Samsung SPH-A500 Front LCD Display Replacement - iFixit Repair Guide

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Introduction

Breaking down the phone to replace the LCD screen.

What you need

1. Step 1 Front LCD Display
  Flip open the phone, remove the two rubber covers under the LCD screen.
  
  Remove the two screws using a small Philips screwdriver.
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2. Step 2
  Using a plastic opening tool, pry open the back cover of the LCD screen.
  
  Note: Some force may be required.
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3. Step 3
  Completely separate the back cover from the rest of the phone.
  
  Close the phone.
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5. Step 4
  The LCD screen is big, rectangular screen in the center of the logic board.
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6. Step 5
  Remove the glue and black tape that is attached to the LCD screen
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7. Step 6
  Remove Broken LCD Screen.
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8. Step 7
  Attach the New LCD Screen, with wire point up and out to the black connector.
  
  Note: Super Glue may be required to permanently attach LCD to the black connector
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Conclusion

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

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Derek Panger

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