Samsung Galaxy S8 Active Loudspeaker Assembly Replacement

• Insert a SIM card ejector tool (or an unfolded paperclip) into the small hole on the left side of the top edge.
• Press gently to eject the SIM tray.
• Remove the SIM tray from the device.

Orient the SIM card with gold contacts facing up and notch to bottom right before reinserting.

• Reinsert the SIM card by pressing gently into the SIM tray slot.

Removing the back cover will compromise waterproof seals — ensure replacement adhesive is available or avoid liquid exposure.

• Remove four black 3mm screws using a TR6 Torx Security Screwdriver.
• Take off the rubber bumpers from top and bottom edges of the device.

Do not apply excessive heat as it may damage internal components.

• Use a heat gun or alternative heat source (iFixit iOpener, hair dryer, hot plate) to lightly heat the back edges for approximately one minute.
• Handle the metal frame with care, as it will become hot during heating.

Insert a Jimmy tool under the edge of the back cover.

Due to the texture, a suction handle offers no grip for lifting the back cover.

• Once in place, insert an opening pick into the seam to prevent closure if the Jimmy tool is removed.

Carefully cut around the top section without damaging fingerprint sensor or camera cables. Avoid prying too far, which risks damaging the fingerprint sensor.

• Use the Jimmy tool to slide down both sides of the device and separate the adhesive.

Use the opening pick to slice through any remaining adhesive.

• If replacement strips are available, use the Jimmy tool to remove excess adhesive from the device frame.
• Open the back cover about a quarter turn, exposing the fingerprint sensor flex cable connector.

When removing the back cover, carefully pull it off gently to avoid damaging the fingerprint sensor cable, which is located near the front-facing camera at the top of the phone.

Flip the cover slowly and set it aside.

• Disconnect the fingerprint flex cable with the flat end of a spudger.
• Remove the back cover.

To reconnect the fingerprint sensor cable, ensure the flex cable aligns with its socket.

• Use the flat end of a spudger to snap the cable in place by gently pressing straight down.

Remove thirteen Phillips #00 screws: eleven 3.5 mm and two 2 mm.

• Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the screws.

Use the flat end of a spudger to gently pry out the NFC antenna and charging coil assembly.

Use a flat-end spudger to remove the loudspeaker assembly.