Samsung Gear VR Front Phone Mount Replacement

Introduction

The first step to accessing the Samsung Gear VR's internal components is to remove the front phone mount.

Caution is required while working on the headset as a wire harness connects the USB adapter to the motherboard. Care should be taken not to put any strain on the wire and to open the headset from right to left.

What you need

Step 1 Front Phone Mount

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Remove the front cover to access a plate that holds the phone in place during use.
Remove the four corner screw covers with a metal spudger to reveal four screws.
Remove the sticker located at the top center to reveal two additional screws.

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Step 2

Using the PH000 tip remove the six 0.5 cm screws that secure the front phone mount.
After the six 0.5 cm screws are completely removed lift the front phone mount up and to the left.
When handling your equipment be careful not to strain the wire harness located on the left side of the headset.