Samsung Galaxy S4 Active Midframe Replacement

Replace the midframe only if necessary, as improper installation may void warranty and cause further damage.

This repair guide is specifically designed for Samsung Galaxy S4 Active midframe replacement.

Step 1 | Rear Case

Be careful when prying with a plastic opening tool or your fingernail.

Pry in the divot to the left of the rear-facing camera, near the power button.
Lift the rear case by its corner nearest the divot and remove it from the phone.

Step 2 | MicroSD Card

Press the microSD card gently with a plastic opening tool or your fingernail.

Continue pressing until you hear a click.
Release the card, and it will pop out of its slot.
Remove the microSD card.

Step 3 | Battery

Insert a plastic opening tool or your finger into the notch of the battery compartment.

Lift the battery upward to remove it.

Step 4 | SIM Card

Press the SIM card slightly deeper into its slot using a plastic opening tool or your fingernail.

Continue pressing until you hear a click to ensure proper seating.

Release the SIM card and it will pop out of its slot.
Remove the SIM card from the device.

Step 5 | Midframe

Remove the four metallic pads at each corner using the tip of a spudger.

Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the 12 screws connecting the midframe.

Step 6

Use a plastic opening tool to gently pry along the entire perimeter of the midframe, releasing it from the front case.