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Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement

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  1. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Prepare your phone for disassembly: step 1, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Prepare your phone for disassembly: step 1, image 2 of 2
    • Allow your phone's battery to drain below 25%, as a charged lithium-ion battery is a potential safety hazard. If your battery is swollen, take appropriate precautions.

    • Unplug any cables from your phone.

    • Hold the side key and the volume down button, then select "Power off" to turn off your phone.

  2. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Heat the right edge: step 2, image 1 of 1
    • Heat an iOpener and apply it to the right edge of the back cover for two minutes.

    • You may use a hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate instead, but be careful not to overheat the phone—the display and internal battery are susceptible to heat damage.

  3. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Insert an opening pick: step 3, image 1 of 3 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Insert an opening pick: step 3, image 2 of 3 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Insert an opening pick: step 3, image 3 of 3
    • Apply a suction handle to the back cover, as close to the center of the right edge as possible.

    • Pull up on the suction handle with strong, steady force to create a gap between the cover and the frame.

    • If you have trouble creating a gap, apply more heat to further soften the adhesive. Follow the iOpener instructions to avoid overheating.

    • Insert an opening pick into the gap.

  4. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Separate the right adhesive: step 4, image 1 of 3 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Separate the right adhesive: step 4, image 2 of 3 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Separate the right adhesive: step 4, image 3 of 3
    • Slide the pick back and forth along the right edge to separate the adhesive.

    • Leave the pick inserted near the bottom right corner to prevent the adhesive from resealing.

  5. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Heat the bottom edge: step 5, image 1 of 1
    • Apply a heated iOpener to the bottom edge of the back cover for two minutes.

  6. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Separate the bottom adhesive: step 6, image 1 of 3 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Separate the bottom adhesive: step 6, image 2 of 3 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Separate the bottom adhesive: step 6, image 3 of 3
    • Insert a second opening pick next to the first one, near the bottom of the right edge.

    • Rotate the opening pick around the bottom right corner to separate the adhesive.

  7. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement: step 7, image 2 of 2
    • Slide the opening pick along the bottom edge to separate the adhesive.

    • Leave the pick inserted near the bottom left corner to prevent the adhesive from resealing.

  8. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Heat the left edge: step 8, image 1 of 1
    • Apply a heated iOpener to the left edge of the back cover for two minutes.

  9. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Separate the left adhesive: step 9, image 1 of 3 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Separate the left adhesive: step 9, image 2 of 3 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Separate the left adhesive: step 9, image 3 of 3
    • Insert a third opening pick next to the second one, near the left side of the bottom edge.

    • Rotate the opening pick around the bottom left corner to separate the adhesive.

  10. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement: step 10, image 2 of 2
    • Slide your opening pick along the left edge to separate the adhesive, stopping before you reach the power button.

    • Do not insert the pick more than 4 mm to avoid damaging the antenna cable.

    • Leave the pick inserted near the power button to prevent the adhesive from resealing.

  11. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Heat the top edge: step 11, image 1 of 1
    • Apply a heated iOpener to the top edge of the back cover for two minutes.

  12. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Separate the top adhesive: step 12, image 1 of 3 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Separate the top adhesive: step 12, image 2 of 3 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Separate the top adhesive: step 12, image 3 of 3
    • Insert an opening pick in the gap at the top of the right edge.

    • Rotate the opening pick around the top right corner to separate the adhesive.

  13. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement: step 13, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement: step 13, image 2 of 2
    • Slide the pick along the top edge to separate the adhesive.

    • Do not insert the pick more than 4 mm to avoid damaging the sensor or camera near the top edge.

  14. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Separate the remaining adhesive: step 14, image 1 of 3 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Separate the remaining adhesive: step 14, image 2 of 3 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Separate the remaining adhesive: step 14, image 3 of 3
    • Slide the pick around the top left corner and down the left edge to separate the remaining adhesive.

    • Do not insert the pick more than 4 mm to avoid damaging the cameras.

  15. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Remove the back cover: step 15, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Remove the back cover: step 15, image 2 of 2
    • Grab and remove the back cover.

    • If your cover is still sticking to the frame, slide an opening pick around the edges to separate any adhesive that may have resealed.

    • During reassembly:

    • 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.

    • Remove any adhesive chunks with a pair of tweezers or your fingers. Apply heat if you're having trouble separating the adhesive.

    • If you're using custom-cut adhesives, follow this guide.

    • If you're using double-sided tape, follow this guide.

