Samsung Galaxy S10e Fingerprint Sensor Prereq - iFixit Repair Guide

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Introduction

This is a prerequisite guide! This guide is part of another procedure and is not meant to be used alone.

Prerequisite guide for fingerprint sensor steps that happen before the motherboard removal, for the Samsung Galaxy S10e.

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1. Step 1 Disconnect the fingerprint sensor
  Use the point of a spudger to pry up and disconnect the fingerprint sensor connector from its motherboard socket.
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2. Step 2 Remove the fingerprint sensor bracket
  Use a Phillips driver to remove the two 4 mm screws securing the fingerprint sensor bracket.
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4. Step 3
  Apply a heated iOpener to the fingerprint sensor bracket for one minute to loosen the adhesive.
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5. Step 4
  Tool used on this step:
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  The fingerprint sensor bracket is held in place with very strong adhesive.
  
  Use the points of your tweezers to slowly pry up the fingerprint sensor bracket.
  
  If the bracket won't budge, apply more heat and try again.
  
  Remove the fingerprint sensor bracket.
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6. Step 5 Loosen the fingerprint sensor cable
  Use a pair of tweezers to loosen the fingerprint sensor cable from the adhesive gasket.
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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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