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Disconnecting the Samsung Galaxy S8+ Battery

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  1. Disconnecting the Samsung Galaxy S8+ Battery, Disconnecting the Samsung Galaxy S8+ Battery: step 1, image 1 of 2 Disconnecting the Samsung Galaxy S8+ Battery, Disconnecting the Samsung Galaxy S8+ Battery: step 1, image 2 of 2
    • Remove the eleven 3.7 mm Phillips screws securing the wireless charging coil + antenna assembly.

    • If any screws are difficult to remove even when fully loosened, you can pull them out with tweezers.

  2. Disconnecting the Samsung Galaxy S8+ Battery: step 2, image 1 of 2 Disconnecting the Samsung Galaxy S8+ Battery: step 2, image 2 of 2
    • The wireless charging coil + antenna assembly is also secured with small plastic clips.

    • Use a spudger to gently pry up the plastic in the marked areas to pop the clips free.

  3. Disconnecting the Samsung Galaxy S8+ Battery: step 3, image 1 of 3 Disconnecting the Samsung Galaxy S8+ Battery: step 3, image 2 of 3 Disconnecting the Samsung Galaxy S8+ Battery: step 3, image 3 of 3
    • Remove the wireless charging coil + antenna assembly.

    • To reinstall, first insert the top edge of the assembly into the phone's frame, and then gently press down on the rest of the assembly to snap it into place.

  4. Disconnecting the Samsung Galaxy S8+ Battery: step 4, image 1 of 2 Disconnecting the Samsung Galaxy S8+ Battery: step 4, image 2 of 2
    • Use a spudger to disconnect the battery by prying the connector straight up from its socket.

Conclusion

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

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