Easy to Repair the Cracked Samsung Galaxy S4 Screen Assembly
BY alina | August 21st, 2013 | 50 | 2
The process of repairing the broken Samsung Galaxy S4 screen assembly is similar to the process of disassembling the Galaxy S4, which is much easier than replacing the Galaxy S4 screen glass only. Since the Samsung Galaxy S4 have many different colors, you could change your Sapphire front glass into white or pink one to make it different.
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Stuff needed:
New Replacement Galaxy S4 Screen Assembly with Frame
Steps
1. Power off the Galaxy S4, then remove the back cover and battery.
2. Use Small Phillips Screwdriver to release the 9 screws on the rear housing.
3. Take out the loud speaker assembly.
4. Put the case opening tool into the screen S4 display assembly and the middle frame to release the clips around the edge. Then use Tweezers to open the clip inside the battery compartment. Now you can remove the S4 middle frame.
5. Use case opening tool to disconnect the 9 connectors, and pick out the antenna.
6. Insert the case opening tool to loosen the adhesive on the USB board carefully. Pick out the USB port metal shield with the help of Tweezers.
7. Use case opening tool to gently remove the USB cable which is adhered to the front housing by strong double-side adhesive. Then take out the USB port board.
8. Undo 2 screws on the motherboard to release the board and remove it.
9. Use Tweezers to pick out the head phone jack, front facing camera and its metal shield, proximity sensor flex cable, ear speaker and vibrating motor. Now only left the broken S4 screen assembly with frame.
10. Get a new replacement screen display with frame for SGS4. Install the vibrating motor, earpiece, proximity sensor cable back on the S4 display assembly and front housing.
11. Assemble the front facing camera, the metal shield head phone jack.
12. Install the motherboard to the S4 LCD assembly with frame, and connect all the connectors.
13. Reinstall the charging port cable, the metal shield, the antenna. Then use 2 screws to fasten the motherboard.
14. Install the rear housing and the loud speaker assembly. And fasten them with 9 screws.
15. Put on the S4 battery and battery cover, and turn on the device to make sure it works as normal.
You can watch our YouTube videos of Galaxy S4 disassembly and S4 assembly for detailed information. Welcome to subscribe our YouTube channel for more updates of cellphone repair guides.
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Please My Galaxy S4 GT-i9505 active has a cracked screen. I want to confirm if the S4 and S4 active use the same screen and sensor? Also do i have to change the sensor too while changing the screen? I will like to know the amount as well. Thanks
Hello Oji, no, neither the screen nor the sensor is interchangeable. You don’t have to change the sensor if it still works fine. Hope it helps.
I have a screw left over. It’s the extra short tiny silver one… I can’t find where it’s supposed to go! Any ideas?
I have a galaxy s4 from Verizon and the screen looks fine on the outside but it’s like the sensor on my touchscreen won’t work. It started on the very bottom and now it is slowly spreading up the screen. I’m trying to avoid doing a hard reset or getting a completely new phone. Will replacing the screen be the solution or is there anything else that I can try?
I have the samsung galaxy s4 lte and its the outter screen thats shattered
In a fit of rage i threw my tellyphone two feet from the ground. It completely shattered my phone screen from top to bottom. My phone screen won’t light up at all. I can still unlock it and use everything on it, I just cant see what I’m doing. What would I need to replace so I can see my phone screen again, and how much does it cost. I own a Samsung Galaxy S4.
Hi Marissa, I’m afraid you’ll have to replace the whole LCD assembly as it will make your repair work easier and less risky, for the replacement, pls check it out here:
http://www.etradesupply.com/oem-samsung-galaxy-s4-gt-i9500-lcd-screen-and-digitizer-assembly-with-front-housing-black-with-samsung-logo.html
where can i buy this motherboard?
i live in Switzerland
BR
I have the galaxy s 4 and it had a otter box but I dropped and it still works bit the screen is all black and won’t illuminate. I still receive messages but it’s just the screen what do I do.
i have a sprint galaxy s4 i dropped my phone and the screen is complete black but you can still hear incoming calls,notification and all. can you help me figure out what all i need to replace it?
Hi Lexis, the black screen was caused by damaged LCD Display. I’d suggest to replace the whole LCD Assembly to make the repair work easier and less risky. Here is the part for your reference:
http://www.etradesupply.com/oem-samsung-galaxy-s4-gt-i9500-lcd-screen-and-digitizer-assembly-white-with-samsung-logo-only.html
I need to change the LCD and glass of my i9500 but I do not have idea what would be the right sgh-xxxx don’t know where to get that information.
Hi Diego, you can find your model number by checking this article:
http://www.etradesupply.com/blog/find-models-samsung-galaxy-s4-series-2/
The S4 LCD+Touch Screen+Glass assembly without frame is compatible. Hope this might work for you.
http://www.etradesupply.com/oem-samsung-galaxy-s4-gt-i9500-lcd-screen-and-digitizer-assembly-black-with-samsung-logo-only.html
Hi my front screen of my s4 is shattered i can still use it as normal but I was wondering where and how to get it replaced…
Hi Vission, you need to replace the glass lens.
http://www.etradesupply.com/oem-samsung-galaxy-s4-gt-i9500-glass-lens-black.html
Hi, i have a Samsung S4 SCH-1545. The screen has partially gone black and the digitizer doesn’t seem to be working in those areas of the screen. What part should I get?
