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Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement

Introduction

This repair guide was authored by the iFixit staff and hasn’t been endorsed by Google. Learn more about our repair guides here.

Use this guide to replace the screen on your Google Pixel 4.

Note: Follow this guide to replace a screen that's pre-installed in a new frame (a.k.a. chassis). You'll need to transplant all of your phone's internals to the new screen. If you're replacing the display panel by itself, follow this guide instead.

For your safety, discharge your battery below 25% before disassembling your phone. This reduces the risk of a dangerous thermal event if the battery is accidentally damaged during the repair.

This guide requires a replacement battery. Do not reuse the battery after it has been removed, as doing so is a potential safety hazard.

Caution: Google warns that disassembly of the front laser assembly could result in hazardous exposure to invisible infrared laser emissions. Read their safety warnings here.

What you need

  1. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Remove the SIM card tray: step 1, image 1 of 3 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Remove the SIM card tray: step 1, image 2 of 3 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Remove the SIM card tray: step 1, image 3 of 3

    • Insert a SIM eject tool, bit, or a straightened paper clip into the small hole on the SIM card tray on the left edge of the phone.

    • Press firmly to eject the tray.

    • Remove the SIM card tray.

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  2. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Heat the back panel glass: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Prepare an iOpener and apply it to the bottom edge of the back panel for one minute.

    • A hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate may also be used, but be careful not to overheat the phone—the display and internal battery are both susceptible to heat damage.

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  3. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Apply a suction cup: step 3, image 1 of 2 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Apply a suction cup: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Apply a suction cup to the heated edge of the back panel by pressing down on it to create suction, as close to the edge as possible.

    • If your back glass is badly cracked, covering it with a layer of clear packing tape may allow the suction cup to adhere. Alternatively, very strong tape may be used instead of the suction cup. If all else fails, you can superglue the suction cup to the broken panel.

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  4. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Insert an opening pick: step 4, image 1 of 2 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Insert an opening pick: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Pull up on the suction cup with strong, steady force to create a gap between the back panel and the frame.

    • Depending on the age of your phone, this may be difficult. If you are having trouble, apply more heat to the edge and try again.

    • Insert the point of an opening pick into the gap.

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  5. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Begin to slice the adhesive: step 5, image 1 of 3 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Begin to slice the adhesive: step 5, image 2 of 3 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Begin to slice the adhesive: step 5, image 3 of 3

    • Slide the opening pick across the bottom towards the left corner to slice the adhesive.

    • With the pick still inserted, slide it from the bottom left corner over to the bottom right corner to completely slice the bottom side adhesive.

    • Leave the pick inserted in the bottom right corner to prevent the adhesive from re-sealing.

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  6. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Slice the lefthand-side adhesive: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Prepare an iOpener and apply it on the left edge of the phone for one minute.

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  7. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 2 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 7, image 2 of 2

    • Insert a second opening pick underneath the back panel directly over the charge port.

    • Slide the opening pick to the bottom left corner of the phone.

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  8. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 2 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 8, image 2 of 2

    • Slide the opening pick around the bottom left corner and across the left side of the phone to slice the adhesive.

    • The adhesive can be very gummy. Push the pick in and out in a sawing motion to help with slicing.

    • Stop when you reach the top left corner, near the camera, and leave the pick inserted.

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  9. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Slice righthand-side adhesive: step 9, image 1 of 1

    • Prepare an iOpener and apply it on the right edge of the phone for one minute.

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  10. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 3 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 10, image 2 of 3 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 10, image 3 of 3

    • With the first two opening picks still in place, insert a third pick on the lower part of the righthand side.

    • Slide the opening pick up towards the top of the phone, slicing the right side's adhesive.

    • Stop when you reach the top right corner, and leave the pick inserted.

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  11. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Slice the top-side adhesive: step 11, image 1 of 2 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Slice the top-side adhesive: step 11, image 2 of 2

    • Slide the third opening pick around the top right corner and across the top side of the phone, slicing the final strip of adhesive.

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  12. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Lift up the back panel: step 12, image 1 of 3 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Lift up the back panel: step 12, image 2 of 3 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Lift up the back panel: step 12, image 3 of 3

    • Once you have sliced around the perimeter of the phone, carefully lift the right edge of the back cover, opening it like a book.

