Google Pixel 9a Logic Board Installation

Check the condition of the logic board thermal pads—they'll either be on the bottom of the board or stuck to the corresponding spot on the frame.

If the pads are ripped, torn, or otherwise damaged, follow the next five steps to replace them. If they aren't, skip ahead five steps.

Use the flat end of a spudger to scrape up and remove the damaged thermal pads.

Use high‑concentration (>90%) isopropyl alcohol and a coffee filter to clean up and remove any residue where the thermal pads were.

Remove the textured liner from the smaller thermal pad.

Carefully place the pad onto the board.

Use the flat end of a spudger or your finger to press down lightly on the entire surface of the thermal pad, securing it in place without deforming it.

Slowly lift and remove the remaining liners from the top of the thermal pad.

Repeat the previous two steps to apply the remaining, larger thermal pad.

Slide the logic board up against the frame so the screen cable is near its connector.

Align the screen cable press connector over its socket and press down with your fingertip—first on one side, then the other—until it clicks into place.

Use tweezers to hook the bottom edge of the screen cable cover into place, then lay the cover down flat.

Use a 3IP Torx Plus screwdriver to install the 1.7 mm‑long screw securing the screen cable cover.

Flip the logic board up so it's gently resting in its recess in the frame.

Remove the suction cup and lay your phone screen-side down.

Push the logic board toward the bottom of the frame and press the charging port down until it snaps into its cutout.

Press down on the center of the logic board's bottom edge until the clip near the battery engages.

Push down on the top edge of the logic board so it goes into its recess. Make sure the cameras are sitting flush and not at odd angles.

Use a 3IP Torx Plus screwdriver to install the two 2.8 mm‑long screws securing the logic board.