Samsung Galaxy J3 V / J3 (2016) - Insert / Remove SIM Card
Here's how to properly insert or remove a SIM card for your Galaxy J3 (2016).
Instructions on inserting/removing your SIM can help with activation issues/errors, browser connection problems and a blank/frozen screen
Do not attempt to insert/remove the SIM card while the device is powered on. Doing so may harm the SIM card and/or the device.
- Ensure the device is powered off.
- Using the notch (located on the upper-left edge, when the device is face down) gently lift and remove the battery cover.
- From the notch in lower edge of the battery compartment, lift and remove the battery.
- Do one of the following:
- Insert SIM cardWith the gold contacts facing down, align the card (notch first) then slide the SIM card in.
- Remove SIM cardSlide the SIM card out of the slot.
- Align the gold battery contacts with the contacts in the battery compartment then gently press the battery into place.
- Align the battery cover then gently press to snap the cover into place.