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Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor Replacement

Introduction

This guide demonstrates how to remove and replace the vibration motor 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

  1. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor Replacement, Eject the SIM card tray: step 1, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor 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) Vibration Motor 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) Vibration Motor Replacement, Back cover removal information: step 3, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor 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) Vibration Motor Replacement, Insert an opening pick: step 4, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor Replacement, Insert an opening pick: step 4, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor 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) Vibration Motor Replacement, Release the right clips: step 5, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor 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) Vibration Motor Replacement, Release the bottom clips: step 6, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor 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) Vibration Motor Replacement, Release the left clips: step 7, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor Replacement, Release the left clips: step 7, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor 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) Vibration Motor Replacement, Release the top clips: step 8, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor 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) Vibration Motor Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor 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) Vibration Motor Replacement, Remove the back cover: step 10, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor Replacement, Remove the back cover: step 10, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor 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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  12. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor Replacement, Remove the power button: step 11, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor 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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  13. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor 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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  14. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor Replacement, Unfasten the power button cable bracket: step 13, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor 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) Vibration Motor Replacement, Remove the power button cable bracket: step 14, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor 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) Vibration Motor Replacement, Disconnect the power button: step 15, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor 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) Vibration Motor Replacement, Remove the power button: step 16, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor 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) Vibration Motor Replacement, Unfasten the motherboard cover: step 17, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor 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) Vibration Motor Replacement, Pry the motherboard cover: step 18, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor 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) Vibration Motor Replacement, Remove the motherboard cover: step 19, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor Replacement, Remove the motherboard cover: step 19, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor 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) Vibration Motor Replacement, Disconnect the battery: step 20, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor 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) Vibration Motor Replacement, Unfasten the loudspeaker: step 21, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor Replacement, Unfasten the loudspeaker: step 21, image 2 of 2

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

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  23. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor Replacement, Pry the loudspeaker: step 22, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor Replacement, Pry the loudspeaker: step 22, 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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  24. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor Replacement, Remove the loudspeaker: step 23, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor Replacement, Remove the loudspeaker: step 23, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor Replacement, Remove the loudspeaker: step 23, image 3 of 3

    • Grab and lift the loudspeaker plate from the frame.

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  25. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor Replacement, Disconnect the white antenna cable: step 24, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor Replacement, Disconnect the white antenna cable: step 24, 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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  26. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor Replacement, Disconnect the black antenna cable: step 25, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor Replacement, Disconnect the black antenna cable: step 25, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor Replacement, Disconnect the black antenna cable: step 25, 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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  27. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor Replacement, Disconnect the board connector: step 26, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor Replacement, Disconnect the board connector: step 26, 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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  28. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor Replacement, Remove the daughterboard: step 27, image 1 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor Replacement, Remove the daughterboard: step 27, image 2 of 3 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor Replacement, Remove the daughterboard: step 27, 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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  29. Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor Replacement, Remove the vibration motor: step 28, image 1 of 2 Motorola Moto G 5G (2022) Vibration Motor Replacement, Remove the vibration motor: step 28, 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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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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