  16. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Disconnect the wireless charging coil: step 16, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Disconnect the wireless charging coil: step 16, image 2 of 2
    • Use a spudger to pry up and disconnect the wireless charging coil press connector from the motherboard.

    • There's an arrow printed on the board near each press connector that indicates the recommended prying location. Only pry in this location for each press connector to avoid dislodging surface-mounted components.

    • To reconnect press connectors, align the connector carefully over its socket and press down with your fingertip—first on one side, then the other—until it clicks into place. Don't try to force the connector into place. If you're having trouble, reposition it and try again.

  17. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Remove the wireless charging coil and loudspeaker screws: step 17, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Remove the wireless charging coil and loudspeaker screws: step 17, image 2 of 2
    • Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the ten 3.5 mm‑long screws securing the wireless charging coil and the loudspeaker:

    • Four screws securing the wireless charging coil

    • Six screws securing the loudspeaker

  18. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Separate the coil adhesive: step 18, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Separate the coil adhesive: step 18, image 2 of 2
    • Use a spudger to gently pry up a corner of the tab of the wireless charging coil that's adhered to the right edge of the frame.

  19. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement: step 19, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement: step 19, image 2 of 2
    • Use an opening pick to separate the tab from the frame.

  20. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Remove the wireless charging coil and loudspeaker: step 20, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Remove the wireless charging coil and loudspeaker: step 20, image 2 of 2
    • Insert the point of a spudger into the gap between the right edge of the loudspeaker and the frame.

    • There's an arrow engraved in the loudspeaker to indicate the recommended prying location.

    • Pry up to unclip the loudspeaker from the frame.

  21. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement: step 21, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement: step 21, image 2 of 2
    • Remove the wireless charging coil and loudspeaker from the frame.

    • During reassembly, press around the edges of the loudspeaker to clip it to the frame before reinserting the screws.

  22. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Disconnect the battery: step 22, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Disconnect the battery: step 22, image 2 of 2
    • Use a spudger to pry up and disconnect the battery press connector.

  23. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Disconnect the interconnect cables: step 23, image 1 of 3 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Disconnect the interconnect cables: step 23, image 2 of 3 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Disconnect the interconnect cables: step 23, image 3 of 3
    • Use a spudger to pry up and disconnect both interconnect cable press connectors from the motherboard.

  24. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement: step 24, image 1 of 3 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement: step 24, image 2 of 3 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement: step 24, image 3 of 3
    • Use a spudger to pry up and disconnect both interconnect cable press connectors from the daughterboard.

  25. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Remove the interconnect cables: step 25, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Remove the interconnect cables: step 25, image 2 of 2
    • Grab and remove the interconnect cables from the phone.

  26. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Remove the SIM card tray: step 26, image 1 of 3 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Remove the SIM card tray: step 26, image 2 of 3 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Remove the SIM card tray: step 26, image 3 of 3
    • Insert a SIM eject tool, bit, or straightened paper clip into the SIM card tray hole on the bottom edge of the phone.

    • Press the SIM eject tool into the SIM card tray hole to eject the SIM card tray.

    • Remove the SIM card tray.

    • If you accidentally inserted the SIM eject tool into a microphone hole, don't worry! You most likely didn't damage the microphone.

  27. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Remove the daughterboard screws: step 27, image 1 of 1
    • Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the three 3.5 mm‑long screws securing the daughterboard.

  28. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Remove the daughterboard: step 28, image 1 of 3 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Remove the daughterboard: step 28, image 2 of 3 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Remove the daughterboard: step 28, image 3 of 3
    • Use the point of a spudger to pry up the top left corner of the daughterboard.

    • Don't pry against the battery. Angle your spudger to pry against the frame.

    • Remove the daughterboard.

    • During reassembly, reinsert the USB-C port into its recess at an angle before pressing the daughterboard flat onto the frame.

  29. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Disconnect the earpiece speaker: step 29, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Disconnect the earpiece speaker: step 29, image 2 of 2
    • Use a spudger to pry up and disconnect the earpiece speaker press connector.

  30. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Remove the earpiece speaker screws: step 30, image 1 of 1
    • Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the five 3.5 mm‑long screws securing the earpiece speaker.

  31. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Remove the earpiece speaker: step 31, image 1 of 3 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Remove the earpiece speaker: step 31, image 2 of 3 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Remove the earpiece speaker: step 31, image 3 of 3
    • Insert the pointed end of a spudger under the bottom edge of the earpiece speaker, under the engraved arrow.

    • Pry up with the spudger to unclip the speaker and remove it.

    • During reassembly, insert the top edge of the earpiece speaker into the frame first before pressing down and clipping it back in.

