Introduction
This guide will show you how to disassemble the Samsung Galaxy S in order to get access to its camera unit.
Tools
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To remove the back case of the Samsung Galaxy S, you may need a spudger.
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Identify the slit which is at the bottom edge of the phone.
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Insert the edge of the spudger into the slit and use it to pry the back case off of the phone.
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Insert the spudger into the space between the battery and the phone and pry the battery out as you slide it along the underside the battery.
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Use the screwdriver to unscrew each of the 6 silver screws holding the main case to the LCD touchscreen.
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If the screws are stuck, use the spudger to pry them out.
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Use the plastic opening tool to pry the main case from the LCD touchscreen.
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Insert the thin edge of the plastic opening tool into the groove between the silver edge and black edge.
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Run the tool all the way around the edge of the phone until you hear each of the clips detach.
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Use the spudger to pry along the groove between the speaker and the main case.
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Once the speaker is unclipped it should pop out easily.
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Using the plastic opening tool, you will need to detach the black square component which is boxed in blue.
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Pry camera unit attached to it off the motherboard.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.