Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 Display Assembly Replacement

Written By: Richard

Comments: 23

Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 Display Assembly Replacement

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

Time Required

30 minutes

Introduction

Replacement guide for the OEM Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (SM-T350) display assembly.

Tools

Parts

Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 Screen

Step 1

Make sure the device is turned off before attempting to disassemble it.
At the top portion of the memory card slot, use the small metal spudger to create separation between the back cover and the rest of the device.
The small metal spudger is only used to create separation between the back cover and the rest of the device, not to remove the back cover.
If possible, try to use a normal nylon spudger to separate the back cover, as it is much softer and less likely to mar/scratch the device.

this photo does NOT look like a Galaxy A tablet, and it's constructed differently-- so your instructions are misleading.

GREG GOLDEN -

Step 2

Use the intermediate metal spudger in place of the small metal spudger to remove the back cover. This is done by sliding the intermediate metal spudger around the perimeter of the device, beginning at the top portion of the memory card slot.
The second picture shows the internal portion of the device once the back cover is removed.

I bought a replacement battery for my Tab A 8” and the plastic tool that came with it broke within a minute of trying to open the case. I wound up buying the iFixit Pro Tech Toolkit and, with the metal spudger and the opening picks, I was finally able to get the case open and remove the battery. The kit and these directions were lifesavers, thanks!

Paul - 03/08/20

Please check my tab

Home kitchen - 11/08/20

Step 3

Disconnect the electrical connector from the motherboard using the bent precision tweezers.
Avoid touching the motherboard with the tweezers. Metal tools such as the tweezers can scratch the motherboard and potentially cause damage.

The outside edges of the white clip on the battery side of the connector have hooks that need to be released. It is much better to use the tweezers there than underneath the wires.

sunruh - 23/12/19

Thanks, I figured that but NO WHERE does it state this. Fu*king '''

Eatmyasshole itspoopy - 03/08/20

if i buy new battery for my samsung do it will still work if but it in there

jrmoreland -

Step 4

Use the flat end of the plastic spudger to pry the battery apart from the rest of the device.
An alternative method is to loosen the battery using the plastic spudger, and then to remove the battery by pulling on the paper tab that says "Pull (Hands Only)."
Once the back cover and battery are removed, the device should look like as illustrated in the second picture.

I really appreciated these instructions, thank you. I had the tools but because it was quite difficult getting the back open the plastic tools here weren’t much help. I had to use a medium sized flat head screwdriver. Upon prying there was minor damage around the memory card slot to the casing but that couldn’t be helped and didn’t hurt the operation of the TabA. The original battery inside has a thin layer of black glue around the edge so it took a little effort and patience to get out. I had to carefully use the screwdriver without scratching the tab interior, to loosen the battery. My tools came with a suction cup on a ring which was invaluable on getting the battery out safely. My TabA seems to work well now. Thanks again.

Joseph Bonneville - 14/11/17

me concernant , j’ai une tablette samsung galaxy tab a qui s’eteint et s’allume(elle clignote) toute seule malgre que la batterie est presque pleine. Je n’arrive plus à l’utiliser suite à ce problème car à tout moment elle va s’eteiedre.

ameziane - 24/12/17

moi jai une tablette samsung galaxy TAB A presque neuve qui seteint et sallume (clingnote) toute seule malgres que la batterie est presque pleine , elle arrete de clingnoter et sallume completement quand je la branche au chargeur.

ameziane - 24/12/17

Das öffnen funktionierte nur mit Hilfe eines kleinen Schraubendrehers als Hebel. Der Akku selbst ist zusätzlich noch mit 11 kleinen Kreuzschlitz Schrauben im Gerät befestigt. Trotzdem vielen Dank für tolle Anleitung

BERND PIETSCH - 18/03/18

I felt i didn’t need to remove the battery or take the mother board out to remove the lcd & digitiser. I did however disconnect the battery and use the tape that covers the connection to tape between the 2 connections.

I will also comment in later steps where i made shortcuts to removing the display

Cheers Wayne

Wayne Lyell - 02/02/19

Hi, Basically steps 6,7,9,10,11,&12 aren’t needed to remove the lcd/digitiser

Cheers Wayne

Wayne Lyell - 02/02/19

How do I test to see if the battery not acceptying a charge is the battery or something else?

Laurie -

Hi there

I just replaced the battery on my TabA. It seemed to be OK until it ran right out of charge and then the new battery wouldn't recharge.

Ideas please?

Narelle Douglas -

Step 5

Use a spudger to lift up and release the press-fit display cable connector from the motherboard.

Step 6

Use a spudger to lift up and release the ZIF connector; gently pull the rear facing camera ribbon cable free.
Use a pair of tweezers to gently secure the camera and lift it out of the frame.
If you're unable to secure the camera with tweezers, slide an opening pick between the frame and the camera and lift the camera out.

In my shortcut there is no need to do this step

Cheers Wayne

Wayne Lyell - 02/02/19

Step 7

Use a spudger to flip the front-facing camera ZIF connector up; gently pull the ribbon cable free.
Use tweezers to gently remove the front facing camera from the frame.

In my shortcut there is no need for this step

Cheers Wayne

Wayne Lyell - 02/02/19

Step 8

Use the flat end of a spudger to lift up and disconnect the LCD screen press-fit connector.

Step 9

Use the flat end of a spudger to lift up and disconnect the 3.5mm headset jack press-fit connector.

In my shortcut there is no need for this step

Cheers Wayne

Wayne Lyell - 02/02/19

Step 10

Use a PH000 screwdriver to remove the two 3 mm screws that connect the USB port shield to the midframe.

In my shortcut there is no need for this step

Cheers Wayne

Wayne Lyell - 02/02/19

Step 11

Use a PH000 screwdriver to remove the two 3 mm screws on the left side of the motherboard.

In my shortcut there is no need for this step

Cheers Wayne

Wayne Lyell - 02/02/19

Step 12

Lift the motherboard free from the power and volume button side.
You may use a spudger to assist in gently lifting the motherboard up from the button side.
A small plastic bracket secures the motherboard to the frame; lift the motherboard from the power and volume button side first, and slide away from the bracket.

In My shortcut there is no need for this step. I now follow the guide to remove the digitiser.

But basically all you need to do is heat the edge of the screen with a heat gun or hairdryer until it’s almost too hot to touch. Then work a thin metal spudger under the screen and work your way around the screen. Be careful around the home button. Use picks on the corners once you’ve loosened the grip and also the middle of the sides. Reheat if you find it difficult to continue with the spudger around the edges. Be patient and you will have success. My replacement lcd/digitiser didn't come with adhesive so i applied 3M 2mm double sided tape for the sides & 5mm double sided tape either end. if you don’t have this you could use B-7000 glue it will do the job.

Cheers Wayne

Wayne Lyell - 02/02/19

Conclusion

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

Author

Richard

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3 comments

Where is the rest of this guide? Just stops after removing motherboard :[

chrischevrier - 28/01/20

It appears that it is intended to remove all parts from the case (battery and motherboard) and install them in a new body with a good screen attached.

Ben D - 02/06/20

After removing the motherboard, I continued with disassembly by following the iFixit guide for the Digitizer removal.

( Samsung Galaxy Tab A Digitizer Replacement )

After removing the glass/digitizer, I was able to remove the LCD relatively easy by pushing it through the gaps on the back end of the frame. It appeared to not have any adhesive holding it in place. I was replacing the LCD and the digitizer in my case so I was I bit more careless with the removal of those components. I did place a bit of adhesive on the new LCD replacement and everything fit back snuggly.

Uriel Garcia - 16/10/20