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Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) SIM Card Replacement

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  1. Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) SIM Card Replacement, Rear Cover: step 1, image 1 of 2 Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) SIM Card Replacement, Rear Cover: step 1, image 2 of 2
    • Insert a fingernail or the flat end of a spudger into the divot to the left of the rear-facing camera.

    • Gently pry the rear cover away from the phone until all the plastic clips holding the cover are released.

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  2. Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) SIM Card Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1
    • Remove the rear cover.

    • To reinstall the rear cover, align it to the back of the phone, and squeeze the perimeter of the phone to snap all the clips into place.

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  3. Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) SIM Card Replacement, Battery: step 3, image 1 of 3 Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) SIM Card Replacement, Battery: step 3, image 2 of 3 Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) SIM Card Replacement, Battery: step 3, image 3 of 3
    • Insert a fingernail or the flat end of a spudger into the divot below the battery pack.

    • Pry the battery pack out of its recess.

    • If you use the spudger, do not push too hard or you will puncture the battery pack.

    • Remove the battery pack.

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  4. Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) SIM Card Replacement, SIM Card: step 4, image 1 of 3 Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) SIM Card Replacement, SIM Card: step 4, image 2 of 3 Samsung Galaxy J3 (2016) SIM Card Replacement, SIM Card: step 4, image 3 of 3
    • Use a fingertip to slide the MicroSD card out of its slot.

    • Remove the MicroSD card from the phone.

    • Repeat the procedure to remove the SIM card from its slot.

    • During reinstallation, make sure the MicroSD and SIM card are properly oriented. Each card will install in only one direction.

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Conclusion

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

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