Google Pixel 10 Pro Vibration Motor Replacement - Google Pixel 10 Pro

Step 1 | Prepare your Pixel for disassembly

Let the Pixel's battery drain to 25% or less to avoid potential damage or fires.

Disconnect all cables from the device.
Power down the phone by pressing and holding the power button until it shuts down.

Step 2 | Cracked glass preparation

Glass shards can cause injury or complicate disassembly.

Apply non-overlapping strips of packing tape to cracked back glass, ensuring full coverage.
Leave a single strip of tape across the bottom edge for the suction cup to fit on.
Only apply tape to the glass itself, avoiding the frame.

Wear safety glasses to protect your eyes from loose glass debris during the repair.

Step 3 | Heat the bottom edge

Improper use of a heat gun can cause damage to the display and/or battery.

Apply an iOpener to the bottom edge of the back glass for two minutes to soften the adhesive.
Alternatively, use a hair dryer or heat gun to heat the back glass, following the linked instructions carefully.

Step 4 | Apply a suction handle

Attach a suction handle to the very bottom edge of the back glass, centered.

Step 5 | Insert an opening pick

Apply firm pressure to the suction handle until a separation occurs.

Locate the gap between the back glass and frame.
Insert the tip of an opening pick into the gap.

Step 6 | Back glass adhesive information

Use the reference picture to guide separation of the adhesive securing the back glass along the frame's perimeter.

Work around the adhesive, using it as a reference point for removal.

Avoid inserting your pick near the power button where a cable connects the back glass to prevent damage.

Step 7 | Separate the bottom edge adhesive

Apply heat if back glass feels stuck.

Slide opening pick along bottom edge to separate adhesive.
Leave pick inserted under bottom left corner, preventing re-sealing of adhesive.

Step 8 | Separate the bottom left adhesive

Insert a second pick under the bottom left corner.

Slide it up the left edge, stopping just above the power button.

Leave the pick inserted to prevent re-sealing of the adhesive.

Step 9 | Separate the right edge adhesive

Position a pick at the bottom right corner of the back glass.

Slide the pick up along the right edge, working your way towards the top.
Leave this pick in place under the top right corner for later use.

Step 10 | Separate the top edge adhesive

Insert a picking tool under the top right corner.

Slide the pick along the top edge and around the top left corner.
Stop at the bottom of the camera bump.

Do not attempt to remove the back glass yet, as it's still connected by a ribbon cable.

Step 11 | Prop up the back glass

Flip the back glass over the left side of the phone.

Prop it up using a suction handle or a sturdy object.
If the back glass still feels stuck, use an opening pick to go around the perimeter and separate any remaining adhesive.

Step 12 | Remove the bracket screws

Remove the Torx Plus 3IP screwdriver with the following two screws:

Screws: Two, 5.8mm long
Location: Securing the back glass connector bracket

Step 13

Careful not to damage the battery or rear cameras.

Slide the cover towards the center using tweezers.
Unhook the tabs as you go.
Remove the cover completely.

Step 14 | Disconnect the back glass

Use the point of a spudger to gently pry up and release the battery and back glass press connectors.

Pry up the battery connector first.
Next, carefully lift the back glass press connector.

Step 15 | Remove the back glass

Remove the back glass.

Step 16 | Remove the bottom speaker screws

Apply a Torx Plus 3IP screwdriver to remove the two 5.0 mm-long screws.
The screws secure the bottom speaker.

Step 17 | Remove the bottom speaker

Remove the speaker from its housing.

Pull the speaker upwards to release it.
Gently lift the speaker out of its mounting.

Step 18 | Remove the USB‐C board cover

Remove the USB-C board cover using a Torx Plus 3IP screwdriver.

Target and remove the two 5.0 mm-long screws.

Step 19

Remove the USB-C board cover.

Step 20 | Disconnect the USB‐C board

Insert the point of the spudger between the press connector and the USB-C board.

Pry upwards gently to release the press connector.
Repeat for the second press connector on the opposite edge of the board.

Step 21

Gently lift the wider cable near the right edge with your finger.

Step 22 | Pry up the USB‐C board

Risk of damage to the battery, use care when prying.

Use the point of a spudger to pry up the top edge of the USB-C board.
Apply pressure only to the metal lip of the frame to avoid damaging the battery.

Step 23 | Remove the USB‐C board

Hold the interconnect cable aside.

Pull the USB-C board toward the top of the phone.
The board should now be removed.

Step 24 | Apply isopropyl alcohol

Apply one drop of high-concentration isopropyl alcohol (>90%) to the bottom edge of the vibration motor.

Applying more than one drop risks the alcohol flowing through the frame cutout and damaging the screen.

Wait one minute for the adhesive to soften.

Step 25 | Remove the vibration motor

Remove the vibration motor using a spudger.

Step 26 | Disassembly complete

Reassembly of your phone begins now.

Start with the main board and follow all original connections carefully.
Secure all components firmly in place, making sure not to over-tighten any screws or connectors.

Step 27 | Remove the old adhesive

Remove excess vibration motor adhesive using a spudger.

Wrap a spudger in a microfiber or lint-free cloth and apply one drop of high-concentration isopropyl alcohol (>90%).
Clean up adhesive residue from the vibration motor's spot using the prepared spudger.