  32. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Remove the display cable: step 32, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Remove the display cable: step 32, image 2 of 2
    • Use a spudger to pry up and disconnect the display cable press connector from the motherboard.

  33. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement: step 33, image 1 of 3 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement: step 33, image 2 of 3 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement: step 33, image 3 of 3
    • Use a spudger to pry up and disconnect the display cable press connector from the daughterboard.

    • Remove the display cable.

  34. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Disconnect the lower antenna: step 34, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Disconnect the lower antenna: step 34, image 2 of 2
    • Use a spudger to pry up and disconnect the lower antenna press connector from the motherboard.

  35. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Disconnect the stylus port: step 35, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Disconnect the stylus port: step 35, image 2 of 2
    • Use a spudger to pry up and disconnect the stylus port press connector from the motherboard.

  36. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Disconnect the upper antenna: step 36, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Disconnect the upper antenna: step 36, image 2 of 2
    • Use a spudger to pry up and disconnect the upper antenna press connector from the motherboard.

  37. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Disconnect the fingerprint scanner: step 37, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Disconnect the fingerprint scanner: step 37, image 2 of 2
    • Use a spudger to pry up and disconnect the fingerprint scanner press connector from the motherboard.

  38. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Disconnect the front camera: step 38, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Disconnect the front camera: step 38, image 2 of 2
    • Use a spudger to pry up and disconnect the front camera press connector from the motherboard.

  39. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Remove the motherboard screws: step 39, image 1 of 1
    • Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the two screws securing the motherboard:

    • One 4.0 mm-long screw to the left of the top camera.

    • One 3.5 mm-long screw to the left of the bottom camera.

  40. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Remove the motherboard: step 40, image 1 of 3 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Remove the motherboard: step 40, image 2 of 3 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Remove the motherboard: step 40, image 3 of 3
    • Use your finger or a spudger to lift the top of the motherboard.

    • Remove the motherboard.

    • Be careful not to catch on any loose cables.

    • During reassembly, be sure all press connectors are above the motherboard when reinserting it.

  41. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Remove the stylus: step 41, image 1 of 3 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Remove the stylus: step 41, image 2 of 3 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Remove the stylus: step 41, image 3 of 3
    • Push the button at the base of the stylus.

    • The stylus will partially eject.

    • Remove the stylus.

  42. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Remove the lower antenna screws: step 42, image 1 of 1
    • Use a Phillips driver to remove the two 2.5 mm‑long screws securing the lower antenna.

  43. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Remove the lower antenna: step 43, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Remove the lower antenna: step 43, image 2 of 2
    • Insert one arm of a pair of angled tweezers or a SIM eject tool into the bottom screw hole on the lower antenna bracket.

    • Pry up and lift the antenna bracket out of its recess until you can grip it with your fingers.

  44. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement: step 44, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement: step 44, image 2 of 2
    • Lift and remove the lower antenna.

  45. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Remove the upper antenna: step 45, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Remove the upper antenna: step 45, image 2 of 2
    • Insert the flat end of a spudger under the upper antenna cable, between the antenna and the frame.

    • Twist the spudger to lift the antenna free of its adhesive.

  46. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement: step 46, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement: step 46, image 2 of 2
    • Lift and remove the upper antenna.

  47. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Remove the front camera: step 47, image 1 of 1
    • Flip over the phone so the screen is facing up.

    • Heat an iOpener and apply it to the top edge of the screen for two minutes to loosen the front camera adhesive.

    • You may alternatively use a hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate, but be careful not to overheat the phone—the display and internal battery are susceptible to heat damage.

    • Flip the phone back over so the back of the front camera is accessible.

  48. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement: step 48, image 1 of 3 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement: step 48, image 2 of 3 Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement: step 48, image 3 of 3
    • The adhesive securing the camera is very strong. Work slowly and apply more heat if the front camera feels stuck. Avoid separating the sensor from the lens, such as this.

    • Use the flat end of a spudger to pry the front camera from its recess in the frame.

    • If the camera doesn't loosen, use a SIM eject tool to scrape away the epoxy surrounding the camera.

    • Lift and remove the front camera.

  49. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra Screen and Battery Assembly Replacement, Only the screen and battery assembly remains: step 49, image 1 of 1
    • You're now left with the screen and battery assembly.

    • Compare your new replacement part to the original part—you may need to transfer additional components or remove adhesive backings during reassembly.

Conclusion

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

Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our Answers community for help.

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Can I remove and reinstall the same battery on a frame swap?

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