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Samsung Galaxy A51 Back Cover Replacement

This guide is for removing the back cover from a Samsung Galaxy A51. Note that you will require replacement adhesive to secure it properly upon reassembly.

Step 1 | Back Cover

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Power off your phone completely before proceeding.

  • Apply an iOpener to the back cover to loosen the adhesive.
  • If necessary, use a hair dryer or heat gun to aid in removal.

Be cautious of overheating: avoid damage to the AMOLED display and internal battery.

Step 2

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Insert opening pick tip at bottom of phone near USB-C port.

  • If necessary, use suction handle or tape to pull back cover and create gap.
  • Slide opening pick to bottom right corner, leaving it there.

Step 3

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Slide another opening pick along the bottom edge, starting from the right and moving towards the left.

  • Continue applying pressure until you've cut through the adhesive.
  • Leave the opening picks in place to prevent resealing of the adhesive.

Step 4

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Insert a third opening pick under the bottom left corner of the back cover.

Apply additional heat if necessary, but follow iOpener instructions carefully to avoid overheating.

  • Slide the opening pick along the left edge of the phone.
  • Leave the opening pick in place at the top left corner to prevent resealing of the adhesive.

Step 5

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Insert a fourth opening pick under the top left corner near the camera.

  • Slide the tip of the opening pick along the top edge to the right corner, cutting the adhesive.
  • Leave the opening pick in place at the top right corner to prevent resealing.

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Insert the fifth opening pick into the top right corner.

  • Slide the pick down the right edge to the bottom right corner.
  • Use this technique to break the remaining adhesive.

Step 7

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Remove the back cover.

  • Apply strong, steady pressure to the phone using a stack of heavy books.
  • Hold pressure for several minutes to allow adhesive to form a good bond.
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