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Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement

Introduction

This guide demonstrates how to replace the screen in your 2022 Motorola Moto G with a genuine Motorola part.

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

Note: This procedure is for 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.

What you need

  1. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Eject the SIM card tray: step 1, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen 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) Screen 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) Screen Replacement, Back cover removal information: step 3, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen 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) Screen Replacement, Insert an opening pick: step 4, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Insert an opening pick: step 4, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen 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) Screen Replacement, Release the right clips: step 5, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen 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) Screen Replacement, Release the bottom clips: step 6, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen 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) Screen Replacement, Release the left clips: step 7, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Release the left clips: step 7, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen 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) Screen Replacement, Release the top clips: step 8, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen 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) Screen Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen 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) Screen Replacement, Remove the back cover: step 10, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Remove the back cover: step 10, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen 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) Screen Replacement, Remove the power button: step 11, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen 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) Screen 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) Screen Replacement, Unfasten the power button cable bracket: step 13, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen 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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  14. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Remove the power button cable bracket: step 14, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen 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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  15. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Disconnect the power button: step 15, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen 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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  16. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Remove the power button: step 16, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen 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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  17. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Unfasten the motherboard cover: step 17, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen 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) Screen Replacement, Pry the motherboard cover: step 18, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen 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) Screen Replacement, Remove the motherboard cover: step 19, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Remove the motherboard cover: step 19, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen 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) Screen Replacement, Disconnect the battery: step 20, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen 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) Screen Replacement, Peel away the tape: step 21, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Peel away the tape: step 21, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Peel away the tape: step 21, image 3 of 3

    • Peel the tape from the display connector.

    • If you are using a pair of tweezers, use caution to avoid the battery.

    • If you're having trouble peeling the tape, heat an iOpener and apply it to the tape for 60 seconds.

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  23. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Disconnect the display: step 22, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Disconnect the display: step 22, image 2 of 2

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

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  24. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Lift the graphite film: step 23, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Lift the graphite film: step 23, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Lift the graphite film: step 23, image 3 of 3

    • Fold the graphite heat film away from the battery to expose the lower section of the motherboard.

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  25. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Disconnect the board connector: step 24, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Disconnect the board connector: step 24, image 2 of 2

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

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  26. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Disconnect the black antenna cable: step 25, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Disconnect the black antenna cable: step 25, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Disconnect the black antenna cable: step 25, image 3 of 3

    • Use the pointed end of your spudger to pry and disconnect the head of the black antenna cable.

    • Pry on only the metal head of the connector. Avoid lifting the cable itself as much as possible.

    • Free the cable from the clip below the head of the connector.

    • During reassembly, these can be tricky to reconnect. Hold the connector in place over its socket and press down with the flat end of a spudger. The connector should snap into place.

    • During reassembly, make sure to secure the cable to the clip below the head of the connector.

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  27. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Disconnect the white antenna cable: step 26, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Disconnect the white antenna cable: step 26, image 2 of 2

    • Repeat the previous step for the white antenna cable.

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  28. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Unfasten the motherboard: step 27, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Unfasten the motherboard: step 27, image 2 of 2

    • Use your Phillips screwdriver to remove the 2.9 mm-long screw from the bottom-right corner of the motherboard.

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  29. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Lift the motherboard: step 28, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Lift the motherboard: step 28, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Lift the motherboard: step 28, image 3 of 3

    • Insert the pointed end of a spudger between the lower left of the motherboard and the frame.

    • Lift upward on this bottom edge to free the motherboard from the frame.

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

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  30. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Remove the motherboard: step 29, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Remove the motherboard: step 29, image 2 of 2

    • Grab the motherboard from the bottom edge and lift it from its recess.

    • Be sure the loose cables don't catch on the motherboard as its removed.

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  31. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Unfasten the loudspeaker: step 30, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Unfasten the loudspeaker: step 30, image 2 of 2

    • Use your Phillips screwdriver to remove the eight 4 mm-long screws from the loudspeaker plate.

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  32. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Pry the loudspeaker: step 31, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Pry the loudspeaker: step 31, image 2 of 2

    • Insert the pointed end of a spudger under bottom right corner of the loudspeaker plate.

    • Pry upward on the plate until it frees from its recess.

    • If the plate feels stuck, use an opening pick to pry around the plate's perimeter.

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  33. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Remove the loudspeaker: step 32, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Remove the loudspeaker: step 32, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Remove the loudspeaker: step 32, image 3 of 3

    • Grab and lift the loudspeaker plate from the frame.

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  34. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Disconnect the white antenna cable: step 33, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Disconnect the white antenna cable: step 33, image 2 of 2

    • Use the pointed end of your spudger to pry and disconnect the head of the white antenna cable.

    • Pry on only the metal head of the connector. Avoid lifting the cable itself as much as possible.

