Introduction
Follow this guide to remove or replace the back cover in your Samsung Galaxy S22.
Before you begin, refer to the Samsung Self-Repair document for safety information.
Note: Retaining water resistance after the repair will depend on how well you reapply the adhesive, but your device will lose its IP (Ingress Protection) rating.
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While you wait for the adhesive to soften, note the following:
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There's adhesive securing the back cover around the perimeter of the frame.
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Apply a suction handle to the back cover, as close to the bottom edge as possible.
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Pull up on the suction handle with strong, steady force to create a gap between the cover and the frame.
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Insert an opening pick into the gap.
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Slide the pick back and forth along the bottom edge to slice through the adhesive.
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Leave the pick inserted in the bottom left corner to prevent the adhesive from resealing.
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Insert a second opening pick at the bottom left corner.
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Slide the pick to the bottom of the camera bezel to slice the left adhesive.
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Leave the pick in to prevent the adhesive from resealing.
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Insert a third opening pick at the bottom right corner.
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Slide the pick to the top right corner to slice the adhesive.
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Leave the pick in the top right corner to prevent the adhesive from resealing.
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Insert an opening pick in the gap at the top right edge.
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Slide the pick across the top edge and around the top left corner to slice the remaining adhesive.
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Grab and remove the back cover.
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This is a good point to power on your phone and test all functions before sealing it up. Be sure to power your phone back down completely before you continue working.
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Remove any adhesive chunks with a pair of tweezers or your fingers. Apply heat if you're having trouble separating the adhesive.
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To apply new adhesive, follow this guide.
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Compare your new replacement part to the original part—be sure to transfer remaining components and remove adhesive backings from the new part before installing.
To reassemble your device, follow the instructions in reverse order and perform the opposite actions, e.g., "reattach" instead of "removing." Skip steps that use heating and prying, and pay close attention to the 📌 bullets as you work through the steps.
After you've completed the repair, download the Samsung Members App from the Galaxy Store or the Play Store, and Samsung Self-Repair document (beginning page 10) to make sure your device is fully functional.
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
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