A500.

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  1. Samsung SPH-A500 Keypad Replacement, Keypad: crwdns2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0

    • Turn phone over

    • Push the gray tab above the battery forward to remove the battery.

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    • Remove the battery from the phone, which will reveal four screws at the corners of the phone.

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    • Remove all four screws using a small Philips screwdriver.

    • Note: The screws do not need to be completely removed from the case, as long as they are unscrewed.

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    • Remove back cover by carefully prying it open.

    • Note: Some force may be required.

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    • Pull the side tabs outward while simultaneously lifting up the circuit board.

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    • Lift circuit board from the bottom of the phone.

    • WARNING: DO NOT completely remove circuit board from the phone, since it is still attached at the top of the phone.

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    • Flip the circuit board around the top of the phone.

    • Lift the rubber keypad off.

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    • Replace the keypad.

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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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