Do not let alcohol enter the cutout on the frame, as this may damage internal components.

Allow isopropyl alcohol to dry completely before proceeding with further repairs.

Step 28 | Apply adhesive

Apply thin, double-sided tape strips to the bottom of the vibration motor.

Step 29 | Install the vibration motor

Place the vibration motor in its recess, ensuring the gold contacts face upwards on the left side.

Firmly press the vibration motor into place to secure it with the adhesive.

Step 30 | Insert the USB‐C board

Move both cables connected to the USB-C board out of the way.

Hold the interconnect cable up as you insert the board.
Insert the USB-C board at a slight downward angle, guiding the port into its recess.
Press down firmly on the center of the top edge to clip the board in place.

Step 31 | Connect the USB‐C board cables

Press down on the two press connectors with your finger to connect them to the top edge of the USB-C board.

Step 32 | Install the USB‐C board cover

Slide the USB-C board cover into position and secure it by aligning the tabs with their hooks.

Step 33

Install the USB-C board cover using a Torx Plus 3IP screwdriver.

Secure with two 5.0 mm long screws.

Step 34 | Install the bottom speaker

Align the bottom speaker with the cutout and slide it in at a slight downward angle.

Ensure the speaker gasket seals correctly before proceeding.

Press the bottom speaker firmly into its recess.

Step 35

Use a Torx Plus 3IP screwdriver to secure the bottom speaker with its two 5.0 mm long screws.

Step 36 | Remove the old back glass adhesive

Completely remove all old adhesive and its residue from the frame before installing new adhesive.

Take your time to scrape off all remaining adhesive using a soft-edged tool.
Clean the frame thoroughly with a gentle solvent to remove any remaining residue.

Step 37

Be extremely cautious when removing back glass adhesive to avoid damaging the battery or nearby fragile components.

Use the point of a spudger to remove old screen adhesive from the frame, rolling it onto itself to form a ball.
If a large chunk forms, use tweezers to slowly pull it away in the opposite direction.
For smaller chunks, apply one drop of >90% isopropyl alcohol and scrape with your spudger.

Step 38

Wrap a microfiber cloth around a spudger.

Use the spudger and high-concentration isopropyl alcohol (>90%) to clean up remaining adhesive residue from the frame.
Apply more drops of alcohol as necessary, then let it dry completely before continuing.

Step 39

Repeat cleaning procedures for back glass.

Clean the edges with a lens cleaning cloth and solution.
Use a soft-bristled brush to clean away any debris.

Step 40 | Orient the adhesive

Position the back glass adhesive above the frame and align the rear camera cutout with the corresponding cutout in the liner.

Verify that the adhesive's orientation is correct by checking its position on the frame.
If applied incorrectly, you will need to reapply new back glass adhesive.

Step 41

Peel the top half of the large, clear liner downwards to expose the adhesive.

Do not remove the liner completely at this stage.

Step 42 | Install the back glass adhesive

Take your time and carefully position the adhesive along the frame.

Lay the exposed top edge of the adhesive onto the frame, with the larger liner folded towards the bottom.
Use the lip of the frame to guide the adhesive into place.
Once aligned, press down gently on the top corners to secure the adhesive.

Be cautious, as the adhesive is very sticky and cannot be moved once applied.

Step 43

Apply remaining adhesive to the frame, pressing firmly in place while peeling back large liner.

Step 44

Press the adhesive firmly onto the frame with a spudger.

Step 45 | Remove the larger liner

Peel up and remove the large colored liner slowly from the cutout near the top edge.

If the adhesive starts to peel up, check that all adhesive has been pushed into place with your spudger.
Hold down the adhesive point with your spudger if it continues to peel up.

Step 46 | Remove any liners from the back glass

Inspect your new back glass for protective liners and tape on the underside.

Remove all liners from the back glass, paying special attention to the front camera cutouts and bottom edge.
The liners can be identified by their pull tabs.

Step 47 | Prop up the back glass

Position the suction handle on the back glass and secure it on the left-hand side.

The cable should be close to its corresponding connector.
(Alternatively) use a sturdy object, such as books, to prop up the back glass.

Step 48 | Reconnect the back glass and battery

Press down firmly to connect back glass and battery press connectors.

For wider connectors like back glass, first click into place on one short side, then the other.
Avoid pressing in the middle to prevent pin bending and permanent damage.
If misaligned, re-position connector before applying pressure.

Misaligned connectors can cause permanent damage and injury risk if pins bend.

Step 49

Ensure the back glass connector cover is securely seated, with its tabs locking into place in the designated slots.

Step 50

Install the two 5.8 mm screws with a Torx Plus 3IP screwdriver.

Step 51 | Secure the adhesive

Press the adhesive firmly with a spudger to secure it to the frame.

Power on your device and test functions.
If issues arise, perform basic troubleshooting.

Power down completely before continuing work.

Step 52 | Remove the remaining liners

Remove the remaining liners from the back glass adhesive.

If adhesive peels up with liner, check that all adhesive is pushed into place with spudger.

If peeling continues, hold down adhesive with point of spudger as you go.

Step 53 | Install the back glass

Place the back glass onto the frame and press it firmly into place.
Verify installation by holding your phone up and squeezing around the perimeter.

For an even stronger bond, use either books stacked on the back glass or a screen vise clamp.