Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Earpiece Speaker Replacement

Introduction

This guide demonstrates how to remove and replace the earpiece speaker in your 2022 Motorola Moto G.

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

What you need

Step 1 Eject the SIM card tray

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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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Step 2 Remove the SIM card tray

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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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Step 3 Back cover removal information

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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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Step 4 Insert an opening pick

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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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Step 5 Release the right clips

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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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Step 6 Release the bottom clips

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

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Step 7 Release the left clips

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

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Step 8 Release the top clips

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

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Step 9

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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Step 10 Remove the back cover

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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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Step 11 Remove the power button

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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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Step 12 Only the back cover remains

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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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Step 13 Unfasten the power button cable bracket

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

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Step 14 Remove the power button cable bracket

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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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Step 15 Disconnect the power button

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

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Step 16 Remove the power button

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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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Step 17 Unfasten the motherboard cover

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

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Step 18 Pry the motherboard cover

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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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Step 19 Remove the motherboard cover

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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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Step 20 Disconnect the battery

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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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Step 21 Remove the earpiece speaker

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Insert the point of a spudger into the small gap on the lower right side of the earpiece speaker's recess.
Pry up on the speaker and remove it.

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Step 22 Reassembly information

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Note the orientation of the earpiece speaker. Ensure that the raised side of the connectors are toward the bottom of the device.
Don't install the earpiece speaker without its mesh in the frame. Transfer the mesh from your old part, if needed.

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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%).

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.