    • Do not try to pull the panel all the way off yet, as it is still connected to the phone.

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  13. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 13, image 1 of 2 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 13, image 2 of 2

    • Continue swinging open the back panel until you can rest it on the left edge the phone, being careful not to put any stress on the attached ribbon cable.

    • During reassembly, this is a good point to power on your phone and test all functions before re-sealing the back panel. Be sure to power your phone back down completely before you continue working.

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  14. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Disconnect the battery: step 14, image 1 of 1
    Tool used on this step:
    Magnetic Project Mat
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    • Remove the five T3 Torx screws securing the battery connector shield:

    • Four 4.0 mm screws

    • One 2.1 mm screw

    • Throughout this repair, keep track of each screw and make sure it goes back exactly where it came from.

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  15. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 15, image 1 of 2 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 15, image 2 of 2

    • Use a pair of tweezers to remove the battery connector shield.

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  16. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 16, image 1 of 2 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 16, image 2 of 2

    • Whenever you use the spudger near the battery, be very careful not to puncture the battery.

    • Using the pointed end of a spudger, pry the battery connector straight up from the motherboard to disconnect the battery.

    • To re-attach press connectors like this one, carefully align and press down on one side until it clicks into place, then repeat on the other side. Do not press down on the middle. If the connector is misaligned, the pins can bend, causing permanent damage.

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  17. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 17, image 1 of 2 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 17, image 2 of 2

    • Using the flat end of a spudger, gently fold the battery cable over so it doesn't accidentally make contact during the rest of your repairs.

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  18. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Disconnect the back panel connector: step 18, image 1 of 1

    • Use a T3 Torx driver to remove the two 4 mm screws securing the back panel connector cover.

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  19. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 19, image 1 of 2 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 19, image 2 of 2

    • Use a pair of tweezers to remove the back panel connector cover.

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  21. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 20, image 1 of 2 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 20, image 2 of 2

    • Using the pointed end of a spudger, pry up and disconnect the back panel connector.

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  22. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Remove the back panel: step 21, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the back panel.

    • During reassembly, follow this guide to install custom-cut adhesives for your device.

    • Follow this guide if you are using a pre-cut adhesive card.

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  23. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Remove the adhesive strips: step 22, image 1 of 3 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Remove the adhesive strips: step 22, image 2 of 3 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Remove the adhesive strips: step 22, image 3 of 3

    • Pull on the yellow pull tab of the adhesive strip with steady force.

    • If the adhesive becomes hard to pull, you can roll it around a spudger and continue pulling.

    • Continue firmly pulling up on the adhesive strip with constant force. If you're using a spudger, spin it every so often to keep the exposed section of the pull tab as short as possible.

    • This may take a lot of force.

    • These adhesive pull tabs are very prone to snapping in half during this process. Pull as slowly as possible.

    • If the adhesive pull tabs are not stretching, fill a plastic dropper or syringe with high concentration (>90%) isopropyl alcohol and apply a few drops under the left edge of the battery. Give the alcohol a minute to weaken the battery adhesive.

    • Continue this process for each of the three pull tabs, until all are either out or have snapped in half.

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  24. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Remove the battery: step 23, image 1 of 2 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Remove the battery: step 23, image 2 of 2

    • If the battery tabs snapped during removal, insert an opening pick on the upper right edge of the battery, slicing the adhesive underneath.

    • Even if you successfully removed all three adhesive pull tabs, using an opening pick to dislodge the battery may be helpful.

    • Don't insert the opening pick on or anywhere below the grip sensor cable, as the pick can damage the charge port flex cable located underneath the battery.

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  25. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 24, image 1 of 2 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 24, image 2 of 2
    Tool used on this step:
    Tesa 61395 Tape
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    • Do not reuse the battery if it has been deformed or damaged, as doing so is a potential safety hazard. Replace it with a new battery.

    • Lift the battery up and away from the phone to remove it. You may need to peel the battery away from any leftover adhesive tabs.

    • If there's any alcohol solution remaining in the phone, carefully wipe it off with a lint-free cloth or allow it to air dry before installing your battery.

