Opening the Galaxy Watch3

Written By: Tobias Isakeit
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Opening the Galaxy Watch3

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

4

Time Required

3 - 6 minutes

Introduction

Use this guide to remove the back cover of the Samsung Galaxy Watch3.

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    • Before starting repairs, take your watch off the charger and power it down.

    • Use a Tri-point Y00 driver to unfasten the four screws on the back of the watch.

    • Don’t worry about removing the screws, they will stay in place in the back cover.

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    • Insert an opening tool between the back cover and the metal housing.

    • Twist the opening tool to create a wider gap.

    • Don't fully remove the back cover just yet. The sensor flex cable is still connected to the motherboard.

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    • Lay the watch face down.

    • Carefully lift the back cover up from the edge with the buttons to access the sensor connector.

    • Use the flat end of a spudger to pry up and disconnect the sensor flex cable from the motherboard.

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    • Remove the back cover.

    • Make sure the rubber gasket (marked red) is undamaged. If damaged replace it with a new one during reassembly to maintain proper water resistance.

Conclusion

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

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Tobias Isakeit

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2 comments

where can I get the galaxy watch3 rubber gasket?

regards

Miguel Vera -

That’s a good question. As for the previous models it is very hard to find those rubber gaskets. Using a “liquid rubber gasket” might be one solution to that. (Use carefully to not spill too much on and into the watch)

Tobias Isakeit -