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Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 Headphone Jack/Speakers Assembly Replacement

Introduction

Over time a speaker may become damaged and the audio sound quality may become poor. If this is to occur, replacing the speaker can fix this issues. This guide will show you how to replace the headphone jack and speakers.

What you need

  1. Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 Headphone Jack/Speakers Assembly Replacement, Back Cover: step 1, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 Headphone Jack/Speakers Assembly Replacement, Back Cover: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • Place the plastic opening tool between the face of the display and rim of the back cover of the device.

    • Move the plastic opening tool in a downward motion until you see separation between the tablet and back cover.

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  2. Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 Headphone Jack/Speakers Assembly Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • By sliding the plastic opening tool around the rim of the device, carefully continue to pry apart the screen and back cover.

    • Try to separate evenly on all sides until the screen detaches from the device backing completely.

    • If this is the first time removing the back cover, it will be rather difficult to separate it from the tablet.

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  3. Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 Headphone Jack/Speakers Assembly Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the back cover after the entire rim is disconnected.

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  5. Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 Headphone Jack/Speakers Assembly Replacement, Headphone Jack/Speakers Assembly: step 4, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 Headphone Jack/Speakers Assembly Replacement, Headphone Jack/Speakers Assembly: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the two 2 mm Phillips #000 securing the headphone jack.

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  6. Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 Headphone Jack/Speakers Assembly Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Disconnect the blue connector by gently popping it off of the motherboard with a plastic opening tool.

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  7. Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 Headphone Jack/Speakers Assembly Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 Headphone Jack/Speakers Assembly Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 2

    • Use the metal spudger to pry from the top left corner of the headphone jack/lower speaker assembly.

    • Gently lift the headphone jack/lower speaker assembly free of the device.

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  8. Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 Headphone Jack/Speakers Assembly Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Locate the top speaker.

    • Use a plastic opening tool to disconnect the green-gold upper speaker connector from the motherboard.

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  9. Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 Headphone Jack/Speakers Assembly Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 Headphone Jack/Speakers Assembly Replacement: step 8, image 2 of 2

    • Use a spudger to pry the uper speaker up and away from the device.

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Conclusion

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

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