Samsung Galaxy S17 Volume Button Repair
Complete guide to Samsung Galaxy S17 volume button repair. Cost estimates, difficulty level, time required, and environmental impact.
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💰 Cost Breakdown
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🔧 Repair Overview
Volume Button Repair is one of the most common repairs for Samsung Galaxy S17. This repair involves replacing the damaged input component with a new or refurbished part. The process typically takes 30 min - 1 hour and requires easy skill level.
What You'll Need
- Replacement input part (OEM or aftermarket)
- Precision screwdriver set (Phillips #000 or pentalobe)
- Opening tools (plastic spudger, suction cup)
- Adhesive strips or glue
- Clean workspace with good lighting
Step-by-Step Process
Step 1:
To remove the rear cover, locate the tab indicated by the red outline.
Using your fingernail, gently pry the rear cover.
Step 2:
Turn off the phone before removing battery.
The battery can be removed from the phone by applying an upwards pressure to the bottom right edge of the battery, as indicated by the red rectangle.
After the battery starts to lift upwards, use your hand to hold and remove it.
Step 3:
The SIM card is the small white rectangle located in the red rectangle.
To remove the SIM card, press down on the card and slide it to the left, until it no longer is in contact with the metal.
Step 4:
The media card is found inside the area indicated with the red rectangle. The card itself is small and black making it hard to easily see.
After locating the card, gently use your fingers to slide the card to the right, until the card is no longer in contact with the metal.
Step 5:
The inner plate is held on by six screws that are 1/16 of an inch (1.6 mm).
Remove the screws with a Philips head precision screwdriver.
Place all screws someplace that they will not easily be lost, such as a [product|IF145-167|magnetic mat] or a plastic bag.
Step 6:
When removing the inner plate, place device on grounded surface or use anti static wrist band.
After the screws have been removed, the only thing holding the inner plate in is several plastic tabs built into the frame of the phone.
Firmly pinch the edge, as shown in the picture, and pull the plate away from the frame.
If you cannot get a grip on the inner plate, consider using the spudger to pry and lift the plate out.
Step 7:
The motherboard holds many delicate components, improper handling can result in the destruction of these components.
To remove the motherboard, first undo the three tabs, indicated by the red outlines, using either a small flat-head screwdriver or your thumbnail.
In addition to the three at the top of the motherboard, there is a fourth tab at the bottom of the phone that will need to be opened as well.
Step 8:
After all the tabs are unplugged, carefully apply pressure to the edges of the motherboard and lift upwards.
If the motherboard does not lift up, you may need to wiggle it left and right to free the corners from the areas where the case screws were placed.
Step 9:
Lift the tab indicated by the red rectangle using a pair of [product|IF145-020|tweezers].
Step 10:
After the tab has been lifted press the volume control button inwards until it is free of the frame.
A pair of tweezers could be used to help aid in removing the volume control button from the frame.
📖 Repair guide provided by iFixit - The free repair manual. Licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 3.0.
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DIY vs Professional Repair
✋ DIY Repair
- ✅ Lower cost (parts only: $27-$72)
- ✅ Learn new skills
- ❌ Risk of further damage
- ❌ No warranty
- ❌ Requires tools and time
🔧 Professional Repair
- ✅ Expert installation
- ✅ Warranty included
- ✅ Faster turnaround
- ❌ Higher cost ($45-$120)
- ❌ Need to find reputable shop
Environmental Impact
By choosing to repair your Samsung Galaxy S17 instead of replacing it, you're preventing approximately 63 kg of CO₂ emissions. Manufacturing a new Samsung Galaxy S17 generates 65 kg of CO₂, while this repair only produces about 2 kg of CO₂. That's a 97% reduction in carbon emissions!
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