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Pink vertical line fix

  1. Pink vertical line fix, Prepare your Pixel for disassembly: step 1, image 1 of 3 Pink vertical line fix, Prepare your Pixel for disassembly: step 1, image 2 of 3 Pink vertical line fix, Prepare your Pixel for disassembly: step 1, image 3 of 3
    • Let your Pixel's battery drain below 25% before starting this repair. A charged lithium‑ion battery may catch fire if damaged.

    • Unplug all cables from your phone.

    • Completely power off your phone.

    • Press the power and volume up buttons at the same time to bring up the shutdown menu.

  2. Pink vertical line fix, Mark your opening picks: step 2, image 1 of 3 Pink vertical line fix, Mark your opening picks: step 2, image 2 of 3 Pink vertical line fix, Mark your opening picks: step 2, image 3 of 3
    • You'll be using opening picks to separate the screen from the frame. If inserted too far, a pick can damage your device. Follow this step to mark your pick and prevent damage.

    • Measure 3 mm from the tip and mark the opening pick with a permanent marker.

    • Alternatively, tape a coin to a pick 3 mm from the tip.

  3. Pink vertical line fix, Heat the bottom edge adhesive: step 3, image 1 of 1
    • Adhesive and clips secure the screen to the frame. Heating the screen softens the adhesive, making it easier to separate.

    • Heat an iOpener and lay it on the bottom edge of the screen for two minutes to soften the adhesive.

    • Alternatively, you can use a hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate—but be careful as extreme heat can damage the screen and/or battery.

  4. Pink vertical line fix, Secure the Anti-Clamp: step 4, image 1 of 3 Pink vertical line fix, Secure the Anti-Clamp: step 4, image 2 of 3 Pink vertical line fix, Secure the Anti-Clamp: step 4, image 3 of 3
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    • The next three steps demonstrate the Anti-Clamp, a tool we designed to make the opening procedure easier. If you aren't using the Anti-Clamp, skip down three steps for an alternate method.

    • For complete instructions on how to use the Anti-Clamp, check out this guide.

    • Pull the blue handle backwards to unlock the Anti-Clamp's arms.

    • Place your phone screen side up on an object so it will rest level between the Anti-Clamp's arms—the bottom edge should be hanging off.

    • Slide the arms over the left edge of your phone, so you have access to the bottom edge.

    • Position the suction cups as close to the center of the bottom edge as possible.

    • Squeeze the cups together to create suction.

  5. Pink vertical line fix, Twist the handle: step 5, image 1 of 3 Pink vertical line fix, Twist the handle: step 5, image 2 of 3 Pink vertical line fix, Twist the handle: step 5, image 3 of 3
    • Pull the handle forward to lock the arms.

    • Turn the handle clockwise one full turn (360 degrees), or until the suction cups begin to stretch.

    • As the cups stretch, make sure they stay aligned with each other. If they keep slipping, remove the Anti-Clamp and apply tape for the cups to stick to.

  6. Pink vertical line fix, Insert an opening pick: step 6, image 1 of 3 Pink vertical line fix, Insert an opening pick: step 6, image 2 of 3 Pink vertical line fix, Insert an opening pick: step 6, image 3 of 3
    • Wait one minute for a gap to form between the screen and frame.

    • If the adhesive doesn't separate, twist the handle clockwise one quarter turn and wait another minute. Apply more heat if the screen cools down.

    • Insert an opening pick into the gap.

    • Don't insert your opening pick more than 3 mm to avoid damaging the spring contacts.

    • Pull the blue handle backwards to unlock the arms and remove the Anti-Clamp using the pull tabs on the suction cups.

    • Skip the next two steps.

  7. Pink vertical line fix, Apply a suction cup: step 7, image 1 of 2 Pink vertical line fix, Apply a suction cup: step 7, image 2 of 2
    • Apply a suction handle to the center of the screen's bottom edge.

  8. Pink vertical line fix, Insert an opening pick: step 8, image 1 of 3 Pink vertical line fix, Insert an opening pick: step 8, image 2 of 3 Pink vertical line fix, Insert an opening pick: step 8, image 3 of 3
    • Pull up on the suction handle with strong, steady force until a gap forms between the screen and frame.

    • If you're having trouble creating a gap, apply more heat and try again.

    • Insert an opening pick into the gap.

  9. Pink vertical line fix, Prevent damage to your phone: step 9, image 1 of 2 Pink vertical line fix, Prevent damage to your phone: step 9, image 2 of 2
    • To avoid damaging your phone, don't insert your pick more than 3 mm as you separate the screen adhesive. Note the following areas:

    • The screen cable is a little less than halfway up the left edge of the phone. Be very careful here to avoid tearing the cable.

    • There are many spring contacts around the perimeter of the phone. Be very careful in these areas to avoid bending the contacts.

  10. Pink vertical line fix, Separate the bottom edge adhesive: step 10, image 1 of 3 Pink vertical line fix, Separate the bottom edge adhesive: step 10, image 2 of 3 Pink vertical line fix, Separate the bottom edge adhesive: step 10, image 3 of 3
    • Slide the opening pick along the bottom edge to separate the adhesive securing it.

    • Leave the pick in the bottom right corner to prevent the adhesive from resealing.

  11. Pink vertical line fix, Heat the right edge adhesive: step 11, image 1 of 1
    • Apply a heated iOpener to the right edge of the screen for two minutes.

    • Alternatively, you can use a hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate—but be careful as extreme heat can damage the screen and/or battery.

  12. Pink vertical line fix, Separate the right edge adhesive: step 12, image 1 of 3 Pink vertical line fix, Separate the right edge adhesive: step 12, image 2 of 3 Pink vertical line fix, Separate the right edge adhesive: step 12, image 3 of 3
    • Insert a second opening pick under the bottom right corner of the screen.

