Galaxy S20 - Camera replacement

1. Switch off the device at the beginning to avoid short circuits during the repair.

If the screen can no longer be used due to damage, the device is switched off by disconnecting the battery.

The Samsung Galaxy S20 is opened via the heavily bonded glass back cover.

1. Heat the frame of the device with hot air to about 60-80 degrees. Heating it makes the backcover's adhesive easier to remove.
2. Take a suction cup and place it on the bottom of the device.
3. Pull the suction cup and guide your flat opening tool into the resulting gap.

The iFlex opening tool, which is made of thin, strong metal, is very suitable for removing such glued back covers. Once inserted, we recommend using a plastic tool, as this will not scratch the frame and back cover.You can also use an iSclack instead of a suction cup. This tool works like a pair of pliers with suction cups on both sides.

1. Insert a narrow plectrum into the already loosened part so that the glue does not reattach.
2. Guide your tool along the entire edge of the back cover.

1. In the area of the camera you should also take care not to insert your tool too far into the device.

• 5 × 4,0 mm Phillips

1. Remove the Phillips screws of equal length from the charging coil.

An iDoc magnetic pad can help you sort screws and smaller components.

1. The coil is slightly glued to the speaker. Loosen the glue and remove the cover. It is slightly hooked at the top end.

• Battery Connector

1. Now disconnect the battery with a plastic spudger.

Pay attention to the small components next to the battery connector. Lever from the other side to avoid accidentally damaging them.

• 4 × 4,0 mm Phillips

1. Remove the four screws from the main board cover.
2. Lift the cover up and take it out.

• 1 × 4,0 mm Phillips
• 1 × 2,8 mm Phillips
• Connector

1. Disconnect the various connectors from the motherboard. Take care again not to damage any components on the board.
2. Lever carefully and bend the contacts slightly to the side.
3. Remove the SIM holder. You can use a SIM tool or a paper clip to remove the SIM holder.
4. Loosen the screws that fix the board and the cameras.
5. Lever carefully on one side and take out the main board with both hands. Make sure that no cables or connectors get caught on it.

Be especially careful when handling the main board, as it cannot be repaired so easily.

• Camera Connector

1. Carefully disconnect the connectors of the two camera modules from the back of the mainboard.
2. Then you can take out the cameras. The cameras can also be separated.

• Camera Connector

1. Take your new camera and insert it into the board together with the other camera module.

Make sure that there are no fingerprints or dust on the camera lenses.

1. Connect the two connectors back to the mainboard. The easiest way to connect them is to press with your fingers from both sides.

• 1 × 4,0 mm Phillips
• 1 × 2,8 mm Phillips
• Connector

1. Bend all flex cables a bit to the side and then put the main board into the device.
2. Position it at the top and guide the board down until it fits properly.
3. Be careful not to pinch any cables under the board.
4. If the motherboard lies flush and flat in the unit, you can screw it in place.
5. Put the SIM holder back in place. If it is stuck, do not push it in with force, but check whether the main board is already positioned correctly.
6. Then connect all connectors.

Position the connectors over their sockets and press them down gently. The connectors should snap directly into place. If they do'nt fit properly, loosen them again and reposition them.

• 4 × 4,0 mm Phillips

1. Place the top cover at an angle and then press it down.
2. When it is clicked in place on all sides, you can fasten it.

• Battery Connector

1. Position the battery contact over its socket on the mainboard and press it down.

• 5 × 4,0 mm Phillips

1. Put on the metal cover with the charging coil.
2. Hook it in at the top and fasten all screws.

1. Test your Galaxy S20 before you finally close the device.
2. Switch on the device and open the telefone app.
3. Here you enter *#0*# and a test menu opens.
4. In the test menu you can test the display for pixel errors and check the touchscreen and other functions such as the camera, the speaker or the status LED.
5. If everything is OK, you can lock your smartphone for good.

1. Before you put the backcover back on you should check the glue. It should be evenly distributed on the edge of the backcover. Remove excess glue if necessary.
2. If you like, you can also remove the old glue and use a new one.

1. Before attaching a new adhesive frame, you must first remove all old adhesive residues on the backcover and frame. You can use a plastic supdger to scrape off some of the glue. Cleaning alcohol and a lint-free cloth can help to remove the residue.
2. Check the alignment of the frame, then peel off the first protective film and apply the adhesive to the frame. Don't press it down yet, but check that it is properly seated on all sides. The adhesive should not protrude at anywhere.
3. Press the adhesive down all around so that it bonds properly to the frame.
4. Loosen the second foil. Make sure that the adhesive does not come off the frame.
5. Position the backcover over the device and put it down slowly.
6. Heat the backcover again with hot air so that the adhesive bonds again.
7. As long as the glue cools down, you can press the backcover down with your fingers or weight it down with a few books.