Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 Front Camera Replacement

Introduction

If you cannot take pictures with your device, you may need to replace the camera.

In this guide, you will learn how to replace the front camera.

Caution: Some images display the steps using a metal spudger. Use the heavy-duty spudger instead to avoid damaging your circuits.

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Tool used on this step:

Heavy-Duty Spudger

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The plastic opening tool may break during this step. You may need to use the heavy duty spudger instead.
Insert the plastic opening tool between the glass screen and the back cover so the curved end of the plastic opening tool is under the glass. Gently pry the back cover away from the glass screen.
Be sure to lift the entire display from the body and that you are not are lifting the glass from the display. You will need to reach down a little further for the correct removal.
Continue inserting the plastic opening tool around the whole device screen to completely separate the back cover from the glass screen.

Tool used on this step:

Heavy-Duty Spudger

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Insert the flat end of the heavy-duty spudger between the wires and underneath the battery connector. Carefully lift the black battery connector up to disconnect it from the motherboard.
The metal spudger shown in the photo is not recommended due to the possibility of an electrical short. Use an ESD-safe tool, such as a heavy-duty (nylon) spudger.