    • Slide the new pick to the top right corner to separate the adhesive securing the screen's right edge.

    • Leave the pick in the top right corner to prevent the adhesive from resealing.

  13. Pink vertical line fix, Leave a pick in the bottom left corner: step 13, image 1 of 3 Pink vertical line fix, Leave a pick in the bottom left corner: step 13, image 2 of 3 Pink vertical line fix, Leave a pick in the bottom left corner: step 13, image 3 of 3
    • Insert a third opening pick under the bottom edge of the screen.

    • Slide the new pick to the bottom left corner.

    • Leave the pick in the bottom left corner to prevent the adhesive from resealing.

  14. Pink vertical line fix, Heat the left edge adhesive: step 14, image 1 of 1
    • Apply a heated iOpener to the left edge of the screen for two minutes.

    • Alternatively, you can use a hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate—but be careful as extreme heat can damage the screen and/or battery.

  15. Pink vertical line fix, Separate the left edge adhesive: step 15, image 1 of 3 Pink vertical line fix, Separate the left edge adhesive: step 15, image 2 of 3 Pink vertical line fix, Separate the left edge adhesive: step 15, image 3 of 3
    • Insert a fourth opening pick under the bottom left corner of the screen.

    • Slide the new pick to the top left corner to separate the adhesive securing the screen's left edge.

    • Leave the pick in the top left corner to prevent the adhesive from resealing.

  16. Pink vertical line fix, Heat the top edge adhesive: step 16, image 1 of 1
    • Apply a heated iOpener to the top edge of the screen for two minutes.

    • Alternatively, you can use a hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate—but be careful as extreme heat can damage the screen and/or battery.

  17. Pink vertical line fix, Separate the top edge adhesive: step 17, image 1 of 2 Pink vertical line fix, Separate the top edge adhesive: step 17, image 2 of 2
    • Insert a fifth opening pick under the top edge of the screen, near the left corner.

    • Slide the opening pick to the top right corner to separate the adhesive securing the screen's top edge.

  18. Pink vertical line fix, Prop up the screen: step 18, image 1 of 2 Pink vertical line fix, Prop up the screen: step 18, image 2 of 2
    • Place a small box or stack of books to the left of your phone so you can prop up the screen while disconnecting its cable.

    • Swing up the right edge of the screen like the front cover of a book.

    • Be careful not to strain the screen cable.

    • If the screen feels stuck, go back around the perimeter with an opening pick to separate any remaining adhesive.

    • Prop up the screen so you can access the screen cable.

  19. Pink vertical line fix, Remove the screen cable cover: step 19, image 1 of 3 Pink vertical line fix, Remove the screen cable cover: step 19, image 2 of 3 Pink vertical line fix, Remove the screen cable cover: step 19, image 3 of 3
    • Use an opening pick to pry up the upper edge of the screen cable cover.

    • Remove the cover.

  20. Pink vertical line fix, Disconnect the screen: step 20, image 1 of 3 Pink vertical line fix, Disconnect the screen: step 20, image 2 of 3 Pink vertical line fix, Disconnect the screen: step 20, image 3 of 3
    • Insert the point of a spudger under the top left corner of the screen's press connector.

    • Gently pry up and disconnect the cable.

    • Remove the screen.

    • To reconnect a press connector, align it over its socket and gently press down on one side until it clicks into place, then press down on the other side. Don't press down in the middle. If the connector is misaligned, the pins can bend and cause permanent damage.

  21. Pink vertical line fix, Screen information: step 21, image 1 of 1
    • The back of the Pixel's screen is very fragile. Even a small scratch or dent can damage the screen.

    • To prevent damaging your screen or replacement screen:

    • When handling your screen, grip it by its edges.

    • When placing the screen on your work area, make sure nothing is touching the bottom of the screen. Consider placing it on a soft, lint-free cloth.

  22. Pink vertical line fix, Reassembly information: step 22, image 1 of 3 Pink vertical line fix, Reassembly information: step 22, image 2 of 3 Pink vertical line fix, Reassembly information: step 22, image 3 of 3
    • If you're installing a new screen with pre-installed adhesive, follow this step during reassembly. Otherwise, follow this guide to apply adhesive to your old screen.

    • Use the pull tabs to remove the liners covering the front camera cutout, the rear camera pad, the back of the screen, and the perimeter adhesive.

    • Reconnect the screen cable and reinstall its cover.

    • This is a good point to test your phone before sealing it up. Temporarily power on your phone and make sure it works as expected. Power it down before continuing.

    • Firmly press the screen into place on the frame. You should feel the clips "pop" into place.

    • Press firmly around the perimeter of the screen to secure it with the new adhesive.

    • Optionally, you can strengthen the adhesive bond by applying pressure evenly to the phone.

    • Follow this guide to calibrate the fingerprint sensor.

  23. Pink vertical line fix, Pink vertical line fix: step 23, image 1 of 3 Pink vertical line fix, Pink vertical line fix: step 23, image 2 of 3 Pink vertical line fix, Pink vertical line fix: step 23, image 3 of 3
    • The reason of pink vertical line to appear is short circuit caused by grounding pin. Over the time the pin pierce display flex cable.

    • The pink line problem develops not fast. At the beginning you can fix the pink line by tweezing the phone.

    • At this stage there is a possibility to save the screen and some money. The main idea is to remove the pin or cut it's sharp head.

    • In case tweezing does not help anymore, probably the flex cable is damaged permanently and the screen assembly should be replaced.

    • Open the phone follow the instruction from iFixit. Remove the pin or cut it's sharp head. Assemble the phone back follow the iFixit instructions

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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