    • To install a replacement battery:

    • If you're using stretch release adhesive, apply them onto the battery. Otherwise, apply some double-sided tape, or pre-cut adhesive strips in the phone's battery well, being careful not to cover the charge port flex cable. Peel away any tape liners to expose the adhesive.

    • Temporarily re-connect the battery's connector to the motherboard socket. This ensures that the battery is properly positioned.

    • Lay the battery in place and press firmly.

    • Disconnect the battery connector from its motherboard socket and resume re-assembly.

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  26. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Remove the screws securing the camera connector cover: step 25, image 1 of 1

    • Use a T3 Torx driver to remove the four 4 mm screws securing the camera connector cover.

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  27. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 26, image 1 of 3 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 26, image 2 of 3 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 26, image 3 of 3

    • Using a pair of tweezers, tilt the camera cover up and slide it out of the retaining slot on the upper right corner of the phone to remove.

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  28. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Disconnect the camera and sensor connectors: step 27, image 1 of 3 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Disconnect the camera and sensor connectors: step 27, image 2 of 3 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Disconnect the camera and sensor connectors: step 27, image 3 of 3

    • Using the pointed end of a spudger, pry the camera and sensor connectors straight up from the motherboard.

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  29. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 28, image 1 of 2 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 28, image 2 of 2

    • Disconnect the additional sensor connector.

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  30. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Remove the front-facing camera and sensor assembly: step 29, image 1 of 1

    • Use a T3 Torx driver to remove the two 2.4 mm screws securing the front camera and sensor assembly.

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  31. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 30, image 1 of 2 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 30, image 2 of 2

    • Use a pair of tweezers to remove the front camera and sensor assembly.

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  32. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Remove the vibration motor cover: step 31, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the two T3 Torx screws securing the vibration motor cover:

    • One 4.2 mm screw

    • One 4.4 mm shouldered screw

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  33. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 32, image 1 of 2 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 32, image 2 of 2

    • Use a pair of tweezers to remove the vibration motor shield.

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  34. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Disconnect the motherboard press connectors: step 33, image 1 of 3 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Disconnect the motherboard press connectors: step 33, image 2 of 3 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Disconnect the motherboard press connectors: step 33, image 3 of 3

    • Use the pointed end of a spudger to disconnect the two rear-facing camera connectors from the motherboard.

    • Disconnect the side buttons connector from the motherboard.

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  35. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 34, image 1 of 2 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 34, image 2 of 2

    • Disconnect the earpiece speaker connector from the motherboard.

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  36. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 35, image 1 of 3 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 35, image 2 of 3 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 35, image 3 of 3

    • Disconnect the left grip sensor connector from the motherboard.

    • Disconnect the charge port connector from the motherboard.

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  37. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 36, image 1 of 2 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 36, image 2 of 2

    • Disconnect the right grip sensor connector from the motherboard.

    • Disconnect the display connector from the motherboard.

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  38. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 37, image 1 of 2 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 37, image 2 of 2

    • Use a pair of tweezers to disconnect the antenna connector from the charging assembly by pulling it straight up from the motherboard.

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  39. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 38, image 1 of 2 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 38, image 2 of 2

    • Disconnect the bottom microphone connector from the motherboard.

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  40. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Remove the motherboard: step 39, image 1 of 3 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Remove the motherboard: step 39, image 2 of 3 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Remove the motherboard: step 39, image 3 of 3

    • Slowly lift out the motherboard, being careful not to snag any ribbon cable connectors.

    • The rear-facing camera module connectors loop around the motherboard, and the camera module is not secured to the phone, so it may lift out with the motherboard during this step.

    • Completely remove the motherboard.

    • When reinstalling the motherboard, check that no ribbon cable connectors are caught underneath.

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  41. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Remove the rear-facing camera module: step 40, image 1 of 2 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Remove the rear-facing camera module: step 40, image 2 of 2

    • Use a pair of tweezers to remove the rear-facing camera module.

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  42. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Screen: step 41, image 1 of 1

    • Use a T3 Torx driver to remove the two screws securing the loudspeaker:

    • One 4.2 mm screw

    • One 4.4 mm shouldered screw

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  43. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 42, image 1 of 2 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 42, image 2 of 2

    • Use the pointed end of a spudger to push the loudspeaker towards the battery, creating a small gap between the loudspeaker and the phone's frame.

