Samsung Galaxy S25+ Battery Replacement - Samsung Galaxy S25+

Step 1 | Safety precautions

Allow the Galaxy's battery to drain below 25% before proceeding — a charged lithium-ion battery may catch fire if damaged.

Unplug all cables from your phone.
Power off completely by holding the side key and volume down button, then selecting Power off.

Step 2 | Cracked glass preparation

Cracked back glass can cause injury or complicate disassembly, so carefully proceed with the following step.

Apply strips of packing tape directly onto the cracked glass, covering it completely to prevent further breakage and ensure a secure suction cup grip.
A single strip of tape should be applied along the bottom edge, just large enough for the suction cup to fit. Ensure it's not overlapping with other tapes or stuck to the frame.

Consider wearing safety glasses to protect your eyes from potential glass fragments during the repair process.

Step 3 | Heat the back cover

Improper heat gun usage may damage the display and/or battery.

Apply an iOpener to the bottom edge of the back cover for two minutes or use a hair dryer/heating tool instead.
The adhesive will soften, allowing easier separation of the back cover from the frame.

Step 4 | Adhesive information

Use the provided image for reference when separating the back cover's adhesive from the frame.

Insert your tool only slightly under the cover, near the cameras, to prevent damage.

Step 5 | Apply a suction handle

Apply a suction handle to the center of the back cover's bottom edge, as close to the edge as possible.

Step 6 | Insert an opening pick

Be cautious of hot components.

Pull up on the suction handle with strong force until a gap forms between the back cover and frame.
Hold the phone down or steady the frame with your free hand to prevent damage.
Insert the tip of an opening pick into the gap.

Step 7 | Separate the bottom edge adhesive

Apply heat if the back cover feels stuck.

Slide the opening pick along the bottom edge to separate the adhesive.

Step 8 | Separate the right edge adhesive

Apply a credit card or similar tool to slide along the bottom right corner, working up the right edge.

This will help release the adhesive bond.

Step 9 | Separate the top edge adhesive

Insert the pick slightly, 2-3 mm deep, near the cameras.

Move the pick towards the top right corner.
Slide it along the top edge to separate the adhesive.

Step 10 | Separate the left edge adhesive

Insert an opening pick at the top left corner of the device.

Guide the pick down the left edge, applying gentle pressure to loosen the adhesive.

Step 11 | Remove the back cover

Use a suction handle to remove the back cover.

If stuck, apply an opening pick around the perimeter and separate remaining adhesive.

Power on your phone and test functions before reassembly, then power down completely.

Inspect rear cameras for smudges; wipe with a clean, lint-free cloth if necessary.

Apply replacement adhesive to either the frame or back cover:

Use cutouts and contours to ensure proper alignment.
If applied to the back cover, follow this guide. If applied to the frame, use the alternate guide.

Step 12 | Disconnect the wireless charging coil

Insert the point of a spudger under the wireless charging coil press connector and gently pry it loose.

Step 13 | Remove the wireless charging and loudspeaker screws

Keep track of each screw to avoid damaging your phone.

Remove six 3.5 mm-Phillips screws holding the wireless charging coil with a Phillips screwdriver.
Next, remove seven more 3.5 mm-Phillips screws securing the loudspeaker assembly.

Step 14 | Unclip the loudspeaker

Insert the point of a spudger into the loudspeaker's clip on the left side.

Pry upwards carefully until the loudspeaker is unclipped.
During reassembly, apply firm pressure around the loudspeaker's perimeter to engage its clips securely.

Step 15 | Remove the wireless charging and loudspeaker assembly

Use both hands to carefully lift out the wireless charging and loudspeaker assembly.

Step 16 | Disconnect the battery

Pry at the correct gold arrow locations shown on the board to avoid damaging surface-mounted components.

Locate the corresponding gold arrow for each press connector.
Use a spudger to pry up and disconnect the battery press connector.

Step 17 | Disconnect the interconnect and screen cables

Use the point of a spudger to gently pry up and release each of the three interconnect and screen cable press connectors at the bottom edge of the motherboard.

Step 18

Use the point of a spudger to gently pry up and disconnect the interconnect and screen cable ends.

Target the bottom of the phone where the cables are connected.
Pry carefully to avoid damaging the cables or surrounding components.

Step 19 | Remove the cables

Disconnect and remove the three cables.

Step 20 | Peel up the plastic battery tabs

Careful handling is essential to prevent damage to the battery, which may lead to chemical leaks or fire.

Peel up the plastic tabs on the battery edges using your fingers, starting at the black circular arrow markings.
If needed, use the tip of an opening pick to gently lift a tab until you can grip it with your fingers.

Step 21 | Remove the battery

Hold the plastic tabs out of the way.

Do not force the battery out if stuck.

Ensure all plastic tabs are detached and out of the way, allowing the battery to lift away effortlessly.

Remove any adhesive liners from the bottom of the replacement battery.
Temporarily reconnect the battery press connector using your finger while holding the battery above its recess.
Lay the battery into its recess and press down firmly to secure it.

Disconnect the battery before continuing.

Step 22 | Remove the old adhesive

Slowly peel up the plastic battery sleeve, most of the adhesive should come up with it.

Do not use tools to remove remaining adhesive from the vapor chamber, as it is delicate and may be damaged.

If any adhesive remains on the frame, use a spudger or your fingers to carefully remove it.