Samsung Captivate Rear Case Replacement
Damaged or cracked rear case can compromise structural integrity — handle with care.
- Follow this repair guide for a seamless replacement process.
Step 1 | Battery
Press down on the bottom section of the phone.
- Slide the bottom piece downward to release the back cover.
Lift the back cover upwards to remove it.
Step 2
Press the battery release at the bottom.
- Finger will pop up allowing removal.
- Lift out the battery.
Step 3
- Remove the old battery from its compartment.
- Take the new battery and insert it into the compartment securely.
Step 4 | Rear Case
Insert the spudger under the phone's bottom section.
- Gently lift and push the spudger to move the bottom section downwards.
- This will reveal two hidden screws.
Step 5
Remove all six 4.5mm #000 Phillips screws.
Step 6
Forcing the cover may cause cracked plastic.
- Begin at the bottom corner with a spudger to separate the rear case from the front display.
- Slide the plastic opening tool towards the top on both sides for easier separation.
- Detaching the top: apply backward pressure to both corners with a finger on the center, and slide the back cover toward the bottom.
Step 7
Remove and separate the rear case from the phone.