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Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement

Introduction

This guide demonstrates how to replace the LCD display panel in your 2022 Motorola Moto G.

Note: This procedure is for a screen without the frame (a.k.a. chassis). If you're replacing the screen with a genuine Motorola screen pre-installed in a new frame, follow this guide instead.

Before you begin, download the Rescue and Smart Assistant app to backup your device and diagnose whether your problem is software or hardware related.

For your safety, discharge the battery below 25% before disassembling your device. This reduces the risk of fire if the battery is accidentally damaged during the repair. If your battery is swollen, take appropriate precautions.

What you need

  1. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Eject the SIM card tray: step 1, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Eject the SIM card tray: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • Insert a SIM card eject tool or a straightened paperclip into the hole adjacent to the SIM card tray.

    • Press firmly to eject the tray.

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  2. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Remove the SIM card tray: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the SIM card tray from the phone.

    • When reinserting the SIM card, make sure it's in the proper orientation inside the tray.

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  3. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Back cover removal information: step 3, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Back cover removal information: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Discharge your battery to 25% or less and completely power off your phone before you begin.

    • Take note of the following seams along the edge of the phone:

    • Screen seam: This seam separates the display panel from the frame. Don't pry at this seam.

    • Bezel seam: This is where the plastic back cover meets the rest of the phone. It's held in place by plastic clips. This is where you should pry.

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  4. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Insert an opening pick: step 4, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Insert an opening pick: step 4, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Insert an opening pick: step 4, image 3 of 3

    • Insert an opening tool in the bezel seam halfway between the bottom-right corner of the phone and the power button.

    • Insert an opening pick in the gap you just created.

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  5. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Release the right clips: step 5, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Release the right clips: step 5, image 2 of 2

    • Slide your opening pick toward the bottom-right corner of the back cover and release the clips.

    • As each clip releases, you will hear and feel a pop.

    • Don't slide the opening pick near the power or volume buttons.

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  6. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Release the bottom clips: step 6, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Release the bottom clips: step 6, image 2 of 2

    • Continue sliding your opening pick towards the bottom left corner to unclip the bottom edge of the back cover.

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  7. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Release the left clips: step 7, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Release the left clips: step 7, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Release the left clips: step 7, image 3 of 3

    • Slide your opening pick toward the top left corner to unclip the left side of the back cover.

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  8. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Release the top clips: step 8, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Release the top clips: step 8, image 2 of 2

    • Slide your pick around the top left corner and along the top edge to release the clips.

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  9. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement: step 9, image 2 of 2

    • Slide your pick around the top right corner to release the last clips securing the back cover.

    • Stop before reaching the volume buttons. Your pick may damage their cables.

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  10. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Remove the back cover: step 10, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Remove the back cover: step 10, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Remove the back cover: step 10, image 3 of 3

    • Don't try to remove the back cover all the way yet, as it's still connected to the frame by the power button cable.

    • With SIM card slot facing you, swing the back cover open and away from you like you're opening a book.

    • Rest the cover parallel to the frame.

    • Don't twist the screen or move it too far away from the frame to avoid damaging the power button cable.

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  11. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Remove the power button: step 11, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Remove the power button: step 11, image 2 of 2

    • A small rubber arm connects the power button to its recess. Use caution to avoid tearing this piece.

    • Use tweezers or your fingers to unhook the power button's rubber arm from its recess and remove it.

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  12. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Only the back cover remains: step 12, image 1 of 1

    • You're now left with the back cover.

    • This is a good point to test your phone before sealing it up. Follow this guide to perform a hardware test. Be sure to power your phone back down completely before you continue working.

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  13. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Unfasten the power button cable bracket: step 13, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Unfasten the power button cable bracket: step 13, image 2 of 2

    • Use a PH00 screwdriver to remove the two 3.9 mm-long screws securing the power button cable bracket.

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  15. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Remove the power button cable bracket: step 14, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Remove the power button cable bracket: step 14, image 2 of 2

    • Use your fingers or a pair of blunt nose tweezers to grab and remove the bracket from the power button cable.

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  16. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Disconnect the power button: step 15, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Disconnect the power button: step 15, image 2 of 2

    • Use the pointed end of a spudger to pry up and disconnect the power button's press connector.

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  17. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Remove the power button: step 16, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Remove the power button: step 16, image 2 of 2

    • Grab and remove the power button.

    • If you're using tweezers, take care not to puncture the battery—a punctured battery may leak dangerous chemicals or cause a fire.

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  18. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Unfasten the motherboard cover: step 17, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Unfasten the motherboard cover: step 17, image 2 of 2

    • Use your Phillips screwdriver to remove the eight 3.9 mm-long screws securing the motherboard cover.

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  19. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Pry the motherboard cover: step 18, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Pry the motherboard cover: step 18, image 2 of 2

    • Insert an opening pick between the bottom-left corner of the cover and the motherboard.

    • Pry up to release the cover's small clips securing it to the frame.

    • Don't pry against the battery. Use protrusions in the frame for leverage.

    • Work your way around the perimeter to free the cover if it feels stuck.

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  20. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Remove the motherboard cover: step 19, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Remove the motherboard cover: step 19, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Remove the motherboard cover: step 19, image 3 of 3

    • Grab and remove the motherboard cover from the phone.

    • If you're using tweezers, take care not to puncture the battery—a punctured battery may leak dangerous chemicals or cause a fire.

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  21. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Disconnect the battery: step 20, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Disconnect the battery: step 20, image 2 of 2

    • Use the pointed end of a spudger to pry and disconnect the battery's press connector.

