Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge+ Display Replacement

Insert a SIM card eject tool into the hole in the SIM card slot on the volume button side.

• Do not insert the tool into the microphone hole, as this could cause damage.
• Look for the outline of the SIM tray.

• Press carefully to avoid damaging the eject mechanism.

• Remove the SIM card tray from the phone.

Apply heat to the volume button side of the phone using an iOpener for 2 minutes.

Be cautious of overheating, as the OLED display and internal battery can be damaged.

• If necessary, reheat and reapply the iOpener several times to achieve optimal temperature.
• Alternative heat sources: hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate. However, exercise care not to overheat the phone.

Apply a suction cup near the center of the phone, as close to the edge of the back panel as possible.

• Lift on the suction cup to create a small gap underneath the rear glass.
• Insert an opening pick into the gap.

Slide a pick along the side of the phone to loosen the adhesive.

Go slowly to avoid the pick slipping out of place.

• If cutting becomes difficult, reheat and reapply the iOpener.

• Repeat heating and cutting process on remaining three sides.
• Place an opening pick at each edge to hold gap open and prevent resealing.

Apply an opening pick along the edges of the device, working it into any remaining adhesive.

• Once clear, proceed with lifting and removing the rear glass.

Do not reinstall the back cover without proper surface preparation.

• Use tweezers to remove any remaining adhesive from the back cover and phone chassis.
• Clean the adhesion areas with high concentration isopropyl alcohol (at least 90%) and a lint-free cloth, swiping in one direction only.

Ensure your phone is powered on and functioning before installing new adhesive.

• Align the pre-cut replacement adhesive sheet with the back cover's contours, ensuring screw holes match the frame.
• If no adhesive sheet is available, use a high-bond double-sided tape like Tesa 61395.

Apply strong, steady pressure to the phone for several minutes after installing the rear cover.

• Use heavy objects or books to apply pressure, such as placing the phone under a stack of heavy books.
• Alternatively, reinstall the back cover without new adhesive by removing large chunks and heating the cover before applying pressure.

Remove all 18 x 3.2 mm screws from the midframe.

Press battery firmly downwards, lifting midframe edges simultaneously.

• Lift upwards gently on the midframe edges.
• The midframe should now be separated from the rest of the phone.

Disconnect the battery ribbon cable from the motherboard using the flat end of a spudger.

Use the flat end of a spudger to pry the display cable connector straight up out of its socket.

• If using a replacement display, plug it in and test it by plugging in the battery.
• Unplug the battery and replacement display before continuing with the guide.

Disconnect the front-facing camera ribbon cable using the flat end of a spudger.

Disconnect the front-facing sensor array ribbon cable using the flat end of a spudger. Prying action is required; lift the cable straight up from its socket.

Insert the point of a spudger between the cable and the socket, then gently pry the cable loose.

Do not lift the motherboard fully out in this step.

• Grip the edges of the motherboard and lift up slightly.
• Use a spudger to move the battery and sensor assembly ribbon cables away from the motherboard edges.
• Hinge the motherboard up, keeping stress off the daughterboard ribbon cable.

Disconnect the daughterboard ribbon cable using the flat end of a spudger.

• Be careful not to touch any electrical components.

• Remove the motherboard.

Apply clear packing tape over cracked display glass to contain shards.

Be cautious not to burn yourself or damage surrounding components when using an iOpener.

• Heat an iOpener and apply it to the left edge of the display for at least two minutes.
• Reheat and reapply as necessary until the phone is sufficiently warm, following iOpener guidelines to avoid overheating.

While waiting for adhesive to soften, read on to plan where to pry the display.

Extra caution is required near the "recent" and "back" capacitive buttons — risk of damage.

• Cut very gently near these buttons at the bottom of the display.
• The capacitive buttons are fragile and easily damaged, so handle with care.

Insert an opening pick into the gap between the display and display frame near the middle of the battery-side edge.