Thank You
Both of the lcd display and touch screen were damaged, you’ll have to replace the whole lcd assembly, please refer to this product: http://www.etradesupply.com/oem-samsung-galaxy-s4-sch-i545-lcd-screen-and-digitizer-assembly-black-with-samsung-logo.html
I have a Samsung Galaxy S4 I337 from AT&T that received a cracked faceplate but the LCD had no cracks to it so everything was still working (touch screen, etc.) However a few months ago it received some water damage. After a while of drying out it had been working ok. Occasionally it had issues charging and periodical problems with the “home” button but that was it. I was about to replace the faceplate and charging port, when suddenly it went from working to now a black screen with little green dots pixilated on the rightside of the screen. It will not show signs of start up reboot or the home page apps. But yet I can hear my alert tones to text massages and emails. Could you tell me what has happened and if there’s anything that can be done or do I need to get a new LCD screen now as well*
Hi there! I have Uk samsung S4 GT-I9505. My question is that only my front screen is cracked. The lcd is fine so its only the front glass. How can I replace it?Thank you
my s4 screen is black but whenever i turn it on i can still here and use the touch on it i know this for a fact because i can here the noise that it does whenever someone is clicking on one of the apps so plz help me what can i do so i wont have to buy a new phone
I replaced the LCD and glass on my i545 S4 but it will not turn on, doesn’t seem to charge. Do you think it is the usb port and wiring?
My s4′s screen is broken inside. I mean, it appears good on the outside, but turns out that something got broken on the inside which resulted to the total blackout of my device. When i try to switch it on, little light only appears, you know the stripe thingy when your phone screws up? Will it still be fixed?
My s4’s screen is broken inside. I mean, it appears good on the outside, but turns out that something got broken on the inside which resulted to the total blackout of my device. When i try to switch it on, little light only appears, you know the stripe thingy when your phone screws up? Will it still be fixed?
I have a s4 i9505 it fell and the glass cracked but i can still carry out normal phone activities. Please, how do i fix it?
Hi, my Samsung galaxy s4 has a crack inside the screen but I can take calls from hands free.the light and swipe don’t work. Do I need to change the screen alone or some thing else.
Hi, my Samsung galaxy s4 has a crack inside the screen but I can take calls from hands free.the light and swipe don’t work. Do I need to change the screen along or some thing else.
I cracked my S4 screen and I have the black GT-i9505 version, what kind of LCD screen + digitizer touch glass can i buy?
You can find the screen replacement on our website (etradesupply.com) by searching “Samsung Galaxy S4 GT-I9505 LCD Screen and Digitizer Assembly with Front Housing”. Good luck.
My s4 screen isnt cracked at all but the inside has something on it, its like ink inside the screen, started off as a little bit but has spread down the screen, I took it to the shop i bought it from but they’ve never seen anything like it.
Hi, I have a galaxy s4 i9502 and the full screen needs replacing. I have tried both the i9500 and i9505 screens but they do not fit as the layout is different. Please provide the oem replacement screen for the i9502. Thanks
Hi Junaid,
You can find it on our website (etradesupply.com) by searching: OEM Samsung Galaxy S4 GT-I9502 LCD Screen and Digitizer Assembly with Front Housing
Pls my samsung glass lens crack what is the cost to replace it with another one thou the phone is wrkn perfectly. Pls reply.thanks
My S4 front glass or screen is cracked. I went to a repair store and they are asking me $160 to fix it. I think it’s bit less than what I saw online. I’m doubtful about $160 ones. How would I know that if the screen is original or fake ?
Hi I have a Galaxcy S4 I just recieved screen and digitizer. Phone comes on and can get to all apps but will not read sim. Any suggestions?
Hi I have a Galaxy S 4 with at&t my outside screen isn’t cracked but the inside screen is cracked and I can’t see anything what do I need to get it fix and how much
Hi Brittney, if the inside screen is cracked, you have to replace the whole screen, which costs about $260.
If everything still works do I only need the screen? No digitizer?
Hi a f Houston, if your S4 still works, you only need to replace the front glass, but it’s extremely difficult if you’re not a professional.
My galaxy s4 screen is cracked but the screen won’t lite up and won’t react when I touch the screen
Phone still rings but screen is black and non reactive. Thx
Hi Jason, if so, you have to replace the entire screen.
Hi I have a Samsung galaxy s4 it’s screen is fully cracked and shattered but it’s working perfectly fine….Both cameras are working… I want to replace my screen… my phone is a t-mobile model……help ASAP
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Hey I have the galaxy s4 and my screen broken I can still text and see my picture ok But I’m wondering how can I replace my screen for cheap. Thank you
Hi Janeth,
If your S4 still works normally, you can only replace the front glass lens. You can find it at our website etradesupply.com by searching “Samsung Galaxy S4 glass lens”. But it’s very difficult to only replace the glass lens. Special tools and skills are required for replacement. Please do not hesitate to contact us at service@etradesupply.com if you need any further support.
Do you have insurance, the deductible will be 175 if you do, my outer screen is cracked and we have insurance. Those are the numbers T-Mobile gave us.
i have samsug galaxy s4 GT-I9502 (dual SIM). i want to order 1 LCD screen. Please help
Thank you for contacting us. Here is the product name below for your reference. You might search it on our website. Please note that it is compatible with yours.
OEM Samsung Galaxy S4 GT-I9500 LCD Screen and Digitizer Assembly
Please do not hesitate to contact us at service@etradesupply.com if you need any further support.
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Customer Relations Department.
hey i have the galxay s 4 and the sreen isnt cracked inside of the screen is cracked and i cant see anything i wanna know the cheapest price to replace it or trade my galaxy s 3 t-mobile for it im with t-mobile. please help
Thank you for contacting ETrade Supply. We checked your description and here is the product name : OEM Samsung Galaxy S4 SGH-M919 LCD Screen and Digitizer Assembly ,Black, With Samsung Logo You might search on our website. Please do not hesitate to contact us at service@etradesupply.com if you need any further support. Thank you, Customer Relations Department.