Samsung Galaxy Core Prime G360G Glass Digitizer Replacement

Dropping your phone can cause additional damage.

• Power down your phone by pressing the power button.
• Remove the phone from any charger and disconnect it from other devices.

Remove the back cover without unscrewing.

• Take out the battery, SD card, and SIM card.
• Lift the removable cover next to the flash light using a tiny flat blade screwdriver.
• Lift the connector under the cover, taking care not to damage it with your nail or soft instrument, as it is connected to the LCD.

Careful application of heat is crucial when reusing an LCD — risk of further damage.

• Use a heat gun with a focusing attachment to soften adhesive on screen.
• Apply focused airflow to the sides, and less intensely to top and bottom edges.

Be cautious of surrounding plastics and electronics when applying heat.

Be cautious not to damage the screen when prying it off.

• Begin by inserting a butter knife into the gap between the glass and silver edge, holding it straight up.
• Gradually work your way around the edges, lifting the knife under the screen as you go, sliding it under the glass with gentle pressure.
• If there is resistance, consider applying more heat to assist in prying the screen off.

Hold the base firmly with one hand, then gently pull the glass upwards.

Avoid fingerprinting the LCD and be cautious when handling broken glass.

• Remove the flat ribbon cable connecting the screen to the board inside. It may be secured with tape.
• Take the old screen away, as it's already broken and no longer attached to the device.
• Remove the button at this point.

Use a guitar pick as a wedge to pry the LCD screen.

• Pry carefully, taking care not to damage the screen.
• Lift the screen up from the side of the volume controls.
• Rotate the screen so it pivots on the opposite side of the plug underneath.

Make sure the glue strip on the inside is still intact for reassembly.

Locate the cable input on the new screen's top left corner.

Lift up the small tab on the socket to access its opening.

• Position the cable according to the alignment marks, noting the white guide line above.
• Slide the cable into the socket, ensuring secure seating.

Secure the cable with masking tape over the join to prevent movement.

Be careful not to damage the glass screen cable.

• Flip the LCD back into place, ensuring the glue strip remains intact.
• Rotate the LCD so that it sits upside down and on the left side.

Clean the LCD screen with an LCD wiping cloth.

• Replace the button in its original position.

Align the new glass with the LCD, removing any protective tape from the left side.

• Flip the glass over the top of the LCD and press it down firmly.

Be careful not to lose the magnetic sensor, as it can fall out when removing the screen.

• Flip the device over and press the LCD plug into its socket.
• Replace the plastic panel.
• Reinsert your battery and cards, if removed.

Take note of the sensor's location to avoid confusion during reassembly.