Introduction
Follow this guide to remove and replace the rear-facing camera module for the Galaxy S20. The module is comprised of two pieces and includes all three rear-facing cameras, as well as the frame that holds them.
This procedure requires removing the motherboard.
You'll need replacement adhesive in order to complete this repair.
What you need
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Insert a SIM card eject tool, bit, or a straightened paperclip into the hole on the SIM tray, located at the top edge of the phone next to the plastic antenna band.
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Press in firmly to eject the tray.
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Heat an iOpener and apply it to the back cover's bottom edge for two minutes.
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Apply a suction cup to the back of the phone, as close to the center of the bottom edge as possible.
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Pull on the suction cup with strong, steady force to create a gap between the back cover and the frame.
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Insert the point of an opening pick into the gap.
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Apply a heated iOpener to the left edge of the back cover for two minutes.
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Apply a suction cup to the back of the phone, as close to the center of the left edge as possible.
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Pull on the suction cup with strong, steady force to create a gap between the back cover and the frame.
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Insert the point of an opening pick into the gap.
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You can try also applying a few drops of high concentration (over 90%) isopropyl alcohol into the seam to help loosen the adhesive.
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Apply a heated iOpener to the right edge of the back cover for two minutes.
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Apply a suction cup to the back of the phone, as close to the center of the right edge as possible.
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Pull on the suction cup with strong, steady force to create a gap between the back cover and the frame.
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Insert the point of an opening pick into the gap.
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Apply a heated iOpener to the top edge of the back cover for two minutes.
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Gradually slide the pick from the right edge of the device around the top right corner.
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Continue slicing along the top edge all the way to the top left corner to fully separate the back cover adhesive.
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Tool used on this step:Tweezers$4.99
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Lift the back cover slowly. Use opening picks to slice any remaining adhesive.
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Remove the back cover.
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This is a good point to power on your phone and test all functions before sealing it up. Be sure to power your phone back down completely before you continue working.
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Remove any adhesive chunks with a pair of tweezers or your fingers. Apply heat if you're having trouble separating the adhesive.
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If you're using custom-cut adhesives, follow this guide.
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If you're using double-sided tape, follow this guide.
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Tool used on this step:Magnetic Project Mat$19.95
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Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the five 4 mm-long screws securing the motherboard bracket.
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Tool used on this step:Tweezers$4.99
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Use a pair of tweezers to gently pull up and unclip the motherboard bracket from the plastic midframe.
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Gently peel the wireless charging coil away from the device.
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Remove the wireless charging coil.
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Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the five 4 mm-long screws securing the loudspeaker and lower midframe.
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Tool used on this step:Tweezers$4.99
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Insert the point of a spudger or a pair of tweezers into the notch in the top left corner of the midframe and pry up to release the clips holding it in place.
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Remove the loudspeaker and lower midframe.
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Use a spudger to pry up and disconnect the main and auxiliary flex cables from the daughterboard near the bottom of the device.
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Use a spudger to pry up and disconnect the main and auxiliary flex cables from the motherboard.
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Gently peel up and remove the main and auxiliary flex cables.
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Use a spudger to pry up and disconnect the main display flex cable from the motherboard.
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Gently peel up and bend the display flex cable out of the way of the motherboard and battery.
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Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the four 4 mm-long screws securing the upper midframe.
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Insert the point of a spudger into the notch on the right side of the upper midframe and pry up to release the clips holding it into place.
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Remove the upper midframe.
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Tool used on this step:Tweezers$4.99
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Use a spudger to pry up and disconnect the side button flex cable from the motherboard.
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Use a pair of tweezers to bend the cable out of the way of the motherboard.
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Pry up and disconnect the front facing camera flex cable from the motherboard.
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Bend the cable out of the way of the motherboard.
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Pry up and disconnect the front-facing sensor array cable from the motherboard.
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Bend the cable out of the way of the motherboard.
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Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the two screws securing the motherboard and camera assembly.
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One 4 mm-long screw
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One 3 mm-long screw
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Insert the flat end of a spudger into the bottom left corner of the motherboard assembly and pry up to release it from the phone body.
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Remove the motherboard assembly.
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Use the flat end of a spudger to pry up and disconnect the ultrawide camera connector from the motherboard.
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Remove the ultrawide camera module.
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Use a spudger to pry up and disconnect the telephoto and wide-angle camera connector from the motherboard.
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Remove the remaining rear facing camera module.
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Compare your new replacement part to the original part—you may need to transfer remaining components or remove adhesive backings from the new part before installing.
To reassemble your device, follow the above steps in reverse order.
After you've completed the repair, follow this guide to test your repair.
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Check out our Answers community or S20 camera troubleshooting wiki for help.
Compare your new replacement part to the original part—you may need to transfer remaining components or remove adhesive backings from the new part before installing.
To reassemble your device, follow the above steps in reverse order.
After you've completed the repair, follow this guide to test your repair.
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Check out our Answers community or S20 camera troubleshooting wiki for help.