    • The loudspeaker is held in place by a small retaining clip hidden underneath the left edge of the frame.

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  44. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Remove the loudspeaker: step 43, image 1 of 2 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Remove the loudspeaker: step 43, image 2 of 2

    • Use a pair of tweezers to remove the loudspeaker, pivoting it up and out of the phone.

    • If the loudspeaker doesn't want to pivot up, try pushing it closer to the battery.

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  45. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Disconnect the vibration motor: step 44, image 1 of 2 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Disconnect the vibration motor: step 44, image 2 of 2

    • Use the pointed end of a spudger to disconnect the vibration motor's press connector from the charging assembly.

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  46. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 45, image 1 of 3 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 45, image 2 of 3 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 45, image 3 of 3

    • Use a T3 Torx driver to remove the two screws securing the charging assembly to the frame:

    • One 2.1 mm screw on the left side of the frame.

    • One 2.1 mm screw on the bottom side of the frame.

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  47. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 46, image 1 of 2 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 46, image 2 of 2

    • Use your fingers or a pair of tweezers to peel back the ribbon cable that's adhered to the phone's frame.

    • The ribbon cable is secured with some light adhesive.

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  48. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Remove the charging assembly: step 47, image 1 of 3 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Remove the charging assembly: step 47, image 2 of 3 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Remove the charging assembly: step 47, image 3 of 3

    • Remove the charging assembly.

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  49. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Remove the microphone assembly: step 48, image 1 of 1

    • Use a T3 Torx driver to remove the two 3.3 mm shouldered screws securing the bottom microphone assembly to the frame's lower edge.

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  50. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 49, image 1 of 3 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 49, image 2 of 3 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 49, image 3 of 3

    • Insert the pointed end of a spudger into the divot between the microphone assembly and the frame.

    • Slide the pointed end of the spudger from left to right, separating the microphone assembly and the frame.

    • Remove the microphone assembly using your fingers or a pair of tweezers.

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  51. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Remove the top module: step 50, image 1 of 2 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Remove the top module: step 50, image 2 of 2

    • Use the flat end of a spudger to slice through the adhesive securing the top module to the top of the frame.

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  52. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 51, image 1 of 3 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 51, image 2 of 3 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 51, image 3 of 3

    • Use the flat end of a spudger to slice through the adhesive securing the left side of the top module to the body of the frame.

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  53. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 52, image 1 of 2 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 52, image 2 of 2

    • Use the pointed end of a spudger to separate the right side of the top module from the body of the frame.

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  54. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 53, image 1 of 3 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 53, image 2 of 3 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement: step 53, image 3 of 3

    • Use the flat end of a spudger to separate the top module from the top speaker.

    • Remove the top module.

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  55. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Remove the vibration motor: step 54, image 1 of 2 Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Remove the vibration motor: step 54, image 2 of 2

    • Use a pair of pliers to firmly grip the vibration motor near the bottom right of the device.

    • Pull straight up steadily until the motor separates from the frame.

    • Grip the vibration motor by the side opposite its cable and be sure not to damage the cables covering the rest of the motor.

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  56. Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement, Only the screen remains: step 55, image 1 of 1

    • You're now left with the screen.

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Conclusion

Compare your new replacement part to the original part—you may need to transfer remaining components or remove adhesive backings from the new part before installing.

To reassemble your device, follow the above steps in reverse order.

Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.

Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our Answers community for help.

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3 Comments

I am very glad I was able to disassemble it. And now ? How do I reassemble ?

John - Reply

Just a heads up. There are two rubber pads that might fall out. One is for the front facing camera frame. The other goes above a silver padded piece on the top left when looking from the back below the camera module. Look for tube videos if you can't find it. I found this out the hard way. :)

Melissa S - Reply

Fantastic directions. Great job.

I'm confused though. I see 3 scenarios:

1. Was this tutorial made specifically to replace the screen, and each step is required?

2. Is it recommended to use this order and stop at the component I want to replace?

3. Or can some components be replaced sooner and more directly in the process (using this guide for location and technique)?

Eric Smith - Reply

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