Make sure the pick is on top of the pink shield layer to cut the adhesive properly.

• Slide the pick along the entire edge of the display, separating the adhesive.
• Stop before reaching the daughterboard at the bottom, as delicate capacitive buttons are adhered underneath.

• Insert the pick as far as possible while keeping a firm grip.
• Slide the pick back up the edge of the display to break the final adhesive bond.

If cutting becomes difficult, reapply heat and reheat the iOpener as needed.

• Leave the pick in place at the side of the display to prevent re-adhesion.

Insert an opening pick no more than 0.25 inches (~6 mm) into the bottom battery-side corner of the display, near the top of the daughterboard.

• Slide the pick around the corner of the display.
• Stop before reaching the "recent" button ribbon cable.

If either capacitive buttons or ribbon cables break, replace the entire daughterboard assembly, which includes new capacitive buttons.

Apply an iOpener to the display's bottom.

• iOpener applied, insert a opening pick near the headphone port, no more than 0.25 inches (~6 mm) from the edge.
• Avoid the small ribbon cables to the capacitive buttons; they're easily damaged and adhered to the display.

• Do not insert the pick too far, as it may damage the home button.

Slide the pick along the bottom edge, separating the adhesive. Stop before reaching the "back" button ribbon cable.

Heat an iOpener and apply it to the display cable side of the display.

• Insert an opening pick into the gap along the display cable edge of the display, just below the display cable.
• Ensure the opening pick slides into the gap on top of the pink shield layer.
• Slide the pick down the edge of the display, stopping before reaching the daughterboard.

Insert the pick as far as possible while maintaining a firm grip.

• Slide the pick upwards along the edge of the display, cutting any remaining adhesive.
• The display cable passes through this side; be careful not to insert the pick too far and interfere with it.

If cutting becomes difficult, reheat the iOpener and reapply it before continuing.

Leave the pick in place after cutting the adhesive to prevent re-adhesion of the display to the frame.

Insert a pick approximately 0.25 inches (~6 mm) into the bottom, display cable side corner of the display, near the top of the daughterboard.

• Slide the pick around the corner of the display until it reaches the "back" button ribbon cable.

Insert a precision opening pick 0.25 inches (~6 mm) into the gap at the top edge.

Risk of damage to front-facing camera or earpiece speaker if inserted too far.

• Slide the pick along the top edge, cutting the adhesive.
• Leave the pick in place to prevent resealing.

Apply a heated iOpener to the bottom edge of the display for 1 minute.

• Gently insert an opening pick between the display and the "recent" button, no deeper than 0.5 inches (12 mm) to avoid damage.
• Carefully monitor the ribbon cable connected to the button as you insert the pick; it is fragile and prone to tearing.

If the pick is difficult to insert or the cable begins to stretch, apply additional heat.

Insert a pick between the "back" capacitive button and the display.

• Leave the pick under the display to prevent the button from re-adhering.

Insert an opening pick between the display and display frame on the battery side.

• Twist the pick to pry apart the display and frame.
• If any part of the display stays stuck, apply more heat and use an opening tool to cut remaining adhesive.

Do not remove the display yet, as the display cable is still threaded through the display frame.

Slowly lift the display frame away from the display.

• Use a spudger to push the display cable connector away from the edges of the hole in the display frame.
• Gently thread the cable through the hole, ensuring it is securely seated.
• Once the cable is safely through, completely separate the display from the frame.

Remove old adhesive from frame thoroughly to avoid damage or improper display mounting.

• Use a lint-free cloth or coffee filter with 90% (or higher) isopropyl alcohol to clean adhesion areas.
• Clean in one direction only, not back and forth, to prevent spreading residue.

Inspect frame for damage and adhesive remnants; replace if necessary to ensure proper display mounting.

• Secure new screen with custom-cut double-sided tape applied to the back of the screen.
• Carefully feed display cable through frame before aligning and pressing screen into place.