Samsung Galaxy S5 Sport Motherboard Replacement
Screen damage and replacement are possible when removing the front panel due to water-resistance.
- Remove the front panel, including the plate underneath, first.
- This will allow safe access for motherboard removal.
- Be prepared for potential screen damage and replacement costs.
Step 1 | Battery
Use the notch at the top to remove the back casing of the phone.
Step 2
Damage to the battery can cause physical injury and/or harm to the phone.
- Lift up the battery using a plastic spudger or fingernail.
Step 3 | Screen
When handling electronics, always use an ESD-safe tool to prevent accidental damage.
- Use a plastic opening tool or Nylon spudger to gently pry up the screen after adhesive melting.
- Avoid using a Metal spudger unless absolutely necessary due to risk of device damage.
- This water-resistant phone's screen is not repairable without causing breakage.
Step 4
Avoid touching the LCD screen with your face or eyes, risk of injury from sharp edges.
- Check if the plastic cover has separated from the LCD screen.
- If so, use a nylon spudger to carefully remove both components.
- Beneath the upper right corner of the LCD screen, locate the connecting ribbon.
- Avoid damaging its connection to the motherboard with your tool.
Step 5 | Front-Facing Camera
Remove all screws from around the plate.
Step 6
Apply gentle pressure to the battery compartment.
- Push the plate outward.
Step 7
Use tweezers to carefully remove the camera module from its socket at the top of the device.
- The module should come out relatively smoothly, so be gentle but firm when handling it.
Step 8 | Motherboard
Apply finger pressure to the battery compartment. Push the plate outward.
Step 9
Locate the metallic caps connecting the pink and white wires to the motherboard.
- Pull gently on each cap to release the wires.
Step 10
Pull the black connector straight up using tweezers.
Step 11
Remove the motherboard from its mounting points.
- Lift it straight up and out of the phone.