    • During reassembly, these can be tricky to reconnect. Hold the connector in place over its socket and press down with the flat end of a spudger. The connector should snap into place.

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  35. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Disconnect the black antenna cable: step 34, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Disconnect the black antenna cable: step 34, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Disconnect the black antenna cable: step 34, image 3 of 3

    • Pry and disconnect the head of the black antenna cable.

    • Free the cable from its grounding clip in the top-right of the daughterboard.

    • During reassembly, make sure the cable's metal band connects to the grounding clip in the daughterboard.

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  36. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Disconnect the board connector: step 35, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Disconnect the board connector: step 35, image 2 of 2

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

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  37. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Remove the daughterboard: step 36, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Remove the daughterboard: step 36, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Remove the daughterboard: step 36, image 3 of 3

    • Grab the daughterboard by its left edge to remove it from the frame.

    • The loose cables you just disconnected may get caught on the daughterboard. Keep the cables out of the way as you lift the daughterboard.

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  38. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Remove the vibration motor: step 37, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Remove the vibration motor: step 37, image 2 of 2

    • The vibration motor's flex cable is very fragile. Work slowly to prevent tearing the cable.

    • Use the pointed end of a spudger, or a pair of tweezers, to peel the vibration motor's cable from the frame.

    • If the cable feels stuck, use a heated iOpener, hair dryer, or heat gun to soften the adhesive.

    • Use caution to not overheat the battery or surrounding components.

    • Remove the vibration motor from the frame.

    • Apply new adhesive to your vibration motor before installing it in the frame.

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  39. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Remove the earpiece speaker: step 38, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Remove the earpiece speaker: step 38, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Remove the earpiece speaker: step 38, image 3 of 3

    • 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.

    • During reassembly, ensure that the raised side of the connectors are toward the bottom of the device.

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  40. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Remove the white antenna cable: step 39, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Remove the white antenna cable: step 39, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Remove the white antenna cable: step 39, image 3 of 3

    • Grab and remove the white antenna cable from its slot in the frame.

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  41. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Remove the black antenna cable: step 40, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Remove the black antenna cable: step 40, image 2 of 2

    • Grab and remove the black antenna cable from the frame.

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  42. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Soften the adhesive with heat: step 41, image 1 of 1

    • Heat an iOpener and apply it to the left edge 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 and internal battery are both susceptible to heat damage.

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  43. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Soften the adhesive with isopropyl alcohol: step 42, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Soften the adhesive with isopropyl alcohol: step 42, 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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  44. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Pry the battery: step 43, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Pry the battery: step 43, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Pry the battery: step 43, 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.

    • Remove the battery from the frame.

    • 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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  45. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Remove the foam strip: step 44, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Remove the foam strip: step 44, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Remove the foam strip: step 44, image 3 of 3

    • If you're reusing your old battery, skip this step.

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

    • Apply the foam strip onto your new battery.

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  46. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Loosen the board cable adhesive: step 45, image 1 of 1

    • Heat an iOpener and apply it to the board cable 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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  47. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Remove the board cable: step 46, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Remove the board cable: step 46, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Remove the board cable: step 46, image 3 of 3

    • Peel and remove the board cable from the frame.

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  48. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Reassembly information: step 47, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Reassembly information: step 47, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Reassembly information: step 47, image 3 of 3

    • During reassembly, apply new adhesive if necessary.

    • Place the sticky side of the adhesive on the frame and remove the blue liner.

    • The frame has very small notches to assist positioning the board ribbon cable.

    • To install the board cable, align the white lines on the cable with these notches in the frame.

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  49. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Prepare your new screen for reassembly: step 48, image 1 of 1

    • Follow the remaining steps to prepare your new screen for reassembly.

    • Peel the side button flex cable from the adhesive backing.

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  50. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Position the side button cable: step 49, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Position the side button cable: step 49, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement, Position the side button cable: step 49, image 3 of 3

    • Place the long end of the side button cable onto the left edge of the frame.

    • Use the alignment pegs to position the cable.

    • Press along the cable to adhere it to the frame.

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  51. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement: step 50, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement: step 50, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement: step 50, image 3 of 3

    • Fold the short end of the side button cable over the edge of the frame.

    • Use the alignment pegs to place the cable on the frame.

    • Press along the cable to adhere it to the frame.

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  52. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Screen Replacement: step 51, image 1 of 1

    • Your new screen is now prepared for reassembly.

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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 you install it.

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.

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I received moto g 5g screen and digitizer replacement without a frame.

Gene Drake - Reply

I'm sorry you received a part you weren't expecting! If you bought it through us, I would recommend contacting customer service. If not, there is a guide to replace just the screen and digitizer. It's also linked in the introduction, but follow this guide if you wish to follow through with the repair. Good luck!

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