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Samsung SGH-X105 Earpiece Speaker Replacement

Introduction

Replacing the earpiece speaker

What you need

  1. Samsung SGH-X105 Earpiece Speaker Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Rotate the phone onto its front side so that the LCD screen is facing away from you.

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    • Remove the battery by pressing down on the battery release button while sliding the battery downwards.

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  3. Samsung SGH-X105 Earpiece Speaker Replacement, Front & Back Panels: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the four small black screws that secure the back phone panel using the Phillips #00 screwdriver.

    • Complete removal of screws may not be necessary.

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    • Carefully separate the front and back panels by gently prying them apart. Start at the bottom of the phone (near the AC charger input).

    • Volume control button will be unsecured and may fall out as soon as the panels are separated.

    • Gentle force may be required to separate the panels at the top latch.

    • There are two wires connecting the front and back panels. Be careful not to rip these wires out when separating the panels.

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    • Using your nails, tweezers, or any precise grabbing tool, pinch the antenna wire connector (clear plastic plug) and pull gently. It should pop out rather easily.

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  7. Samsung SGH-X105 Earpiece Speaker Replacement, Earpiece Speaker: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Put aside the back panel. You will only be working with the front panel from here on.

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    • Using a SL 1.5 flathead screwdriver (or any small prying tool), pry the speaker from the plastic front cover.

    • The earpiece speaker is magnetic so you can use a magnet to remove the earpiece speaker from the plastic front cover once loosened.

    • You can apply your own adhesive to secure your replaced speaker if desired during reassembly.

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Conclusion

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

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Where can I get a replacement speaker?

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