Samsung Galaxy S6 Rear Glass Adhesive Replacement
Removing the rear glass panel will destroy its adhesive, so replacing it requires extra steps.
- Remove any remaining adhesive from the old panel using a lint-free cloth and high-concentration isopropyl alcohol (at least 90%).
- Replace the adhesive tape with new strips, following their packaging instructions for dimensions and color specifics.
- Before sealing, test your repair by turning on your phone.
Step 1 | Rear Glass Adhesive
Remove the clear plastic cover from the adhesive packaging.
Step 2
Position the glass panel face-up, rotating it so lens holes are to your right.
- Grasp adhesive tape from both sides and align it with the rear glass.
- Verify camera and heart rate sensor hole alignment on phone with adhesive.
- Lay adhesive tape over top of glass panel.
Step 3
Run your fingers over the tape to ensure firm attachment to the glass.
Step 4
Peel off the green protective coating.
Step 5
Remove the inner film layer to expose the adhesive surface.
Step 6
Minor misalignments can be fixed by trimming the adhesive with an X-Acto knife, but removing more than half of the strip may require reapplying the tape.
- Trim excess adhesive using an X-Acto knife.
- If over half the strip is removed, remove and replace the tape.
Step 7
Remove excess adhesive from the midframe using a pair of tweezers.
- Clean adhesion areas with high concentration isopropyl alcohol (at least 90%) and a lint-free cloth.
Step 8
Ensure the rear glass is aligned with the phone, specifically the tops.
- Press the top edge of the glass firmly into the midframe to eliminate any gaps.
Step 9
Press the rear panel firmly onto the midframe
Ensure all clips are securely locked in place.