Google Pixel 10 Back Glass Replacement - Google Pixel 10

Step 1 | Prepare your Pixel for disassembly

Ensure the battery level is below 25% to prevent potential damage or fires.

Allow the Pixel's battery to drain naturally.
Disconnect all cables from the device.
Press and hold the power button until the phone completely powers down.

Step 2 | Cracked glass preparation

Cracked glass can cause injury or complicate disassembly.

Apply strips of packing tape over the cracked glass, ensuring it's fully covered.
A single strip should be placed across the bottom edge, allowing for a suction cup attachment.

Only cover the glass with tape, not the frame.

Wear safety glasses to protect your eyes from potential debris during repair.

Step 3 | Heat the bottom edge

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

Apply heat to the back glass using an iOpener on the bottom edge for two minutes.
Alternatively, use a hair dryer or heat gun to heat the glass.

Follow linked instructions carefully when using a heat gun.

Step 4 | Apply a suction handle

Position the suction handle on the center of the back glass's bottom edge, as close as possible.

Step 5 | Insert an opening pick

Apply firm, consistent pressure to the suction handle until a crack appears in the seal.

Insert the pointed end of an opening pick into the formed gap.

Step 6 | Back glass adhesive information

Separate the adhesive from the frame, using the provided picture for reference.

Pick away from the adhesive along the perimeter of the frame.
Avoid inserting the pick near the power button, as it may damage the connected cable.

Step 7 | Separate the bottom edge adhesive

Apply heat if the back glass feels stuck during separation.

Slide the opening pick along the bottom edge to separate the adhesive.
Leave the pick under the bottom left corner to prevent re-sealing.

Step 8 | Separate the bottom left adhesive

Insert a second pick under the bottom left corner and slide it up the left edge, stopping at the power button.

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

Step 9 | Separate the right edge adhesive

Insert a third pick under the bottom right corner of the back glass and slide it up the right edge.

Be sure to leave the pick inserted under the top right corner.

Step 10 | Separate the top edge adhesive

Insert a pick under the top right corner.

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

Do not try to fully 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 device.

Use a suction handle (or a sturdy object) to prop it up.
If still stuck, go back around the perimeter with an opening pick and separate any remaining adhesive.

Step 12 | Remove the bracket screws

Remove the Torx Plus 3IP screwdriver

Secure the two 5.0 mm long screws
Using a Torx Plus 3IP screwdriver

Step 13

Remove the bracket using tweezers or your fingers.

Careful not to scratch or smudge the rear cameras.

Step 14 | Disconnect the back glass

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

Step 15 | Remove the back glass

Remove back glass.

Step 16 | Disassembly complete

Reassembly of your phone begins now.

Proceed with caution as you handle fragile components.

Step 17 | Remove the old back glass adhesive

Remove old adhesive and its residue completely before installing new adhesive.

Scrape off any remaining adhesive with a plastic scraper.
Wipe the frame clean with a mild adhesive remover to remove all residue.

A clean frame ensures a better seal for your back glass.

Step 18

Careful not to damage the battery or fragile components near the frame when removing old back glass adhesive.

Use a spudger's point to remove all old screen adhesive from the frame, rolling it onto itself as it balls up for easier removal.
For smaller chunks: apply 1 drop of >90% isopropyl alcohol and scrape with your spudger.

Step 19

Wrap a microfiber cloth around a spudger and apply 1 drop of >90% isopropyl alcohol.

Use the spudger to clean up adhesive residue from the frame, adding more drops as needed.
Allow the alcohol to dry completely before proceeding.

Step 20

Reapply the cleaning and preparation steps for the back glass.

Step 21 | Orient the adhesive

Verify the back glass adhesive alignment by holding it above the frame.

Use the rear camera cutout as a reference point on the liner to ensure proper orientation.
Preliminary checks are crucial to avoid applying the adhesive incorrectly, which may necessitate using new adhesive and restarting the process.

Step 22

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

Leave the liner partially attached for now.

Step 23 | Install the back glass adhesive

Take your time when aligning the adhesive with the frame, as it's very sticky and can't be moved once applied.

Lay the exposed top edge of the adhesive onto the frame with the clear liner folded towards the bottom of the phone.
Use the lip of the frame to help align the adhesive accurately.
Gently press down on the top corners to secure the adhesive once it's properly aligned.

Step 24

Press adhesive slowly onto the frame, peeling away the liner as you go.

Step 25

Press down firmly on the adhesive with a spudger.

Step 26 | Remove the larger liner

Slowly peel up and remove the large colored liner, gripping it from the cutout near the top edge.

If the adhesive starts to peel up with the liner, check that all of it is pushed into place with your spudger.
Hold down the liner with the point of your spudger as you continue peeling it away.

Step 27

Press down firmly on the adhesive with a spudger

Step 28 | Remove any liners from the back glass

Check the underside of your new back glass for protective liners and tape.

Remove all liners from the underside, paying attention to front camera cutouts and bottom edge.
Identify and remove liners using their pull tabs.

Step 29 | Prop up the back glass

Attach a suction handle to the back glass.

Position it on the left side of your phone with the cable near its connector.
Alternatively, use a sturdy object like a stack of books to prop up the back glass.

Step 30 | Connect the back glass cable

Use a spudger to connect the back glass press connector to its socket.

Move the back glass as needed for alignment.

Don't force the connector; reposition and try again if necessary.

Step 31 | Install the bracket

Reattach the cable's bracket to its original position.

Align the tab with the right-hand edge of the bracket.
Guide the tab under the corresponding groove.

Step 32

Power off the device by pressing the power button.

Install two Torx Plus 3IP screws (5.0 mm long) using a Torx Plus 3IP screwdriver.
Power on and test all functions to ensure proper operation.

If issues persist, attempt basic troubleshooting before continuing work.

Complete power down by pressing the power button again before proceeding further.

Step 33 | Remove the remaining liners

Remove the remaining liners from the back glass adhesive.

If the adhesive starts to peel up with a liner, check that all adhesive is pushed into place with a spudger.
If peeling continues, hold the adhesive down at the point of contact using the spudger tip as you remove.

Step 34 | Install the back glass

Flip the back glass onto the frame.

Press it firmly into place.
To strengthen the bond, hold your phone up and squeeze firmly around the perimeter.
For an even stronger bond:

Stack books on the back glass.
Use screen vise clamps.