    • 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. Don't press down on the middle. If the connector is misaligned, the pins can bend, causing permanent damage.

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  22. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Soften the adhesive with heat: step 21, image 1 of 1

    • Heat an iOpener and apply it to the left edge of the screen for about two minutes.

    • 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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  23. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Soften the adhesive with isopropyl alcohol: step 22, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Soften the adhesive with isopropyl alcohol: step 22, image 2 of 2

    • Additionally, you may use highly-concentrated isopropyl alcohol (over 90%) to further loosen the adhesive securing the battery.

    • Apply the isopropyl alcohol into the gaps between the sides of the battery and the frame.

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  24. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Pry the battery: step 23, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Pry the battery: step 23, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Pry the battery: step 23, image 3 of 3

    • Apply a suction cup to the battery, as close to the center of the right edge as possible.

    • Insert an opening pick between the right edge of the battery and the frame.

    • Pull on the suction cup and pry the battery upward.

    • Don't use excessive force on the battery. Slow, consistent pressure is all that is required to free it from the frame.

    • Use two opening picks, side-by-side, if the first pick does not provide enough leverage, like this.

    • Apply more isopropyl alcohol if the battery becomes stuck.

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  25. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Remove the battery: step 24, image 1 of 1

    • Lift the battery out of its recess and remove it.

    • Don't reinstall a damaged or deformed battery, as doing so is a potential safety hazard.

    • Use this guide to install a battery with custom-cut adhesives, or use this guide to install a battery with an adhesive sheet.

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  26. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Remove the foam strip: step 25, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Remove the foam strip: step 25, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Remove the foam strip: step 25, image 3 of 3

    • Peel and remove the foam strip from the bottom of the battery.

    • Apply the foam strip onto your new battery.

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  27. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Peel the graphite film: step 26, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Peel the graphite film: step 26, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Peel the graphite film: step 26, image 3 of 3

    • Use your tweezers to grab and peel the graphite film off the display cable's press connector.

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  28. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Disconnect the display: step 27, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Disconnect the display: step 27, image 2 of 2

    • Use the pointed end of your spudger to pry and disconnect the display cable's press connector.

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  29. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Soften the display cable's adhesive: step 28, image 1 of 1

    • Heat an iOpener and apply it to the display cable for two minutes.

    • The iOpener may stick to the residue left over from the battery. Clean the surrounding surface to prevent this.

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

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  30. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Loosen the display cable: step 29, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Loosen the display cable: step 29, image 2 of 2

    • Grab the display's ribbon cable near the connector.

    • Peel the cable toward the bottom of the phone until it's completely separated from the frame.

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  31. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Reinstall the back cover: step 30, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Reinstall the back cover: step 30, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Reinstall the back cover: step 30, image 3 of 3

    • The remaining steps risk damaging exposed parts, such as the motherboard and cameras. Temporarily installing the back cover protects these parts from damage.

    • Place the back cover over the frame of the phone

    • Press around the perimeter to re-engage the clips securing the cover.

    • During reassembly, refer to steps 4 through 9 to remove the back cover and continue with the reassembly process.

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  32. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Heat the top edge: step 31, image 1 of 1

    • Heat an iOpener and apply it to the top of the screen for two minutes.

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

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  33. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Insert an opening pick: step 32, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Insert an opening pick: step 32, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Insert an opening pick: step 32, image 3 of 3

    • Apply a suction cup to the screen, as close to the center of the top edge as possible.

    • Insert an opening pick vertically into the shallow cutout in the top of the glass, as far right as possible.

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  34. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Separate the top adhesive: step 33, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Separate the top adhesive: step 33, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Separate the top adhesive: step 33, image 3 of 3

    • Pull up on the suction cup with a strong, steady force.

    • Angle the opening pick to about 30 degrees, firmly slide it toward the right corner of the display, and separate the adhesive.

    • This step requires significant force. Hold the pick securely to avoid breaking it or slipping it out of the display.

    • Be mindful of the angle of your pick. If it's steeper than 30 degrees, it may slip and separate the bezel from the frame.

    • If you're having trouble separating the adhesive, apply more heat and repeat the process.

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  35. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Slice the adhesive: step 34, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Slice the adhesive: step 34, image 2 of 2

    • Don't insert the pick deeper than 2 mm, as you may de-laminate the display panel.

    • Slide the opening pick toward the bottom right corner to separate the right edge's adhesive.

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  36. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement: step 35, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement: step 35, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement: step 35, image 3 of 3

    • Don't insert the pick deeper than 2 mm, as you may de-laminate the display panel.

    • Slide the opening pick toward the bottom left corner to separate the bottom edge's adhesive.

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  37. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement: step 36, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement: step 36, image 2 of 2

    • Slide the pick along the left edge to completely separate the display panel from the frame.

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  38. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Remove the display panel: step 37, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Remove the display panel: step 37, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Display Panel Replacement, Remove the display panel: step 37, image 3 of 3

    • Grab and pull the bottom of the display panel down and away from the frame, making sure to thread the display cable through its slot.

    • Once the display cable is free, remove the panel from the frame.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order. Apply new adhesive where necessary after cleaning the relevant areas with isopropyl alcohol (>90%).

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How do I replace the edge of my phone just need some help trying to do that

Johnny Boy - Reply

Hi Johnny,

If you're looking to replace the border around the perimeter of your phone, then this would be a back cover replacement. The back cover includes the edge of the case, right up to the screen bezel.

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