Samsung Galaxy A40 Display Replacement

crwdns2936071:01crwdne2936071:0 — Removing the Back Cover

Remove the SIM card

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Next, the fingerprint sensor has to be removed from the device. To do this, use tweezers or a small metal spatula to carefully drive underneath this plastic part and pry it out.

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Next, the 13 Phillips screws must be loosened so that the frame can be removed.

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Now the frame can be removed with the help of a spudger.

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First, the battery should be unplugged, as there is still voltage on the components even though the device is switched off.

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Now the front camera has to be removed. This can be done with a spudger.

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Now, both boards can be removed from the device. To do this, another screw must be removed from each of the boards.

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Afterward, the battery has to be removed as well, unless you install a new one.

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Finally, the vibration motor and the earpiece have to be removed. You might need a bit of heat again to loosen the components.