Samsung Galaxy S Blaze Display Replacement
Both digitizer and LCD must be replaced together, as they are fused. Alternative methods require specialized equipment to release the bond between them.
- Replace both the digitizer and LCD.
- Or, use specialized equipment to separate the components if available.
Step 1 | Display
- Remove the battery cover.
- Extract the battery.
- (If applicable) Remove the SIM card.
Step 2
Remove all eight Phillips head screws (8 x 4mm).
- No need to sort or label the screws.
- Separate the phone's frame using a plastic opening tool.
Step 3
Continue working around the entire frame.
- Select a plastic opening tool suitable for the task.
- Use it to separate the frame from other components.
Step 4
- Remove and disconnect the front camera flex.
- Disconnect the audio jack flex.
- Remove and disconnect the control button flex.
Step 5
- Logic Board: Gently lift above frame and flip to one side.
- Remove the LCD Flex.
- The logic board can now be safely removed.
Step 6
Use a heatgun (heatgun) on low setting or a hairdryer to loosen the glue.
- Apply heat from outside of display, moving around continuously.
- Once glue is soft, use a small tool (e.g. spatula, screwdriver) to separate display from frame.
Be aware that LCD may detach from digitizer and stick to the frame, causing damage and sparking issues.
Step 7
Remove the LCD from the frame.
Be careful when removing the button PCB, as it is glued to the bottom of the LCD.
- Use an opening tool to gently pry off the button PCB.
- The remaining adhesive on the button PCB will be sufficient for attaching it to the new LCD.