If your Galaxy A51 SIM tray won’t come out, power the phone off, align the eject pin straight into the hole in the tray, and press until the tray loosens. Pull it gently. If it does not release with this careful attempt, stop—don’t pry or keep increasing pressure—and arrange an inspection with Samsung or a qualified repair provider.
Try one careful ejection
- Power off the phone. AT&T’s Galaxy A51 instructions say to turn the device off before removing the SIM. Remove a case if it blocks the tray or prevents the pin from going in straight; a case is an access obstacle, not an established cause of a stuck tray.
- Find the tray and its eject hole. The Galaxy A51 tray is on the phone’s left side, according to iFixit’s A51 guide. Identify the tray outline and use the small hole in the tray itself, not a nearby opening. Samsung’s guidance also recommends checking the tray outline to locate the correct opening.
- Insert the pin perpendicular to the phone. Push the supplied eject pin straight into the tray hole until the tray loosens. The Galaxy A51 manual warns: “Ensure that the ejection pin is perpendicular to the hole. Otherwise, the device may be damaged.” If your pin is missing or damaged, iFixit describes using an eject tool, eject bit, or straightened paper clip in the correct hole.
- Pull the loosened tray straight out. Use your fingers and gentle pressure. Do not lever at the slot with a blade, pliers, or another tool.
If the tray still will not release
Stop if the tray does not loosen after the correctly aligned attempt, or if it is bent, broken, or moving abnormally. Do not pry, apply heat or liquid, use glue, or open the phone as a routine fix. The available guidance does not diagnose the cause of a particular jam. Samsung says service may be necessary when there are problems removing or inserting the tray; contact Samsung support or a qualified repair provider for inspection. Local service cost and availability are not established here.
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Reinsert the tray safely
- Keep the tray dry.
- Position the SIM correctly, with its contacts facing down, as specified in the Galaxy A51 manual.
- Slide the tray fully into place without forcing it. The manual cautions that a wet tray or incomplete insertion can damage the device or allow liquid ingress.
Getting a replacement eject pin
If you do not have a usable eject pin, Samsung says a replacement may be available from a carrier or electronics retailer. Availability is not guaranteed. A suitable straightened paper clip is another option described by iFixit, provided it fits the actual tray hole and is held perpendicular.
Quick Recap
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- Compatibility: Suitable for Samsung A51 5G, the SIM card tray holder Replacement (Single SIM Version) fits models A51 5G SM-A516U, SM-A516U1. Confirm your phone model to ensure compatibility. Go to: Settings -> About Phone -> Model name/Model number, to verify.
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- [Compatiable Model] Single SIM Tray Replacement Parts for Samsung Galaxy A51 (5G) SM-A516U SM-A516N SM-A516B -Black Color
- [Attention] not fit for Galaxy a51 4G A515 SIM version,you can find you phone version through: Setting-About phone-Model.
- [Need to Know] No Include Install Guild Paper,install need sure the Card Direction and suggest restart the phone after success install.
- [Package Include] 2pcs *SIM Card Tray Holder Replacement Parts (another for storage Purpose) + 1* Free Universal Usage Type Eject pin
- [Quality] Produced from a third party factory,Apperance/Color/Size being Check Strictly before Delivery
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- Tips : NOT for Samsung Galaxy A51 4G 2019 Dual-Sim Version ; NOT for Samsung Galaxy A51 4G 2019 Single-Sim Version ; NOT for Samsung Galaxy A51 5G 2020 Dual-Sim Version .
- Compatible with : Samsung Galaxy A51 5G 2020 Single-Sim Version : SM-A516F , SM-A516U , SM-A516U1 , SM-A516W , SM-A516N ; Samsung Galaxy A51 5G UW SM-A516V (Verizon) .
- The item only fits for Galaxy A51 5G Single-Sim Version ; Please see carefully before ordering ; It is very very important, make sure what your device is .
- We will not be responsible for any damages to your device that you may cause during the changing of replacement parts .
- Package Content : 1 x Samsung Galaxy A51 5G A516 Single SIM Card Tray Holder (like the Picture showing that) , 1 x Eject Pin .
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- Replacement Sim Card Tray for Samsung Galaxy A51 5G version (model# SM-A516U, A516U1), Verizon A51 5G UW (SM-A516V)
- It will not be compatible with Non-5G version Galaxy A51. To ensure it's the correct part for your phone, before making the purchase, please check your phone model at: Settings --> About Phone
- Brand new. Repair replacement parts. Color: Black
- Compatible with Single Sim Card version Samsung Galaxy A51 5G phones
- Content: 1 x sim card tray; 1 x eject pin
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- Tips : NOT for Samsung Galaxy A51 5G UW A516V , NOT for Samsung Galaxy A51 5G A516 2020 , NOT for Samsung Galaxy A71 5G A716 ; NOT for Samsung Galaxy A51 4G Dual-Sim Version , NOT for Samsung Galaxy A71 4G Dual-Sim Version .
- Compatible with : Samsung Galaxy A51 4G 2019 Single-Sim Version : SM-A515F, SM-A515U , SM-A515U1, SM-A515W ; Samsung Galaxy A71 4G 2020 Single-Sim Version : SM-A715F , SM-A715U , SM-A715U1, SM-A715W .
- The item only fits for Galaxy A51 4G(or A71 4G) Single-Sim Version ; Please see carefully before ordering ; It is very very important, make sure what your device is .
- We will not be responsible for any damages to your device that you may cause during the changing of replacement parts .
- Package Content : 1 x Samsung Galaxy A51 4G Single SIM Card Tray Holder (like the Picture showing that) , 1 x Eject Pin .
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