Samsung Galaxy J7 v Volume Button Replacement
Replacing your Samsung Galaxy J7v's volume buttons is a necessary task due to normal wear and tear.
- The volume buttons are essential for phone calls and media playback.
- This guide provides instructions on how to replace them, no special skills required.
Step 1 | Screen
The OLED display is extremely delicate and prone to damage.
- Position a Jimmy tool under one corner of the OLED display.
- Gently lift the OLED display using the Jimmy tool.
Step 2
Slide the Jimmy tool gently around the entire perimeter of the phone.
Step 3
The display's ribbon cables are fragile — handle them carefully.
- Lift the display gently to avoid damaging the cables or surrounding components.
Step 4 | Home button
- Locate the home button socket.
- Fit a metal spudger between the socket and the home button.
Step 5
Insert the metal spudger under the home button and lift upwards.
- The home button should now be free from its socket.
Step 6 | Volume Button
Remove the screws located around the home button and above.
Step 7
Release the screen from its mounting clips to separate it from the panel.
Step 8
Remove all screws that are touching each other.
Step 9
Release the panel by pushing it away from its plastic holder.
Step 10
Insert the pointed end of the spudger into the button hold and press downwards.
Continue pressing the volume button down to release it.